ROOM DARKENING BLINDS & FABRICS

While every Hunter Douglas window treatment provides some measure of light control, some room darkening shades offer more benefits than others. A key consideration is fabric type and color. Sheer fabrics typically soften and filter sunlight, while semi-opaque and opaque fabrics almost completely block it. We say "almost" because these fabrics darken a room but do not entirely eliminate light.

'BLACKOUT' EXPLAINED

If you want to block out as much natural light as possible, look for Hunter Douglas window treatments with maximum light-blocking qualities that are uniquely designed to minimize light gaps, seams and rout holes, such as the de-Light™ feature on many of our wood and metal blinds. Or, achieve unparalleled room darkening with our new Duette LightLock™ system, which features patent-pending light control technology that absorbs light, preventing it from entering the room.

LINERS

Another option for blocking light is a room-darkening liner, which is available on many of our window shades. The liner can be sewn directly into the face fabric, or for ultimate flexibility, may be able to operate independently.