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
You can completely change the look of any room with a few new home accessories.
Awnings
Save energy, reduce glare, and protect furniture from fading.
Cornices
We offer window treatments for any business or commercial setting.
Custom Bedding
Your bedroom is a space set aside for you. It’s where you rest and relax, where you get ready in the morning, and where you wind down at night.
Drapery & Valances
Add the perfect finishing touch to your windows.
Drapery Hardware
Delux Drapery & Shade Co. is a full-service interior design center, and as such, we help our clients with every part of their interior decoration.
Fabrics
Smooth and silky, textured and coarse, patterned and basic - your home will need a balance of fabrics to create visually interesting and tactilely pleasing interiors.
Furniture
Create a new look or complement your existing décor with new furniture.
Motorized Window Coverings
Enjoy the convenience of motorized window coverings.
Wallpaper
We offer a wide variety of beautiful wallpaper designs.
Blind and Shade Repairs
We offer quick and professional repairs for your blinds and shades.
Upholstery
We offer re-upholstery services for all furniture styles.
Window Covering Measuring & Installations
Our measuring and installation service will ensure an exact fit for your window coverings.
About Us
Delux Drapery is a third-generation, family owned business in Ann Arbor MI offering expert decorating and friendly personal service since 1942.
Testimonials
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Bedroom
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Living Room
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Media Room
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Nursery & Kids Room
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Arched Windows
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Bay, Bow, Corner Windows
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French Doors
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Sidelights
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Blackout
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Real Wood vs Faux Wood: Which is Best for Your Home
The battle between real and faux wood has been ongoing for years. Fortunately, the decision is one of personal preference. Each has pros and cons you need to consider before purchasing. We’ve put together the low down on both types to help you choose.
Materials
Wood blinds, like Parkland® Wood Blinds, are made from authentic hardwood, such as cherry, oak, and various other kinds of wood. Hunter Douglas ensures the wood is harvested using sustainable practices, and a donation is made to the Arbor Day Foundation with every Parkland® Wood Blinds purchase. They add warmth and classic beauty to any room. EverWood® Alternative Wood Blinds are made using a durable wood alternative that won’t age over time. EverWood® blinds deliver a wood-like appearance without any of the usual maintenance.
Aesthetics
The appearance of your blinds is one of the most prominent factors in choosing a material. Genuine hardwood blinds feature a rich, grainy texture that any faux wood variety cannot replicate. Parkland® blinds receive advanced finishing technology to help them maintain their luster and beauty for years to come. You can choose from various stains or solid paint colors in shades of white, gray, and neutral tones that blend seamlessly with today’s popular furniture and cabinetry. Faux wood can be stained with wood-like colors but will still appear artificial unless you buy a premium quality brand with high-end finishes. EverWood® Alternative Wood Blinds are available in a wide selection of solid colors, or TruGrain® finishes that provide the most realistic stain-like appearance in the industry.
Applications
The placement of your blinds is another element to consider. Natural wood is excellent for offices, living rooms, and other spaces where a warm, luxurious look is sought. Authentic wood blinds absorb heat and cold more efficiently than faux wood. This makes them helpful in regulating interior temperatures. Faux wood is not susceptible to moisture damage like natural wood. EverWood® blinds can stand up to high humidity and UV exposure. They are guaranteed never to fade, yellow, peel, or warp, making them ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, and homes in hot, humid climates.
Upkeep
You will need to decide how much care and attention you’re willing to give to your blinds. Any item made of natural wood, including window blinds, requires significantly more upkeep than faux wood. They need regular dusting with a microfiber cloth and treatment with lemon oil or quality furniture polish to prevent warping and cracking. Think of it as a moisturizer for your window treatments. Faux wood blinds, on the other hand, are very low maintenance. Dust them with a soft cloth, and use a solution of warm water and a mild detergent to clean any stubborn dirt or fingerprints.
The Verdict
No one else can decide which type is right for you and your home. It boils down to personal preferences and how you want to use them. Real wood is the only way to go if you want a sophisticated aesthetic and blinds that add visual interest and character. For those seeking a more budget-friendly option that’s low maintenance, faux wood is your go-to. Regardless of which type you choose, you can’t go wrong with blinds from Hunter Douglas. The superior materials and craftsmanship are unmatched by any other manufacturer.
Contact Us
Are you still undecided between genuine and faux wood? Our team of design professionals here at Delux Drapery & Shade Co. are here to help you find the perfect window treatments for your home. We are located at 2215 W Stadium Blvd, Ann Arbor, Michigan, and would love for you to stop by anytime during our business hours. You can also call us at (734) 662-6524 or request a consultation online to get started with your next home window treatment project.