Silhouette Motorized PowerView® Remote Control Shades

Silhouette shades filter light softly, while the ingenious technology of PowerView® strives to make life easier. 

It is amazing how smart home devices can interact together to help your home stay comfortable and your energy costs stay down, effortlessly and efficiently.

Remote control shades have many benefits to offer.  Check out all the ways they can make your life easier and better.  Contact Gallery of Shades today. 

Decorating Large Windows with Skyline Panel Track Blinds

Wondering how to deal with those large windows when traditional vertical blinds just won't work? This post can help.

When you want to add light you can simply pull the panels back and let in the amount of light you’d like! If you have large windows, panel blinds may definitely be the right way to go for your home.

Contact Gallery of Shades today to learn more about Skyline Panel Track Blinds or any of our window treatment options.

Types of Natural Wood Shades and How to Keep Them Clean

Natural wood shades may be what ties your room together and they're easier to care for than many other options. Keep reading to learn more. 

Are you ready to see how they’ll look in your home? Contact Gallery of Shades today.

Showcasing Your Home Decor with Beautiful Custom Window Panels

Custom curtain panels can add a significant element of your home’s look. You’ll appreciate them every day, so make sure they bring you as much joy as possible. Curtains should help bring aesthetic appeal to your home. Hanging the panels correctly is a definite plus. 

Contact Gallery of Shades today to have one of our design consultants come to your home for a free consultation.

Outdoor Shades Are a Must to Protect You from UV Rays

The hot sun in Arizona can be brutal at times, but patio shades can help. Now is a great time to explore how they can enhance your outdoor living space now. 

Before you deem your patio to be too hot during the hot summer months, check with Gallery of Shades. We have a variety of the best outdoor patio shades or blinds for patio use that will fit your budget and your lifestyle.

Two Reasons to Choose Wooden Plantation Shutters

Wood plantation shutters have a sturdy, solid look that never fails to impress. They lend an air of class and offer a texture that other window treatments just don't achieve. They are particularly beautiful in conjunction with tile, wood, and other luxury floors, where this texture can help bring out the look of these floors. Call Gallery of Shades today at 480-643-0014 and schedule an appointment with a professional consultant and learn more about the many benefits of plantation shutters. https://goo.gl/39RhKr 

Bay Window Coverings Are a Great Enhancement for a Home

Bay windows should be dressed up appropriately to allow full enjoyment of their beautiful features.

For a bay window that you’ll be sitting at or adjusting often, panels, valances, or shades are more functional and less intrusive. Contact Gallery of Shades today for more information on our offerings and to schedule a free in-home design consultation.

The Many Benefits of Wood Plantation Shutters

Plantation shutters could be the perfect touch in your home. Take a closer look at the benefits.

Wood plantation window shutters have a sturdy, solid look that never fails to impress. They always lend an air of class and make the aesthetic of a room feel considered. Their look also achieves a texture that other window treatments just don’t achieve. Their repeated horizontal lines are pleasing to look at. Not only this, but they help encourage a guest’s eye across a room. They’re particularly beautiful in conjunction with tile, wood, and luxury vinyl floors, where this texture can help bring out the stately look these floors can achieve. https://goo.gl/aprQYE

Which Blinds are the Best Blinds for Your Home Decor?

Both vertical and horizontal blinds can be the perfect addition to your home, but both have a time and place. Take a closer look at what to use in your home.

What are the best blinds for your home? It turns out the difference between vertical and horizontal blinds and the best blinds for home depends on where they’re being used. Many homes employ both in different spaces according to need, and this is always the best approach. Contact Gallery of Shades to schedule a free in-home design consultation today. 

Why Should I Choose Custom Window Valances?

Custom window valances can do so much for your home. Learn how powerful and beautiful they can be in your windows. When you order a window valance, it’s smart to select custom window valances for the best effect. To learn more, contact Gallery of Shades in Scottsdale today. 

