Custom Energy-efficient Shades for Homes Near Newton, MA

Barrows Custom Window Treatments • November 20, 2019

With autumn weather solidly here and winter weather quickly arriving around the corner, you’re likely looking for ways to keep your home comfortable without breaking the bank. While most homes in Newton, MA have heating systems that can keep homes comfortable, the unfortunate reality is that it often means using more energy and paying higher bills each month. This is because home windows don’t have insulation on their own, allowing for significant heat transfer and energy loss. To keep your home comfortable this winter, and throughout all seasons, choose energy-efficient shades from Hunter Douglas.

Duette® Honeycomb Cellular Shades

These delightfully simple yet subtly textured shades provide a sleek modern look for any room in your home thanks to the clean shape and cellular design. But the real advantage of these shades is how they can save you on your monthly energy bills. The hexagonal cells that create the structure of Duette® Honeycomb Cellular Shades block heat transfer by your windows, keeping heat inside when you want a cozy home during the winter and also keeping heat outside when you want to stay cool during the summer. By relying on your internal climate controls less, you can enjoy lower monthly bills while also doing more to reduce your carbon footprint.

You can gain even more of these energy-saving benefits with the available Duette Architella® feature, creates a second layer of cells inside the shades. While insulation and energy savings are the main benefits of these stylish shades, you also gain a more peaceful home thanks to the sound-dampening effects of the cellular shape. Additionally, the available LightLock™ feature helps you keep your bedroom free of light when you’re trying to sleep with an innovative side-channel design.

You can customize your sleek, energy-efficient shades by choosing from a wide range of fabrics, colors, and opacities.

Sonnette™ Cellular Roller Shades

Blend the convenience of a roller shade with energy-saving cellular shades with the Sonnette™ Cellular Roller Shades from Hunter Douglas. Watch as the curved insulating cells unfold as you roll your shades down, creating a sophisticated appearance in your home while dispersing light through your home. You can choose various fabrics, opacities, and colors for a custom look that fits your style.

Here at Barrows Custom Window Treatments, we are proud to offer custom energy-efficient shades from Hunter Douglas. We are located in Newton, MA and offer our services to Eastern Massachusetts, including Cambridge, Newton, Wellesley, Weston, Brookline, Boston, and Westwood. Visit our showroom today to find the perfect cellular shades for your home!

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