Softshades. Not curtains. Not blinds. Not ordinary.

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1 Softshades Not curtains. Not blinds. Not ordinary. 1

2 Softshades See your world differently with Softshades Escape from the limitations of curtains and blinds and discover the beautiful world of Softshades. Softshades can transform your home into a heavenly haven where you have exceptional control of sun, privacy and heat. What can Softshades do for your home? Softshades create a soft ambiance that makes it easy to relax and unwind. You can adjust the amount of light coming into each room, screen out neighbours, frame a perfect view, protect your furnishings from UV and prevent heat loss during winter. Compared to traditional window treatments, Softshades are a revolutionary step forward their beautiful good looks are matched by superior functionality. Duette Duette Architella Silhouette Luminette Which Softshade is right for you? Each type of Softshade has specific functions, so that you can address your home s individual needs. has excellent insulating properties. Air is trapped within a honeycomb cell, reducing heat loss in the winter to keep you warmer, and reducing heat gain in summer to keep your home cooler. Duette Architella has a unique honeycomb-within-a-honeycomb construction, to provide even greater energy efficiency. Silhouette is a translucent or room darkening horizontal shade with fabric vanes that can be tilted to let through different amounts of light and closed to give complete privacy. Luminette is a translucent or room darkening shade with vertical fabric vanes that can be angled to vary the light from diffused shafts when open to a warm glow when fully closed. 2 3

3 Fabrics Sabelle soft neutrals and blockout fabrics in a range of natural shades. Available in 20mm cell size. Classic or Symphony Duette Excellent insulation properties Wide range of fabric colours and textures Choice of translucent or blockout Special shapes for unusual windows Top-down/bottom-up and day/night options fabrics gently filter light while maintaining privacy and protecting your furnishings from UV fading. The Classic range applies to 10mm cell size; the Symphony range is in 20mm cell size. Both offer a wide choice of colours. Blockout Nightfall or Midnight Blockout fabric has a metallised lining to provide you with complete privacy, room darkening and excellent insulation properties. Nightfall range applies to 10mm cell size; the Midnight range applies to 20mm cell size. Vintage the eco choice Vintage is a unique range of translucent fabrics that uses 40% recycled polyester fibres from post-consumer textiles and plastics. Fabrics in this range feature a linear pattern in natural hues. Available in 20mm cell size. Cell size Exclusive to Luxaflex Gallery stores. Special design options fabrics gently filter light while maintaining privacy and protecting your furnishings from UV fading. They re ideal for dining and living spaces. fabrics can also be used in bedrooms, if you prefer external light to filter into your room. Blockout Blockout fabric has a metallised lining to provide you with complete privacy, room darkening and extra insulation. They re great for cold climates and bedrooms, and the minimal light gaps when fitted makes them perfect for home media rooms. Cell construction Duette shades offer a choice of 10mm or 20mm cell. For a refined, subtle and timeless style, choose the 10mm cell size. For a bold, chic and contemporary look choose the 20mm cell size. Luxaflex honeycomb cell construction provides window insulation that reduces heat transfer. Your home can be warmer in winter and cooler in summer. Duette shades have single-cell construction. The resulting internal air pocket has a double-glazing effect, reducing heat transfer. Sheer minimal shading The most translucent in the collection, Sheer fabrics filter sunlight while still allowing you to retain your view. They can be combined with a blockout fabric to create a Day/Night shade. Available in 20mm cell size. Exclusive to Luxaflex Gallery stores. Batiste naturally textured A range of translucent fabrics that have variations in the weave for a natural, textured look. Available in 20mm cell size. Top-Down/Bottom-Up Provides natural light and privacy at the same time by adjusting both the top and bottom rails of the shade, to give total light and privacy control. Day/Night Get two shades in one simply move the centre rail to expose either the sheer or the opaque fabric, according to your privacy and light requirements. Day-time views, night-time privacy. Available in 20mm cell size. Shapes The perfect solution for shaped windows. Available in 10mm cell size. Skylight Ideal for skylights, sloping windows or any hard-to-reach windows. Available in 10mm cell size. To learn more about Duette operating systems refer to page

