Aura
Program your window treatments so that they adjust themselves automatically, creating the perfect room ambiance morning, noon and night.
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.
Drapery & Valances
Add the perfect finishing touch to your windows.
Drapery Hardware
Choose from a wide selection of styles.
Fabrics
Choose from our large selection of fabric colors, patterns and textures.
Motorized Window Coverings
Enjoy the convenience of motorized window coverings.
Window Covering Measuring & Installations
Our measuring and installation service will ensure an exact fit for your window coverings.
About Us
Rebarts Interiors has been providing extraordinary window fashion products and expert design advice for over 30 years.
What to Expect
Rebart's has been the Bay Area's premier source of window treatments and interior design for over 30 years.
Our Los Altos, CA Store
Our Los Altos store is conveniently located at 253 State Street, Los Altos, CA 94022 (9VHM+P7 Los Altos, California).
Our San Carlos, CA Store
When you’re decorating your home, you often consider wall colors, furniture, and even flooring before you decide on window treatments.
Our Menlo Park, CA Store
Our Menlo Park store is precisely placed at 865 Santa Cruz Ave, Menlo Park, CA 94025.
Our Burlingame, CA Store
Rebart’s Interiors has 4 locations throughout The Bay area, including Burlingame, Los Altos, Menlo Park, and San Carlos.
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Picking Silhouette® Sheer Shades vs. Pirouette® Sheer Shades
Adding sheer shades to your windows is a wonderful way to allow the Bay Area sunlight to gently filter into the space while offering options for UV protection and privacy when you need it. Both Silhouette® Sheer Shades and Pirouette® Sheer Shades will bring a look of sophisticated beauty to your home and are a great way to finish off a space—but which one should you choose?
Our team at Rebarts Interiors is proud to be a trusted Hunter Douglas dealer with locations in Burlingame, Los Altos, San Carlos, and Menlo Park, California. We work with you to provide expert guidance regarding the wide range of Hunter Douglas window treatment options to beautify your home.
Today, we'll dive into the differences between two popular window treatments from Hunter Douglas: Silhouette® Sheer Shades and Pirouette® Sheer Shades. Let's explore their unique features and help you decide which one is perfect for your home's specific needs.
Selecting Silhouette® Sheer Shades
Silhouette® Sheer Shades are known for their innovative properties and exceptional light control. These shades are designed with soft, adjustable S-shaped vanes that appear to be floating between two sheer fabric panels. This innovative design allows for precision control and understated elegance, ensuring privacy while letting in natural sunlight.
Key Features of Silhouette® Sheer Shades:
- Superior Light Control: The adjustable S-shaped vanes allow you to control the amount of light that enters your home, making it perfect for homes that require precise light control in specific areas or rooms with a lot of windows, like sunrooms or patios.
- UV Protection: With their unique design, Silhouette® shades can block up to 88% of harmful UV rays, protecting your furniture and floors from sun damage.
- View-Through: The sheer fabric on both sides of the S-shaped vanes provides an unobstructed view to the outside when the vanes are opened.
- Stylish Options: With over 150 fabrics and colors from which to choose, you’ll find a unique fit with these sheer shades.
Picking Pirouette® Sheer Shades
Pirouette® Sheer Shades are characterized by their graceful and elegant design. These shades are designed with soft, horizontal fabric vanes attached to a single sheer backing, allowing for seamless operation and a minimalistic appearance.
Key Features of Pirouette® Sheer Shades:
- Sleek Design: Pirouette® Sheer Shades have a clean, modern appearance, making them ideal for contemporary homes or those seeking a minimalist aesthetic. Their arched vanes expand to filter natural light and offer privacy.
- Uninterrupted View: Like Silhouette® Sheer Shades, Pirouette® Sheer Shades offer an impressive level of view-through when the vanes are open—you can even roll them into their header for open views.
- Unique Choices: Pirouette® Sheer Shades are available in over 90 fabrics, making them a versatile option for spaces throughout the home.
When to Choose Silhouette® or Pirouette® Sheer Shades
To determine which sheer shade is right for your home, consider the following factors:
- Aesthetic preferences: If you prefer a more modern and minimalist appearance, Pirouette® Sheer Shades may be the ideal choice. Alternatively, if you seek a more substantial presence at the window, Silhouette® Sheer Shades could be the better option.
- Level of UV protection: While both shades provide some level of UV protection, Silhouette® Sheer Shades boast an additional sheer layer which means a higher level of protection, making them perfect for homes with valuable furniture and floors susceptible to sun damage.
- Control Options: For those who want uninterrupted views of their outdoors, Pirouette® Sheer Shades roll into a header so that your window are uncovered when you want the extra perspective.
Contact Us to Help You Decide
Rebarts Interiors is committed to helping you find the perfect window treatment to suit your home's style and needs. As a premier Hunter Douglas dealer, we offer personalized consultations and expert advice on selecting the best window treatments, like the beauty and elegance of Silhouette® Sheer Shades and Pirouette® Sheer Shades.
To find out more, visit one of our locations. You can find us at 1227 Burlingame Ave in Burlingame, CA, 253 State St in Los Altos, CA, 865 Santa Cruz Ave in Menlo Park, CA, and 990 Industrial Rd Ste 106 in San Carlos, CA. Our service area includes Burlingame, Los Altos, Menlo Park, San Carlos, Palo Alto, Mountain View, Cupertino, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Los Gatos, Redwood City, Foster City, San Mateo, Saratoga, Belmont, Woodside, Redwood Shores, Millbrae, Aptos, Atherton, and Stanford, CA. Contact us today to get started. We look forward to hearing from you.