Skylights Add Energy Saving Benefits to Your Home Decor

Skylights can let heat in, reducing the efficiency of your air conditioning. May not have realized but energy saving window coverings are important for skylights. These are facing the sun for long periods of time and can sap away a lot of cool air. An added benefit is prolonging the lifetime of your floors. Floors that get a ton of sun will see particular spots fade very quickly – especially wood and carpet. To find out more about skylight window treatments, call Gallery of Shades today and schedule an appointment with one of our professional design consultants. 480-643-0014 https://goo.gl/IkgyDE 

*Curtains for Your Backyard Space Add Drama*

Got a patio or deck around your Arizona home? Hanging curtains around a patio or deck has become a popular thing to do because they offer excellent shade and they stand out as an aesthetically pleasing feature. Bringing the indoors out can make a space feel comfortable. Want to learn more about patio and outdoor curtains & shades, contact our design experts at Gallery of Shades and we'll help you find the perfect fabric for a beautiful, outdoor, living space. Call 480-643-0014 today. https://goo.gl/P7bq8C  

Consider This Before You Buy Blackout Curtains for Your Home

Blackout curtains are a fantastic investment, but before you buy them, here are a few things to consider.

The best blackout curtains are available at Gallery of Shades. A wide variety enable you to add to the aesthetic of any space. Give us a call today to schedule your free in-home design consultation.

Designing Custom Curtains for a Child's Room Can Be a Fun, Family Project

It can be a great bonding experience to choose design elements for your kids room with them. Maybe someone wants to be an astronaut, a paleontologist or loves a particular sport. Choosing a room theme and design elements helps kids feel invested in their space, which can encourage them to be more responsible for it and maybe even keep it tidier. The design experts at Gallery of Shades can get you started with fashionable ideas to choose from. Call us today at 480-643-0014 to schedule an appointment and get started on making their dream room come true. https://goo.gl/pU6ubD 

Choosing the Right Color Palette for Your Custom Window Treatments

Trends are a way of guiding you toward solutions that might fit you or your home. Window fashions allow you to customize to your heart's content. Using some current trends is a great place to start. There are also so many color choices it can feel a bit overwhelming at first, but you can let the design specialists at Gallery of Shades guide you to a color palette fitting for your lifestyle and home. Call us today at 480-643-0014 and schedule an appointment. https://goo.gl/aXQAKn 

Trending Custom Window Treatment Colors to Consider for Your Home

Deciding on the custom window treatment colors that best meet your needs is difficult, but this guide can help you decide what will look perfect.

Need some inspiration? Contact Gallery of Shades today and setup a free in-home design consultation.

Routine Cleaning Options for Window Treatments

What's the best way to clean curtains? Well, some can simply be thrown in the wash at home. Others need to be dry cleaned for best results. While the fabric may be machine washable, the backing may not be. You should try to wash your curtains or have them cleaned at least twice each year. Deep cleaning is just occasional, but you should clean them routinely. You can use the soft brush attachment on your vacuum to keep the dust and pet hair to a minimum on a weekly basis. If you need assistance determining which solution is best for you, call Gallery of Shades at 480-643-0014. https://goo.gl/P7bq8C

Selecting the Best Window Treatments For Kids Room

Curtains, shades, blinds - there are so many choices in kids room window coverings today, and this quick guide can not only help you select the right one, but also help involve your child in the process as well.

If you need more kids room window treatment ideas, don’t hesitate to contact us with your questions. Gallery of Shades will come to your home for a free in-home design consultation and together you can choose the best shades for the room. 