4 Fabrics Panache subtle swirls Duette Architella Three distinct air pockets for superior insulation, blockout or IllumaCell Classic and contemporary colours and textures Special shapes for unusual windows Top-down/bottom-up and day/night design options Panache fabrics have a subtle, swirling look with a soft texture and smooth finish. The colour palette is predominately neutral and earthen tones. Available in translucent and blockout. Elan linen that shimmers Linen-textured with a refined shimmer, Elan fabrics are available in a modern colour palette that includes bold colours and warm hues. Available in translucent and blockout. Aurora filtered with IllumaCell Available in a subtle earthen-toned colour palette, Aurora fabrics feature IllumaCell, a revolutionary clear inner cell that allows more light to illuminate the texture and lustre of the fabric. Available in translucent. Special design options fabrics gently filter light while maintaining privacy and protecting your furnishings from UV fading. Ideal for dining and living spaces, they can also be used in bedrooms if you prefer external light to filter into your room. Blockout Blockout fabrics have a metallised lining to provide you with complete privacy, room darkening and extra insulation. Cell construction & size IllumaCell translucent Aurora fabrics feature IllumaCell, a clear inner cell that allows light to filter through and illuminate the shade from top to bottom. Duette Architella shades have a patented honeycomb-within-ahoneycomb construction, for a higher level of energy efficiency. Three distinct air pockets reduce heat transfer, helping to keep your home warmer in winter and cooler in summer. Duette Architella shades are available in the 20mm cell size, which gives your windows a bold, contemporary look and feel. Top-Down/Bottom-Up Provides natural light and privacy at the same time by adjusting both the top and bottom rails of the shade, to give total light and privacy control. Day/Night Get two shades in one simply move the centre rail to expose either the sheer or the opaque fabric, according to your privacy and light requirements. Day-time views, night-time privacy. Available in 20mm cell size. To learn more about Duette Architella operating systems refer to page

5 Fabrics Silhouette 99% UV protection for your furnishings when closed Filters sunlight and reflects solar heat Angles sunlight deep into the room Choice of translucent, sunscreen or room darkening Available in 50mm, 65mm and 75mm vane size Secure daytime privacy Silhouette features two layers of sheer fabric, separated by a series of floating, soft fabric vanes. The vanes allow a gentle glow of light into your home when closed and almost disappear when open to gently diffuse light, combining privacy with a softly filtered view. Originale translucent Available in a choice of neutral colours. Originale fabrics softly diffuse sunlight to make rooms comfortable and inviting. Available in 50mm or 75mm vane size. Bon Soir room darkening Ideal for north-facing rooms, room-darkening Bon Soir fabric takes the harsh edge off bright sunlight. Available in 50mm or 75mm vane size. Sunscreen translucent An innovative colour-matched screen sheer fabric backing lets you control both sunlight and privacy. Available in 75mm vane size. Brilliance translucent fabrics gently filter light to provide a warm glow while preserving the outside view and protecting your furnishings from UV fading. Vane size Silhouette shades offer a vane size choice of 50mm, 65mm or 75mm. The 50mm size provides a classic, understated look. Available in a range of nature-inspired shades. Brilliance fabrics let you enjoy the subtle softness of filtered light. Available in 65mm vane size. Mystique room darkening Available in a range of neutral hues. Mystique fabrics have a subtle texture. Available in 65mm vane size. Room darkening 50mm vane To learn more about Silhouette operating systems refer to page 12. Room darkening fabrics provide complete privacy yet allow some light to filter into the room. 65mm vane The 65mm and 75mm sizes make a bolder statement and add drama to any window. 75mm vane 8 9

