While we love innovation, we also recognize that tried-and-true styles still work and are sometimes the best window covering for a specific application. From blinds, shades and shutters to custom curtains and draperies, looks from the past still work today. Many classic window coverings have been rejuvenated with new looks and functionality, making them even more appealing. Stop by our showroom in Ashburn, serving the Washington DC area, to see full size displays of our wide variety of window treatments.
Roman Shades
Dating all the way back to the the Roman Empire, a classic Roman shade or “flat fold” is made with panels of horizontally seamed fabric about 8-10 inches apart that allows the pleats to stack concisely. Innovation has been good to the Roman shade, with today’s styles have a more sleek look hidden cords. We carry a complete line of modern Roman shades from Hunter Douglas, including:
- Vignette® Modern Roman Shades
- Designer Studio™ Roman Shades
- Provenance Woven Textures
Plantation Shutters
Shutter were originally used as an external window covering to block heat and light. Today’s shutters are so well manufactured and stylish that they add value to your home. Shutters are also available for specialty shaped windows and are an excellent choice for child and pet safety. Our most popular brands include:
- Heritance® Genuine Hardwood Shutters
- NewStyle Hybrid Shutters
- Palm Beach Polysatin Shutters
Mini Blinds
The original mini blind was created to provide a more economical window treatment as an alternative to curtains and draperies. Today’s horizontal blinds offer a much different window covering than the blinds of the past. They are made from strong material and excellent constructions, making them durable as well as stylish. Some of our most popular horizontal blind styles include:
- Reveal® with MagnaView® Aluminum Blinds
- Decor® Aluminum Blinds
- Celebrity® Aluminum Blinds
- Parkland™ Genuine Wood Blinds – Crafted from finest North American hardwoods, includes oak, cherry wood that display natural grain and color variations
- Everwood® Wood Blinds
Handmade Draperies
Here’s a window treatment that has a lot more options these days, but has stayed true to its roots. Custom drapes have evolved with easy to care for fabrics that come in endless colors, patterns and textures ranging from sheer to opaque. The addition of distinctive drapery hardware, trims, fringes, borders, cornices and valances finish the look. Curtain and draperies add interest to the window and either alone or paired with a blind or shade, they will showcase your decorating style.
Window Coverings in Washington DC
Value Blind & Heirloom Draperies is a locally owned business serving the Washington DC metro area and Northern Virginia for 14 years. Visit our Hunter Douglas Gallery showroom in Ashburn and see hundreds of window fashion samples and functional displays of child-safe window treatments. We offer full-service interior design services including color consultation, room layout, and complete lines of blinds, shades, shutters, custom window treatments, custom rugs, wall coverings, bedding, pillows, and furniture. Contact us today!
