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.
Accessories for the Home
Elevate the personal touch of your home by choosing home decor that infuses luxury and individuality into your living spaces.
Drapery & Valances
Add the perfect finishing touch to your windows.
Drapery Hardware
Choose from a wide selection of styles.
Flooring
We offer a large selection of flooring options for your home.
Furniture
Choosing furniture for your house takes it from a space fresh with possibilities to your home.
Motorized Window Coverings
Enjoy the convenience of motorized window coverings.
Paint
We offer a wide selection of top-quality paint, primers and stains.
Wallpaper
In recent years, custom wallpaper has experienced a resurgence in popularity, reclaiming its status as a stylish and versatile design element in homes.
Commercial Window Coverings
Unusual Designs Inc. has outfitted windows in local businesses for over 20 years. We carry only the industry’s best commercial window coverings from Hunter Douglas, and our service is second to none.
Interior Design Consultations
Taking on an interior design project is not for the faint-hearted.
Window Covering Measuring & Installations
Our measuring and installation service will ensure an exact fit for your window coverings.
Blinds & Shades by Room
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See current and past decorating ideas from our 'Fresh Ideas' Newsletter.
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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Comparing Faux Wood Blinds vs Wood Blinds
If you have your heart set on new window blinds rather than shades or shutters, your most important decision is what material to select when choosing the perfect custom solution for your home. When it comes down to the choice of whether to invest in faux wood blinds versus real wood blinds, each style has its own set of benefits. Both styles have advantages and disadvantages, and your final choice depends on the region you live in and the room you plan to install them in.
Our team of experts at Unusual Designs is pleased to discuss some of the similarities and differences between faux wood blinds and wood blinds so that you can make an informed selection when the time comes to choose new custom Hunter Douglas blinds for your home.
Consider Wood Blinds for a Stately Aesthetic
A classic choice that complements any interior decor style but that matches perfectly with traditional interiors and stately homes and condos, wood blinds have a natural luster, weight, and gravitas that is difficult to replicate in other materials.
Hunter Douglas Parkland® Wood Blinds are made from 100% basswood or poplar hardwood sourced from sustainably managed forests and boast genuine grain detailing. These blinds will instantly add a level of sophistication and come in over 50 paint and stain finishes. Real wood blinds are your best option if you are after a cozier space because natural wood is a proven insulator.
While real wood blinds might be more high-end than their faux wood counterparts, they are still quite versatile. If you’re looking for the authentic experience and prefer organic or natural materials, this is the option for you.
On the other hand, real wood is more difficult to maintain than synthetic or faux wood material. For proper cleaning, you need to use a wood polish like a citrus oil to preserve its luster. Dust them carefully with a dry microfiber cloth and the slats closed to remove any surface dust or grime.
We offer Parkland® Wood Blinds with cord free operating systems like the push-up/dull-down LiteRise® system, the button-press SimpleLift™ system, and PowerView® Automation for hands-free control.
Try Faux Wood Blinds for Their Durability and Easy Maintenance
If you like the look of real wood but want added durability and easier maintenance, EverWood® Faux Wood Blinds are your best choice. While you won’t get the authentic touch of real wood, their Performance Plus™ Protection means you can rest assured that this faux wood option won’t warp, fade, bow, or yellow. Since they are made from composite materials, they are an excellent selection for bathrooms, spas, and kitchens—all rooms with high moisture and humidity.
Investing in new window treatments is a costly adventure, and if you are trying to save money, it’s good to know that faux wood blinds are usually less expensive than natural wood. Faux wood blinds are also easier to keep clean. Again, you can easily wipe them down with a cloth lightly dampened with soap and water, making them perfect for messy kitchens.
We offer our faux wood blinds in a generous array of over 50 color choices ranging from soft whites to rich, deep, earthy tones and the same closure options as our 100% wood blinds.
Contact us Today for Faux and Real Wood Blinds Near Newport News, VA
Unusual Designs is your premier source for high-quality custom window treatments, flooring, furniture, paint, and wallpaper –everything you need to transform your home into a masterpiece that is uniquely yours. Our team of design experts can help you design a space that is truly your own and we are proud of our years of exceptional customer service.
When you are ready to give your windows a new lease on life with faux or real wood blinds, request a consultation today, and one of our friendly staff will contact you. We can guide you through the entire process, from selection to measurement to installation.
We are honored to serve Newport News and the surrounding area, including Hampton, Gloucester, Poquoson, Portsmouth, Williamsburg, and Yorktown, Virginia.