6 Fabrics Originale modern and crisp Originale fabrics softly diffuse sunlight to make rooms comfortable and inviting. Available in translucent. Luminette Vanes rotate for privacy and light control Spans large doors and windows Choice of translucent or room darkening No loose cords for enhanced child safety Available in 89mm or 120mm vane size Angelica classical simplicity Freshen your room with the purest of whites or a subtle neutral tone. Available in translucent and room darkening. Stria vertical lines A vertical linear pattern gives Stria fabrics an element of texture and depth. Available in translucent and room darkening. Luxe rich earthen tones A captivating collection of earthy tones with an underlying hint of toffee. Available in translucent. Sheer Linen tasteful texture Add interest to your room with linen texture and a rich neutral colour palette. Available in translucent and room darkening. fabrics gently filter light to provide a warm glow while preserving the outside view and protecting your furnishings from UV fading. Vane size Luminette shades offer a vane size choice of 89mm or 120mm. The 89mm size adds a subtle, understated design element to your home. Linea subtly vertical An elegantly subtle vertical texture with a natural colour palette. Available in translucent and room darkening. Terrace sleek and modern A range of urban beige tones to enhance your sleek, contemporary décor. Available in translucent and room darkening. Portico simple sophistication Room darkening Room darkening fabrics provide complete privacy yet allow some light to filter into the room so you aren t in complete darkness. 89mm vane The 120mm size is a bolder, more dramatic room enhancement. A cream or neutral colour with a sophisticated woven texture adds visual drama to your room. Available in translucent and room darkening. To learn more about Luminette operating systems refer to page mm vane 10 11

7 Operating systems summary and Architella Your consultant will be able to advise the most suitable operating system for your shade s dimensions and applications. Operating Systems Architella Elan Panache Architella Aurora Cell size 20mm 20mm Blockout Standard Cordlock EasyRise LiteRise UltraGlide PowerRise mm Speciality Shapes Skylight Vintage* Sheer* Batiste 20mm PowerRise Platinum Wireless technology lets you operate your Luxaflex Softshades with a single touch of a button. Includes both infrared (line of sight) and radio frequency (point anywhere) technology. Quiet operation, with the ability to programme your shades to stop in a pre-set position. The Platinum remote control gives you the ability to operate multiple shades at the same time. PowerRise is an ideal solution for hard-to-reach windows. Duette and Silhouette shades can be powered by a battery wand with standard AA alkaline batteries or with a DC power supply, which simply plugs into a standard electricity outlet. Luminette shades are only available with the DC power supply option. All operational hardware is colour-coordinated to complement your Luxaflex Softshades. Operating systems summary Luminette Wand/Cord The combined Wand/Cord traverses the fabrics through a cord operation. Twist the wand to rotate the vanes. The Wand/Cord always stays in the same position, unlike the travelling wand. Ultraglide Allows you to operate your shades using a single retractable cord. LiteRise Simply raise or lower the blind with your hand on the bottom rail, for the ultimate in child safety. Standard Cord Lock A traditional look for shades. Cords are neatly secured by cleats for child safety. EasyRise Continuous cord loop operation for easy lifting, even with large shades. Travelling Wand Cordless system for an uncluttered appearance and enhanced child safety. Simply push or pull the wand to traverse the shade, and twist to rotate the vanes. Symphony 20mm Midnight 20mm Blockout Sabelle * Luxaflex Gallery exclusive 20mm 20mm Blockout Classic 10mm Nightfall 10mm Blockout Operating systems summary Silhouette Originale Bon Soir Sunscreen Privacy Shades Vane size 50mm 75mm 50mm 75mm Transparency EasyRise UltraGlide PowerRise Room darkening mm 3 3 Brilliance 65mm 3 Mystique 65mm Room darkening

