PowerView® Automation
Program your window treatments so that they adjust themselves automatically, creating the perfect room ambiance morning, noon and night.
Sheer Shades
Learn more about Hunter Douglas custom window sheers, including our shadings and privacy sheers. Innovative, light-diffusing sheers. Your trusted source for window treatments.
Cellular Shades
Cellular honeycomb shades from Hunter Douglas. An energy-efficient design that traps air in distinct pockets to help keep your house cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
Roman Shades
Custom-made fabric Roman Shades by Hunter Douglas, combining the look of soft folds with the ease and convenience of a shade. Custom-crafted.
Roller Shades
The Hunter Douglas roller shades & solar screen shades collections offer excellent light control and a clean, stylish look in a range of fabrics and materials.
Woven Shades
For a warm, natural look our Hunter Douglas Woven Wood Shades collection of window treatments transforms sunlight into captivating design statements. Choose yours today.
Vertical Shades
Find the right custom vertical shades for any room in your home. Search our most popular window shades.
Wood Blinds
From controlling light to their stylish, sleek look, wood blinds have been a favorite among homeowners for decades.
Metal Blinds
Find the perfect metal blinds for any room in your home. From controlling light to their stylish, sleek look, metal blinds have been a favorite among homeowners.
Vertical Blinds
Discover Hunter Douglas customized vertical blinds featuring elegant styling and translucency in a large selection of colors, treatments, and textures. Lifetime guarantee.
Shutters
Hunter Douglas custom window shutters provide superior light control and privacy with classic styles, long-lasting finishes, and exceptional craftsmanship.
Drapery
Choose from timeless and on-trend fabrics, including lofty textures and alluring jacquards, artisanal embroideries and luminous sheers.
Light Enhancing
Enjoy the beauty of natural light and make any space more captivating, with the following light-enhancing shades.
Room Darkening
Want a darker room for better sleep or optimal movie binging? These shades and drapes help block light at the window.
Energy Efficient
Live comfortably and save energy with these shades. Designer to keep a room warm in the winter and cool in the summer.
Door Coverings
Manage natural light and add privacy with these window treatments that work well for sliding-glass and patio doors.
Sound Absorption
Create a quieter, more relaxing room with these window treatments, which help absorb sound, reducing exterior noise.
Top-Down Bottom-Up
For privacy and natural light, position shades from the top, bottom or both. These shades have this feature available.
Window Covering Measuring & Installations
Our measuring and installation service will ensure an exact fit for your window coverings.
Interior Design Ideas
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Bathroom
See window covering solutions for privacy and moisture-resistance.
Bedroom
See window covering solutions for privacy and room darkening.
Home Office
See window covering solutions for light filtering and glare control.
Kitchen
See window covering solutions for a variety of needs and kitchen styles.
Living Room
See window covering solutions for light filtering and UV protection.
Media Room
See room darkening window treatments for your media room.
Nursery & Kids Room
See child-safe window coverings for baby nurseries and kids rooms
Angled Windows
See blinds and shades for angled, sloped, and triangle-shaped windows.
Arched Windows
See blinds and shades for arched, half-circle or half-moon windows.
Bay, Bow, Corner Windows
See blinds and shades for bay, bow and corner windows.
French Doors
See shutters, blinds and shades for French Doors.
Sidelights
See blinds and shades for sidelight windows.
Sliding Glass Doors
See blinds and shades for patio and sliding-glass doors.
Skylights
See blinds and shades specifically suited for skylights.
Automated
See all options for automated blinds and shades.
Blackout
See our options for blinds and shades that best control light.
Energy Efficient
See blinds and shades that help save energy at the window.
Light Filtering
See blinds and shades for light filtering and UV protection.
Child and Pet-Friendly
See blinds and shades that are safer for children and pets.
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How To Choose Which Sheers and Shadings are Best for Your Home
The first step to choosing which window treatment is right for you is deciding what look you are trying to achieve. Do you want a room that feels cozy and inviting, or do you want it to be full of character? After making this decision, there are many factors to consider when picking the perfect window treatments. The process starts with assessing each room's look and feel as well as its purpose. For example, if you were planning on using one room just for sleeping, you would want something simple that has light blocking capabilities but doesn't take away from the rest of the décor. On the other hand, if you wanted one room to double as an entertainment space, consider adding something sheerer. We at McCarty's Window Fashions have sheers and shadings for any room, and they are all high-quality Hunter Douglas products.
Silhouette® Window Shadings
If you're looking for window shadings that will provide you with privacy but still allow light to enter your home, then these are the perfect shades. They offer a soft and comfortable feel while maintaining an air of elegance. Whether you're looking for something bold or subtle, there are plenty of color options to choose from for these window treatments. One thing many people don't realize, however, is how much window shades can change the look and feel of a room. For instance, if you want soft light without compromising privacy, our blackout curtains are perfect. With so many designs available in all sorts of colors and styles (including sheer), it's easy to find one that fits your needs!
Pirouette® Window Shadings
These window shadings are long-lasting and can make your home look just the way you want it to. They come in different colors, patterns, and textures to match any decor or personal preference. You can even get them tailor-made for your window, regardless of their size and shape. These window treatments will save you money on energy bills over time because they reduce heat from coming into the house during the summer months while still allowing light to shine through during the winter months when needed more. This way, you do not have to change out your curtains so often, which saves you money in the long run. Window shades add character to a room and give it that cozy feel that everyone loves about their home while being very functional at the same time.
Luminette® Privacy Sheers
If you are looking for window shading that is durable and beautiful, then you've come to the right place! These shadings come in various colors and styles, so one should be able to suit your needs. They add variable light and privacy in a way that you have always wanted. Plus, don't forget about the Accents by the Yard™ feature, so you can create accents that match your sheers perfectly.
Contact Us
We hope you've found our blog post helpful in understanding that the sheers and shadings we offer are both functional and long-lasting. Contact Us to set up a free consultation for your window treatments needs. We proudly serve Santa Cruz, CA, and the surrounding area, including Aptos and Scott's Valley, CA.