The Right Window Treatments Can Transform Your Home
Wed Sep 10 2025
You love the natural light in your living room, but by 3 PM, the glare makes it impossible to watch TV or work on your laptop. Window treatments are often the unsung heroes of interior design. Doing more than just covering your windows, they shape the light in your home, add insulation, enhance privacy, and elevate your overall look and feel. At Fergus Home & Hardware, we are proud to offer custom solutions from two industry leaders: Graber and Hunter Douglas. Whether you are seeking sleek modern lines, timeless elegance, or smart-home convenience, our team is here to help you find the perfect fit.
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Why Window Treatments Matter
If you are still living with bare windows or outdated blinds, you might be missing out on benefits that go beyond beauty:
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Energy Efficiency: Insulated shades reduce heat loss in winter and block harsh summer sun, helping to lower energy costs.
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UV Protection: Keep your floors, furniture, and artwork safe from fading with UV-filtering fabrics.
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Privacy & Comfort: Control how much light enters a room while maintaining peace of mind.
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Style & Personality: With endless fabrics, textures, and finishes, window coverings help set the tone of every space in your home.
Understanding these benefits is just the first step. Choosing the right products matters just as much. Graber and Hunter Douglas are trusted brands known for quality, innovation, and style.
Graber's solar shades reduce glare while maintaining your outdoor view, and they look great doing it. They are known for high-quality materials, thoughtful design, and a wide range of options. From solar shades and wood blinds to Roman shades and layered sheers, many collections are made with sustainability in mind, making them a great choice for eco-conscious homeowners.
Hunter Douglas is a leader in innovation. With products like Duette Honeycomb Shades, Silhouette Sheer Shades, and PowerView Automation, Hunter Douglas combines style with advanced functionality. If smart-home integration is important to you, this brand delivers.
Room-by-Room Recommendations
Every room in your home has unique needs. Here are a few ideas to get started:
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Living Room: Layer drapery and sheer shades for softness and flexibility.
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Kitchen: Moisture-resistant faux wood blinds or solar shades that filter light while preserving views that are perfect for morning coffee or evening meal prep.
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Bedrooms: Room-darkening cellular shades help you sleep better while providing insulation that can reduce energy costs by up to 20%.
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Bathrooms: Easy-to-clean cellular shades or shutters provide privacy without sacrificing the natural light that makes morning routines more pleasant.
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Home Office: Light-filtering solar shades to reduce screen glare without losing natural light.
Custom Fit vs. Off-the-Shelf
One of the biggest advantages of working with Fergus Home & Hardware? Personalized service. Unlike off-the-shelf options, custom treatments are measured, designed, and crafted specifically for your windows, including unique shapes, bay windows, and oversized doors. The process begins with a complimentary in-home consultation where we measure your windows, assess your lighting needs, and discuss your lifestyle. Do you work from home and need glare control? Have young children who require cordless safety? Love entertaining but need flexible privacy options? These details help us recommend the perfect solution. Our in-house interior designers, Nichole Albright and Peyton Boesl, guide you through fabric selection, finishes, and installation, ensuring your treatments look and perform beautifully.
Most custom treatments are ready within 4-6 weeks, and our professional installation ensures everything fits perfectly and operates smoothly.
Smart, Stylish & Simple
Gone are the days of tangled cords or climbing behind furniture to adjust blinds. Both Graber and Hunter Douglas offer motorized treatments controlled by remote, app, or even voice command. They’re perfect for:
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Homes with children or pets (cordless = safer)
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Hard-to-reach windows
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Busy families who value comfort and convenience
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between light-filtering and room-darkening? Light-filtering treatments work well for living areas where you want natural light but need to reduce glare. Room-darkening is ideal for bedrooms where you want better sleep and bathrooms where privacy is the top priority.
Do motorized treatments need special electrical work? Most motorized treatments don't require any special wiring. Many run on rechargeable batteries that last 1-2 years. For a completely seamless look, hardwired options are available and we recommend professional installation.
How do I clean different types of window treatments? Cleaning methods vary by material, but most treatments can be maintained with regular dusting using a microfiber cloth or vacuum brush attachment. For deeper cleaning, follow specific care instructions provided with your window treatments.
Refresh Your View
Window treatments are an investment in both style and function. At Fergus Home & Hardware, we combine premium products with personalized service to make the process easy and enjoyable. Whether you are refreshing one room or your entire home, our knowledgeable staff will guide you every step of the way.
Ready to transform your view? Visit our showroom at 1005 North Tower Road or call 218-998-5070 to schedule your complimentary consultation with Nichole or Peyton.