Protecting Your Investment with Custom Window Treatments

While your home is your biggest investment, chances are you will spend quite a lot on your furniture and your flooring as well. If you're not protecting those two things from the Arizona sun, you are not doing your furnishings justice. Over time, the sun's harsh rays shining through windows can fade your furniture and hurt your flooring, but the right custom window treatments can protect them. Choosing the right window coverings will depend on the intensity of light shining through your windows. Let Gallery of Shades help you find the right fit for your room. Call us at 480-643-0014 and schedule a free consultation. https://goo.gl/pNfuQE

Endless Possibilities With Sheer Window Coverings

Sheer window treatments come in a wide variety of colors not just white. If you have an open floor plan or you have windows where you just want the light to shine in but also want it diffused a bit so it isn’t harsh, sheers can be a great choice. They are great for minimally filtering the light. What's even better though is they're timeless style. Sheer window treatments work with both modern and traditional room styles. For more information or to schedule a free consultation, call Gallery of Shades today at 480-643-0014. https://goo.gl/PFkaX7

What are The Benefits of New Custom Window Treatments

Many people really only think about new window treatments when they move in a home. The truth, though, is that they can be to change out at other times too. 

Ready for new window treatments? Contact Gallery of Shades today, and we’ll come up with the perfect Scottsdale window treatments to meet your needs.

Custom Window Treatments Add Drama to a Home Movie Theater

When you picture an old movie theater in your head what is one of the first things you see? Probably the custom drapes on the stage, right? Even blackout shades, can give you the perfect movie theater feel right inside your media room. You can select colors that work well with the furniture and flooring too. From home home theater shades to custom drapes, Gallery of Shades has an excellent selection of window treatments for all of your needs. Contact us today at 480-643-0014 to learn more about our selection of home theater window treatments.  https://goo.gl/IkgyDE    

Celebrate Light and Save

Keep your outside views while maintaining daytime privacy with Silhouette® Window Shadings and Luminette® Privacy Sheers from Hunter Douglas. Both provide a natural way to enhance the beauty of your décor. Don’t miss the rebate savings now ‘til 6/25/18*.  https://goo.gl/NFcEPC

Tips You Need On Cleaning Curtains

Looking for the best way to clean curtains? Here are a few tips that may help you get the task accomplished now.

Cleaning curtains doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With a little weekly and monthly maintenance, they’ll continue to look amazing for years!

If you are in the market for new curtains, contact Gallery of Shades for a free in-home design consultation.

Replace Old Window Coverings with Stylish New Window Treatments

If you recently got new windows in your home, it's also time to get new shades. Choose stylish window treatments that will help give your home a new and refreshing look all over. There are many types of custom window treatments, including shades, blinds and valances. A wealth of colors and styles are available to suit nearly any theme or décor scheme. With so many options to choose from it can be overwhelming. Make an appointment with Gallery of Shades for an in-home design consultation. Call us at 480.643.0014 to schedule a free consultation. https://goo.gl/P7bq8C   

Enjoy Brilliant Savings

Beautifully transform sunlight with Silhouette® Window Shadings and Luminette® Privacy Sheers from Hunter Douglas. The revolutionary design of a vane floating between two sheers softens, shifts and refines natural light to create a warm, ambient glow. Rebate savings end 6/25/18.* https://goo.gl/NFcEPC

Are Sheer Window Treatments Worth It?

Sheer window treatments aren't often something people think about, but they can be the perfect addition. Learn why now. 

The possibilities with sheers are absolutely endless. To learn more about whether they’re right for your space, contact Gallery of Shades today at 480-643-0014.

Remote Control Window Shades Save Energy

Energy efficiency and sustainability is a very hot topic these days. Remote control window treatments optimize functionality and maximize energy efficiency at the same time. Automatic window treatments also bring more value to your home, thereby increasing profitability when you decide to sell your home. There are several reasons to explore the many benefits of motorized window treatments. Call Gallery of Shades at 480-643-0014 to discuss the options today. https://goo.gl/B7RyMP 

Get the Best Home Theater Window Treatments

Ready for some of the best home theater window treatments ideas? Look no further. Here are two you don't want to overlook.

From home home theater shades to custom drapes, we have an excellent selection. Contact Gallery of Shades in Scottsdale today to learn more about our selection of home theater window treatments. 

