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The Automatic Blackout Shades You Need for Better Sleep
Sound machines and eye masks are helpful sleep aids, but you might not need them after you get blackout shades for windows. Window treatments that can darken your room can help you get the sleep you deserve. Many homeowners know Hunter Douglas for their high-quality products and fine artisanship, including their room-darkening window coverings and motorization systems.
At Smart PNW, we carry several automatic blackout shades to help improve your sleep hygiene.
What Are Automatic Blackout Shades?
Blackout shades are window coverings designed to block light from entering a room. These shades feature tightly woven, opaque materials that minimize brightness. You can find them in many colors and styles and complement different decor schemes. You can also upgrade them with motorization to automate when your shades close and open.
PowerView® Automation by Hunter Douglas is an award-winning, innovative window treatment control system that integrates with a remote, smartphone app, or smart home system. This means you can adjust the shades without getting out of bed!
Benefits of Automatic Blackout Shades
Here are a few advantages you can enjoy with automatic blackout shades in your home:
Energy Efficiency
You can program your shades to open, adjust, and close according to your schedule. Keep them open on chilly days to let in sun and heat. Then, you can set them to close at dusk. This automation can reduce reliance on your heater, AC, and artificial indoor light, lowering energy usage.
Versatility
When it comes to automatic blackout shades, there’s no reason to worry about sacrificing style. These window treatments are available in various designs, fabrics, and colors to suit every interior design style.
Safety and Accessibility
Automatic window treatments can make a home safer and more accessible. PowerView® Automation is cordless, eliminating a possible choking hazard in homes with pets and children.
The system is also wonderful for hard-to-reach windows and homeowners with limited mobility.
How Do Blackout Shades for Windows Promote Better Sleep?
Exposure to natural and artificial light during sleep can interfere with your body's natural circadian rhythm. Studies show that a darker, quieter sleeping environment aids melatonin production, the hormone responsible for regulating sleep. So, opting for blackout shades creates a dark bedroom atmosphere that promotes restful sleep, allowing you to wake up feeling rejuvenated and ready to take on your day.
These shades can be invaluable for several people, including:
- Shift workers who sleep during the day.
- New parents and their babies.
- City residents.
- Those who have sleep challenges.
Types of Hunter Douglas Automatic Blackout Shades
Hunter Douglas has a range of light-blocking window treatments, such as:
- Duette® Cellular Shades: This fantastic energy-efficient window treatment is available in vertical and horizontal orientations in many sizes and fabrics. Upgrade it with the Duette® LightLock® system, which blocks even more natural light.
- Designer Roller Shades: These contemporary roller shades have a streamlined design, making them a great fit for minimalist interiors. As an optional enhancement, you can also get the Blackout System for an even darker room.
- Designer Solar Shades: Also called screen shades, these solar window treatments curb harsh UV rays and protect interior furnishings. Their Dual Roller design combines two shades for added room darkening.
- Vignette® Roman Shades: These modern Roman shades have optional room-darkening liners to create an ideal sleeping environment. They’re also excellent insulators, keeping your room comfortable.
Shop Blackout Shades Near Tacoma, Washington
Now is the time to upgrade to automatic blackout shades and get your desired sleep. Smart PNW features premium Hunter Douglas Window Treatments and Carole™ Fabrics. With several styles, colors, and fabrics to choose from, you’re sure to find the perfect match for your bedroom’s existing interior design style. Our team is eager to help you start the journey to ultimate rest.
Get started by requesting a consultation online or calling us at (425) 448-3279 today. Smart PWN is located in Tacoma, Washington, and we proudly serve over the bridge and the surrounding areas, including Gig Harbor, Seattle, Belleview, North Seattle, North Tacoma, Olalla, Silverdale, Poulsbo, Bremerton, and Bainbridge Island.