Why Choose Energy Efficient Shades
Heating and cooling costs make up a large portion of any homeowner's monthly expenses, and windows are a major factor in where that energy is directed. Hunter Douglas estimates that windows account for up to 30% of a home's energy loss. Visual Creations carries a wide selection of Hunter Douglas energy-efficient shades that help address this issue.
How Energy Efficient Shades Work
Cellular shades are built with a structure that traps air inside individual pockets within the fabric. That trapped air acts as insulation between your window and your living space, slowing the transfer of heat in either direction. During the hot summer in Southwest Florida, this means less heat entering through sun-facing windows. In cooler months, the same shades help retain warmth inside. The result is a home that stays at a steadier temperature with less strain on your HVAC system.
Understanding Hunter Douglas Cellular Shades
Hunter Douglas Duette® Cellular Shades are the original cellular shade and remain one of the most effective options on the market. For homeowners in Lee County dealing with intense afternoon sun, these shades make a noticeable difference in indoor comfort and monthly energy costs.
One of the advantages of Hunter Douglas cellular shades is the number of options available for different rooms and window types. Duette® Cellular Shades come in a range of pleat sizes, over 150 fabrics and color choices, and multiple opacity levels from sheer to opaque. That kind of variety means you can use the same product line throughout your entire home while adjusting the look and light control for each individual space.
Energy Efficient Shades for Windows in Your Home
Hunter Douglas also offers several features that add convenience and performance to energy-efficient shades for windows throughout your home:
- Top-Down/Bottom-Up operation lets you control light from two directions. You can lower the top for natural light while keeping the bottom closed for privacy.
- The LightLock™ system absorbs and deflects incoming light at the edges of the shade. This is ideal for bedrooms and media rooms where total darkness matters.
- PowerView® Automation allows you to set schedules for your shades. They open and close on their own throughout the day, keeping heat out during peak afternoon hours without any manual effort.
- Duette Vertiglide™ brings cellular insulation to sliding glass doors. This vertical application uses the same fabrics as horizontal Duette shades for a consistent look across your home.
- Sound absorption reduces noise by up to 70 percent. The cellular structure dampens outside sounds, which is an added benefit in busy neighborhoods and homes near main roads.
All of these features come backed by the Hunter Douglas Lifetime Guarantee on materials and workmanship, giving you confidence that your investment will hold up for years.
Talk to Visual Creations About Energy Efficient Shades
Visual Creations provides in-home consultations throughout Lee County, FL, including Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Sanibel, Captiva, Fort Myers Beach, Lexington Country Club, The Legends, Magnolia Landing, Moody River Estates, Whiskey Creek, Reflection Lakes, and surrounding areas. Give us a call at
(239) 567-2755 or
contact us online to schedule yours and start saving on your energy bills.