Window Coverings Takes More than Deciding on Fabric

The functionality of window coverings and and eye-catching design work together in your home. When you buy Duette® blinds, you also get the advantage of system design choices, such as the Top-Down/Bottom-Up and Vertiglide™ options and so many more. When you are ready to find out more about the best window blinds for your home, Gallery of Shades is ready and available to help. Call Gallery of Shades at 480-643-0014 to schedule an appointment today. https://goo.gl/X94XzA 

Using Custom Valances to Showcase Any Room in Your Home

Custom valances can bring out the unique personality of your home. Valances can be fun, bright, and bold, or you can choose a more traditional look. What do you want your room to say when guests walk in?  When you walk in? It's all up to you! For more information about custom valances and how you can change the entire look and feel of a room through customization of your window treatments, call Gallery of Shades today at 480-643-0014 for a free consultation. https://goo.gl/fZBsus 

Energy Efficient Solar Shades and Insulating Cellular Shades

Whether keeping your home cooler in the summer or warmer in the winter, solar shades and insulating cellular shades have numerous qualities. Both solar shades or insulating cellular shades can help you save energy which benefits both your energy bill and the environment. There are numerous window treatments options to consider before making a final decision. Gallery of Shades can help you make the right choice for your home. Call us at 480-643-0014 and schedule a consultation. https://goo.gl/IkgyDE 

Technology Behind Automated Window Treatments

No longer are automated window treatments a thing of the future, they’re here! Take advantage of their technology.  

There are several reasons to explore the many benefits of automated window treatments.  Call Gallery of Shades to discuss custom window treatment options today. 

Curtains, Draperies, Blinds and Shades - Which is Best for Your Room?

Not sure what window treatments are right for your room? Draperies are usually a heavier fabric and lined. Curtains are popular in kitchens and bathrooms. Blinds are usually vertical or horizontal slats, held together by a cord, fabric tape, or a string. Shades options are plentiful and include roller shades and pleated shades. These are just brief descriptions of the wide variety of window treatments available. Need more help deciding what you need? Call Gallery of Shades at 480-643-0014 and schedule and in-home consultation. https://goo.gl/dr3OmQ   

Duette Blinds Just Might Be the Best Window Treatments for You

Duette® blinds by Hunter Douglas have a honeycomb design and construction look great and can lower your energy costs. When you are looking to find out more about the best window blinds for your home, Gallery of Shades is ready and available to help.  Call us to schedule an in-home consultation appointment today.

Why Shutters Might Be Your Best Bet for a Bay Window

Shutters on bay window are often referred to as a “curb appeal option” by real estate agents. They look expensive, but they can be a fairly inexpensive option. Wooden shutters and tier-on-tier shutters are very popular options for bay window shutters. It can be tricky to get the right measurements for shutters but a professional knows just how to take the measurements so that the shutters will fit exactly with each window section. Contact Gallery of Shades today at 480-643-0014 to schedule a consultation. https://goo.gl/39RhKr 

Window Treatments Have Gone High-Tech with Motorized Shades

Have you heard about the new Hunter Douglas PowerView® motorized shades and blinds? They can simplify your life allowing you to adjust your window treatments with the mere touch of a finger! Imagine being able to open, close & adjust your shades or blinds throughout the day or night with your phone.  This technology also gives your home another degree of energy efficiency. Have a professional design consultant provide you with a free estimate. Contact Gallery of Shades today at 480-643-0014. https://goo.gl/sib9tp  

Why Bamboo is a Great Window Treatment Choice

Bamboo window treatments are becoming one of the most popular materials in today's design styles. They're durable, offering protection from heat & humidity as well as filtering light in your space while giving privacy at the same time. Bamboo is an ideal window coverings in many different situations. No matter which room of your home or what style you're working to complement, these are the right choice. Contact Gallery of Shades today at 480-643-0014 to learn more now. https://goo.gl/X94XzA 

Choosing Insulating Cellular Shades or Solar Shades

Both solar shades and insulating cellular shades can provide your home with a higher degree of energy efficiency, as well as saving your monetary outlay on energy costs. 

