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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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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What's the Difference between Blinds and Shades?
Blinds and shades are two principal types of window treatments that come with their own unique characteristics, designs, and functions. When choosing the perfect window coverings for your space, it's essential to understand the differences between these two to make an informed decision.
At Rebarts Interiors, a leading Hunter Douglas dealer with showrooms in Burlingame, Menlo Park, Los Altos, and San Carlos, California, we will guide you through the differences between blinds and shades, delving into Hunter Douglas Roman shades, Hunter Douglas wood blinds, and Hunter Douglas vertical blinds, spotlighting the Vignette® Roman Shades, Parkland® Wood Blinds, and Skyline® Panel-Track Blinds.
Window Treatments with More Than Function: Blinds
Blinds feature a series of horizontal or vertical slats, typically made of wood, composite materials, or metal, held together by cords or fabric. They can be rotated open and closed, as well as lifted and lowered for optimal control over light and privacy.
Highlights of Hunter Douglas wood blinds, such as Parkland® Wood Blinds, include:
- Natural beauty and durability: Made from 100% real wood, these blinds exude a traditional warmth that adds elegance to your living spaces.
- Light control: The adjustable slats allow for customized light filtration, making wood blinds an ideal choice for living rooms, bedrooms, and offices.
- Aesthetic versatility: Parkland® Wood Blinds are available in a range of stains and finishes, ensuring compatibility with various interior styles.
For larger windows and sliding glass or patio doors, Hunter Douglas vertical blinds offer a modern solution:
- Space enhancement: The tall, vertical orientation creates an illusion of height, making your space appear more expansive.
- Smooth operation: Advanced gliding systems ensure easy opening and closing of the blinds.
- Customization: Vertical blinds come in numerous fabrics, textures, and colors to suit your interior preferences.
Hunter Douglas offers innovative solutions like Skyline® Panel-Track Blinds, which offer a middle ground between the functionality of a vertical blind and the qualities of a fabric shade:
- Wide Range of Customization: Skyline® Panel-Track Blinds come in a variety of fabrics, allowing you to tailor them to match your specific interior aesthetic.
- Flexibility: The panel-track design makes them a great choice for wide window expanses and sliding glass doors—plus, you can mount them to ceilings and use them as room dividers to create separation in open concept spaces.
- Convenience: These blinds come with an optional wand control system for hassle-free operation.
Shades: The Harmony of Softness and Light Control
Shades are crafted from a continuous length of material, creating a uniform and smooth appearance that gently filters light, providing more light control and privacy options.
Hunter Douglas shades, such as Vignette® Roman Shades, stand out due to their unique features:
- Elegant look: Shades offer an uncluttered appearance with their soft, folded design and hidden rear cords, giving any space a polished and sophisticated flair.
- Energy efficiency: Due to fabric's insulating properties, shades can trap air and maintain a comfortable indoor temperature.
- Light filtration: You can choose from various fabric opacity options to balance natural light flow and privacy.
Contact Us to Learn More About Blinds & Shades
Understanding the differences between blinds and shades is crucial when selecting the perfect window treatments for your home. Hunter Douglas blinds and shades—including options like Vignette® Roman Shades, Parkland® Wood Blinds, and Skyline® Panel-Track Blinds—offer a myriad of design options, functionality, and style customization to suit your particular needs.
Visit Rebarts Interiors to explore our extensive selection of Hunter Douglas window treatments and find the perfect fit for your home. We are located 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.
Contact us online today to speak with a member of our team about your next window treatment upgrade. Our service area includes the areas surrounding San Jose, Palo Alto, Mountain View, Cupertino, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Los Gatos, Redwood City, Foster City, San Mateo, Saratoga, San Carlos, Belmont, Burlingame, Woodside, Redwood Shores, Millbrae, Aptos, Atherton, Menlo Park, and Stanford, CA.
We look forward to seeing you soon!