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.
Commercial Blinds & Shades
We offer window treatments for any business or commercial setting.
Cornices
We offer window treatments for any business or commercial setting.
Custom Bedding
We create one-of-a-kind custom bedding designs.
Drapery & Valances
Add the perfect finishing touch to your windows.
Drapery Hardware
Choose from a wide selection of styles.
Motorized Window Coverings
Enjoy the convenience of motorized window coverings.
Outdoor Solar Shades
Make your outdoor spaces more comfortable with our outdoor solar shades.
After-Hours & In-Home Consultations
Our schedule is flexible, and we can come to your home for a consultation.
Free Estimates
Get a free estimate for your next decorating project.
Motorized Covering Expertise
We offer expert motorization services for your window coverings.
Upholstery
We offer re-upholstery services for all furniture styles.
About Us
At North County Blind Company, we take window fashions seriously. We can provide treatments that capture the sun's warmth and add architectural interest to your home.
Encinitas, CA
At North County Blinds, we have been serving our valued customers since 1985. Our commitment to exceptional products from Hunter Douglas, expert design consultations, and in-home installations has made us a trusted name in Encinitas, California.
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Enhance your Home with Duette® Cellular Shades
When it comes to window treatments that combine style, functionality, and energy efficiency, Hunter Douglas Duette® Cellular Shades are an excellent choice for homeowners in Encinitas, CA. These innovative shades not only provide privacy and light control, but they also offer exceptional insulation properties. At North County Blinds, our window treatment experts can help you explore the many benefits of Hunter Douglas Duette® Cellular Shades and why they are an ideal solution for your Encinitas home.
Energy Efficiency and Insulation
Encinitas natives enjoy a coastal climate, but homeowners still face temperature fluctuations throughout the year. Duette® Cellular Shades are designed with a unique honeycomb construction that creates insulating air pockets and fits close to the window. These air pockets help to reduce heat transfer, keeping your home cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. By minimizing the impact of external temperatures, Duette® Cellular Shades contribute to energy efficiency and can help lower your heating and cooling costs.
UV Protection and Glare Reduction
Living in Encinitas means being surrounded by natural beauty and ample sunshine. However, excessive UV rays can damage your furniture, flooring, and artwork over time. Duette® Cellular Shades are designed to provide excellent UV protection, blocking up to 99% of harmful rays when the shades are fully closed. This feature helps preserve the integrity and color of your interior furnishings while allowing you to enjoy natural light without the worry of damaging effects.
Additionally, these shades offer exceptional glare reduction, allowing you to control the amount of light that enters your space. Whether you're working on a computer screen, watching your favorite TV show, or simply seeking a comfortable and glare-free environment, Duette® Cellular Shades can help you achieve the desired level of brightness while maintaining visual comfort.
Versatile Design Options
Hunter Douglas understands that every homeowner has unique style preferences. Duette® Cellular Shades offer a wide range of design options to suit various aesthetic tastes — over 150 options. With an extensive selection of colors, patterns, textures, and opacities, you can find the perfect shade to complement your interior decor. Whether you prefer a subtle, neutral tone or a bold pop of color, there is a Duette® Cellular Shade to match your vision and enhance the overall ambiance of your Encinitas home.
Moreover, these shades are available in various pleat sizes, allowing you to choose the right scale and proportion for your windows. Whether you have small windows or floor-to-ceiling expanses, Duette® Cellular Shades can be customized to fit perfectly and create a cohesive look throughout your home.
Sound Absorption and Privacy
No matter how fantastic your neighborhood may be, there are always times when we want a quieter environment to shut out unwanted exterior noise (or, alternatively, insulate your interior noise to soundproof your room better). If you're looking to reduce noise disturbances from outside or create a peaceful retreat within your home, Duette® Cellular Shades can help. The cellular construction of these shades absorbs sound, minimizing external noise and creating a quieter indoor environment. Whether you live near a busy street, a park, or a neighborhood with active children, Duette® Cellular Shades can contribute to a more serene and relaxing atmosphere.
Additionally, these shades provide excellent privacy control. You can adjust the shades to allow natural light while maintaining the desired level of privacy in your living spaces. This is particularly important for bedrooms, bathrooms, and street-facing windows where privacy is crucial.
Enjoy a Tax Rebate on Certain Energy-Efficient Upgrades
You can even earn a new Federal Tax Credit of up to $1,200 on select energy efficient styles, including Duette® Cellular Shades. Reach out to us and confer with your tax professional to learn more and see how our promotions and specific tax rebates may work for your situation.
Get Started with Cellular Shades
Hunter Douglas Duette® Cellular Shades offer an array of benefits that make them an ideal window treatment choice for Encinitas homeowners. From their energy efficiency and insulation properties to UV protection, glare reduction, and versatile design options, these shades seamlessly combine style and functionality to enhance your living spaces.
At North County Blinds, we’re proud to offer a wide selection of Hunter Douglas products, including Duette® Cellular Shades. Our expert team can assist you in choosing the perfect shades to suit your home's unique requirements and personal aesthetic. Request your consultation today, give us a call at (760) 944-9056, or feel free to stop by our showroom to explore the full range of options and transform your window.
We proudly serve Encinitas, CA, and the surrounding areas, including San Diego, Carlsbad, Oceanside, and San Marcos, California.