Whether keeping your home cooler in the summer or warmer in the winter, both solar shades and insulating cellular shades have advantageous qualities to consider. If you are not sure which type of shade is best for your Scottsdale home, contact Gallery of Shades for a free in-home consultation today. 

Finding the Right Window Treatment for French Doors

French doors offer a beautiful option to a room. They can bring in a lot of natural light but they can bring with some challenges when deciding on the right door covering. Whether you choose blinds, curtains or shutters there's a multitude of patterns and fabrics to best suit your decor. Contact Gallery of Shades today at 480-643-0014 for a free in-home consultation, and together, we'll come up with that perfect French Door window treatment. https://goo.gl/t0gtt5  

Get to Know Window Treatment Terminology Before Shopping

It is important to know as much as possible about window treatments before making a final decision. 

Gallery of Shades will bring our showroom to your home to enable you to actually see what different choices of window treatments would look like in your home.

How to Incorporate Creative Window Treatment Ideas

Unique window coverings can serve as a great centerpiece for your home. And most certainly off-the-shelf window coverings just will not work. So how can you get the perfect window treatment without a case of the blahs? Try using patterned shades, bold colors, prints, stripes or both. If you are looking for something different for your home, contact Gallery of Shades. We can help you generate ideas for any room in your home. Call us at 480-643-0014 to set up your free consultation. https://goo.gl/dr3OmQ

Discover Bay Window Treatment Ideas for Your Home

Whether choosing curtains, blinds, or shutters as a bay window treatment option, measuring properly is essential. Bay windows are an aesthetically appealing component to a home. Consult with a Gallery of Shades professional to ensure you know all the bay window treatment options available to you before making a final choice. 

What Are Soft Roman Shades?

Roman shades are window coverings made from a single piece of fabric that folds into panels or pleats. It is raised & lowered with a cord system of rings sewn into the back of the fabric. It gives them a seamless look when raising or lowering the shade. Roman Shades give each room a classy look with great functionality. Roman shades can do wonders for your Scottsdale home. Gallery of Shades has experienced designers to help you make the right choice for your home. Call us today at 480-643-0014. https://goo.gl/Pq7eGw 

Learn About High-Tech Motorized Shades for Your Windows

Window treatments are one of the latest home products to go high-tech. Hunter Douglas motorized shades offer you more convenience and more savings with energy efficiency. 

Take control of the window treatments in your home through use of new high-tech developments, such as motorized shades and blinds. Contact Gallery of Shades today to learn more.   

Custom Faux Wood Blinds Offer Durability and Flexibility

Faux wood blinds are great. They are also more flexible than real wood which can often get snapped or broken, due to their synthetic construction. In addition to their flexibility, they are better where there’s more exposure to heat and humidity such as a bathroom or kitchen. Both these rooms have the potential for high humidity and/or high moisture content in the air, so faux wood blinds are a great choice. To schedule a free in-home design consultation, call Gallery of Shades today at 480-643-0014. https://goo.gl/1ytxFi 

Choosing Bamboo Window Treatments For Your Home

Why are bamboo window coverings the perfect selection for your home? Keep reading to learn more. Bamboo window treatments are ideal in many different situations. No matter what room of your home or what style you’re working to complement, these are the right choice. Contact Gallery of Shades to learn more about bamboo shades and how they can fit in your home. 

Treat Yourself with Custom Window Coverings this Year

Kitchen window coverings can add warmth and style to one of the busiest rooms in your home. Choosing the right fabric can be very important, especially if the window gets a lot of sun - which most in the Phoenix Valley do. Your kitchen window covering fabric should be one that can weather the kitchen elements, be easily cleaned, and won’t fade. With so many choices it's easy to get overwhelmed. Let our designers help. Call Gallery of Shades today at 480-643-0014 and schedule your free consultation. https://goo.gl/P7bq8C

Happy New Year to You and Yours!

Wishing our clients a bright and joyous 2018. Thank you for giving Gallery of Shades an opportunity to share your home decor needs with us! 

We look forward to working with you in the future. https://goo.gl/dr3OmQ