8 Insulation Cleaning & Maintenance Warmer in winter, cooler in summer While the glass area of your home may account for about 10% of the external area, it is responsible for up to 30% of unwanted heat loss in winter and heat gain in summer. Effective window insulation can dramatically improve comfort and reduce energy costs. All Luxaflex Softshades offer some degree of window insulation, however and Duette Architella provide the most energy efficiency. The ultimate insulation solution is a fully recessed, revealmounted Duette Architella shade. It will reduce heat transfer through a single-glazed window by 83%** and has the potential to reduce home heating costs by up to 43%^. Comparing and Architella with plain glass The chart below shows R-values for different fabrics and cell types. R-value is the measurement system used to rate efficiency of insulation. Architella Shades R-Values. A product s R-value is a measurement of its ability to resist heat flow. In a home during winter, R-values indicate the ability of walls, roofs and windows to keep the heat inside. The higher its R-value, the more insulation a product provides. A fully recessed, reveal-mounted Architella Shade can increase the R-value of a 3mm single glazed window from 0.13 to 0.78, reducing the heat transfer through that window by 83%. Independent modelling has shown that this in turn can reduce an average home s heating costs by up to 43%^. ** The R-values are the combined measurement of 3mm (one-eighth inch) CI glass (R=0.127) plus the window covering and are reported in metric SI units. Thermal properties are determined by a certified third party laboratory utilising accepted ASTM, NFRC and WES standards and procedures. Measurements may vary based on window type and method of installation. ^ Savings are based on the installation of fully recessed, reveal-mounted Architella Opaque Shades in an average home in Sydney, compared with the House Energy Rating standard of Holland Blinds from AccuRate, in that home. These calculations have been modelled by an independent third party. Savings will vary based on the window type and installation. # Based on information from NABERS (National Australian Built Environment Rating System). Visit for more information. Fabric selection colours are represented as close as the printing process allows. Copyright 2012 Hunter Douglas Limited [ABN ]. Registered Trade Marks of Hunter Douglas Limited darc.indd 06/2011 R-value for Duette and Duette Architella R-value Architella 20mm Blockout Architella 20mm 20mm Midnight Sabelle 20mm Blockout 10mm Nightfall 20mm Symphony 20mm Batiste 10mm Classic 20mm Vintage Sabelle 20mm Trans 20mm Sheer 3mm CI glass and Duette Architella Duette and Duette Architella Softshades are made of an anti-static, dust-resistant fabric that repels dirt and dust. For most Duette and Duette Architella fabrics the following options are available should the shade require cleaning. Dusting: Regular light dusting with a feather duster or soft cloth maintains a like-new appearance. Vacuuming: For deeper cleaning, vacuum gently with a brush attachment. Do not vacuum Architella Elan fabrics. Spot Cleaning: Prepare a solution of warm water and a mild detergent. Dampen a clean white cloth in the solution and wring it out. Dab the spot with the dampened cloth until it is gone. Blot gently to avoid creasing or damaging the fabric. Do not rub the fabric. Allow the shade to dry in the completely lowered position. Do not spot-clean Batiste or Aurora fabrics. Ultrasonic Cleaning: Professional ultrasonic cleaning services are an effective means of cleaning translucent Duette and Duette Architella fabrics only. Blockout Duette and Duette Architella fabrics cannot be ultrasonically cleaned. Silhouette Silhouette Shades are made of 100% polyester, which means they are inherently durable and resilient. However, care must be taken to avoid wrinkling the fabric, particularly where the vanes meet the facings. For most Silhouette fabrics the following options are available should the shade require cleaning. Dusting: Regular light dusting with a feather duster is all that is required to keep your shades looking beautiful. Vacuum: Use a low suction, hand-held vacuum for more thorough dust removal. Ultrasonic Cleaning: Silhouette Shades can be ultrasonically cleaned by a professional, with the exception of Bon Soir and Mystique fabrics (room darkening fabrics). Room darkening fabrics cannot be ultrasonically cleaned. Luminette The Luminette sheer, valance and vane fabric are 100% polyester. They are resilient, anti-static and dust resistant. Periodic cleaning is recommended to help keep Luminette looking like new. For all cleaning applications, the shade should remain hanging to minimise handling. Use a feather duster for regular light dusting. For more thorough dust removal, a hand-held vacuum with low suction may be used. When vacuuming avoid pulling or stretching the fabric. Do not use a vacuum cleaner with brush attachment or rigorous vacuuming as either could distort the fabric. Professional Cleaning Service: For optimum results you may choose to have your shades cleaned by a professional cleaning service; please contact your Luxaflex dealer for your nearest provider. Note: When cleaning windows, spray glass cleaner on a cloth rather than spraying directly on the window. This will prevent damage to the fabrics by splattering cleaner

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