There’s a magical time of day when everything is bathed in warm, golden light called “Golden Hour.” Whether it’s early morning or just before sunset, the sunlight becomes soft and diffused, creating a serene glow. Want to bring that calming atmosphere into your home? Let us introduce Silhouette Shades. These sheer shades invite gentle light into your home while blocking harsh rays. Ready to discover which silhouette shade features can transform your space?
The Colors
When it comes to sheer shades, you might first think of just the sheers. But one of the Silhouette shade features is picking the color of the solid fabric vanes. They come in a variety of stunning colors, from subtle neutrals to bold hues. Whether you want to enhance a calm space or make a statement, there’s a perfect color for you.
Operating Features
How would you like to control your Silhouette shade features? Do you prefer manual operation or motorization? Would you like a traditional cord or wand, or is a safe cordless design essential for your family? The Hunter Douglas Silhouette collection offers both corded and cordless options, along with motorization. You can control your shades using a remote or smart device, whether you choose individual motorization for specific windows or multiple window automation setup.
Is Two Better Than One?
Absolutely! Silhouette shade features provide light control, from soft sheers to fully closed shades. However, when you add dual shades, you unlock an even broader range of control. With an integrated blackout roller shade in the headrail, it allows both shades to operate independently, giving you the ultimate flexibility for light management.
Sheer Layers: Traditional vs. ClearView
When selecting sheer fabrics, you’ll need to choose between the traditional dreamy haze or the newer ClearView option. The ClearView fabric features a special black fabric, offering a clearer, crisper outdoor view.
Doors and Windows: Coordinating Treatments
Wondering how to cover doors and windows? Silhouette shade features work beautifully on both. Whether it’s patio doors, french doors, or sliding glass doors, these shades create a harmonious look throughout your space. If you’re looking for a cohesive design, you can pair Silhouette Shades with Luminette Privacy Sheers for sliding doors. This gives you a similar look while still offering the functional benefits of each treatment.
Vane Positions
The solid vanes of sheer shades are often positioned in a few ways. Open them fully to let natural light in, or close them to block direct rays while allowing a soft glow.
For an even more customized effect, you can position the vanes slightly open to direct light toward the floor, or tilt them upwards toward the ceiling to create a soft, reflective glow called Halo. This unique option casts light upward, brightening your room while maintaining privacy.
Come See Us!
We’d love to talk to you about the full range of Silhouette Shade features. We can explain how they will best interact with the light in your Reno area home. Contact us to schedule a free in-home design consultation with one of our experts. We’re looking forward to helping you!
