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Tips for Choosing Large Window Coverings

Large windows often serve as focal points, naturally drawing the eye toward them. They bring in plenty of natural light, but the glare and brightness can be problematic. The Holley’s Home Interiors design team helps clients find stunning custom large window solutions for every home decor style.

Living room with large window shades in a home near College Station, TX

Custom Shades and Blinds for Large Windows

Standard-sized window treatments can come up short (or too long, narrow, or wide) for large windows. They come in basic sizes that may not be compatible with your window openings. Custom options are made-to-measure and professionally installed; they’ll fit the exact dimensions without sagging and light gaps.

Custom large window coverings offer more advantages. There are fabrics, colors, and features to complement your decor and control light and privacy according to your specifications. And since large windows can let in cold or hot air, you can select insulating window coverings for large windows that save on energy costs.

Design Tips for Blinds for Large Window Coverings

Think about functionality to help narrow down the selections. If you want your large window coverings to filter light gently, consider sheers; room-darkening fabrics are available in many styles for more light control and privacy. Also, lighter fabrics make a room feel more open and airy, while darker tones can be more dramatic.

You can also layer large window coverings for texture and more flexibility. For example, combining shades with drapery offers additional light control. For windows that receive a lot of direct sunlight, opt for coverings with UV protection to prevent furnishings from fading. You can also enhance large window coverings with motorization for added convenience.

Large Window Coverings from Hunter Douglas

Hunter Douglas manufactures blinds and window shades for large windows, including these three favorites:

Duette® CellularShades

As the top honeycomb window treatment, Duette® Cellular Shades come in horizontal and vertical orientations, with 3/8", 3/4", or 1-1/4" pleat sizes. The size ranges are ideal for oversized windows:

  • Widths: Horiz. 4" - 174" | Vert. 12" - 336".
  • Heights: Horiz. 6" - 144" | Vert. 24" - 120".

The design has a cellular structure that traps air to create an insulating barrier. Duette® Cellular Shades come in over 150 fabrics and colors and will fit odd-sized windows and glass doors.

Luminette® SheerPanels

These vertical window shades for large windows are a hybrid style with vertical blind and drapery characteristics. They have sheer panels and 180-degree rotating fabric vanes that beautifully diffuse light.

  • Widths: 8" to 192".
  • Heights: 24" to 120".

Luminette® Sheer Panels have 3-½” vanes; order them in over 80 colors and luxury fabrics.

Skyline® Panel-Track Blinds

Here is a contemporary, innovative large window covering unlike anything you’ve seen before. Skyline® Panel-Track Blinds have streamlined, wide, fabric-covered panels that glide magically along a track.

  • Width: 28" to 384".
  • Height: 9" to 168".

Unlike traditional vertical blinds, Skyline® Panel-Track Blinds have an interlocking bottom weight for smooth operation and tight stacking. Customize these modern blinds for large windows with 11 ½" or 17" panel sizes and over 450 color choices.

Find Large Window Coverings Near College Station, TX

Your large windows deserve custom window coverings and we’re ready to help you with your selections. We proudly serve Bryan, College Station, Navasota, Brenham, Madisonville, Caldwell, Hearne, and Huntsville, Texas. We also provide outdoor shades, home accents, commercial window treatments, and wallpaper to serve all your interior design needs.