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PRODUCT FEATURES &BENEFITS 2012 Creating Demand For Our Products...2 Meeting Needs With The Right Products...3 Energy Efficiency Charts...4 Operating Systems...10 Applause honeycomb shades...11 Brilliance pleated shades...12 Cadence Soft Vertical Blinds...13 Chalet Woods wood blinds...14 Country Woods Exposé wood cornices...15 Country Woods wood blinds...16 Crosswinds Wood Vertical Blinds...17 Designer Roller Shades....18 Designer Screen Shades....19 Design Studio Roman Shades....20 Duette Architella honeycomb shades...21 Duette honeycomb shades...22 EverWood Collection alternative wood blinds...24 Heritance hardwood shutters....25 Luminette Privacy Sheers...26 Luminette Modern Draperies....28 Modern Precious Metals aluminum blinds...29 Motorization....30 Nantucket window shadings...32 NewStyle hybrid shutters....33 Palm Beach polysatin shutters...34 Pirouette window shadings...................... 35 Provenance Woven Wood Shades...37 Silhouette window shadings...38 Skyline Gliding Window Panels...40 Somner Custom Vertical Blinds...41 Vertical Solutions Select Vertical Blinds...42 Vignette Modern Roman Shades...43 The Alustra Collection Inspired by Design... 45 Alustra Silhouette window shadings...46 Alustra Luminette Privacy Sheers...47 Alustra Duette honeycomb shades....48 Alustra Vignette Modern Roman Shades...49 Alustra Woven Textures roller shades....50 Alustra Woven Textures Roman Shades...51 Alustra Screen Shades...52 General Information Product Maintenance & Dealer Website... 53
Creating Demand For Our Products Meeting Needs With The Right Products Use this handy guide to tell consumers about the top selling points of every Hunter Douglas product. Enhanced child safety Energy efficiency Hunter Douglas Lifetime Guarantee Many of our products are GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certified. AMERICAN DESIGN & CRAFTSMANSHIP The following six pages contain Energy Efficiency Charts with star ratings that can help you recommend the right energy-efficient Hunter Douglas products to your customers. To use the charts, review the star ratings for the attributes in which your customer is most interested. Be sure the customer understands that the ratings are intended to compare product performance within the Hunter Douglas product line. For more detailed information on the Energy Efficiency Charts, including additional star ratings for daylighting, ultraviolet protection and sound absorption, please refer to the Hunter Douglas Reference Guide. Star ratings also apply to corresponding products in The Alustra Collection. Here s how energy-efficient Hunter Douglas products can help your customers save energy and money with insulation and solar heat control. Solar Heat Control WINTER Hunter Douglas brand products are designed and custom-assembled in the United States to SUMMER ensure that consumers have the superb quality, outstanding service and enduring style they expect and deserve for their homes.* Insulating window treatments slow heat transfer into Energy-efficient window coverings reduce the amount and out of the home, reducing the energy needed to of solar energy that enters the home to become heat. * Some Hunter Douglas Contract products are assembled warm the home in winter and cool it in summer. Cooling energy and utility costs are reduced. 2 outside the United States. 3
Energy Efficiency Charts Energy Efficiency Charts Duette Honeycomb Shades Duette Architella 1¼" Opaque Honeycomb Shades* Duette Architella 3 /8" and 3 /4" Opaque Honeycomb Shades Duette Honeycomb Shades continued Duette 3 /8" Semi-Opaque Honeycomb Shades Duette Semi-Sheer Honeycomb Shades Duette Architella 1¼" Semi-Opaque Honeycomb Shades* Duette Architella 3 /8" Semi-Opaque Honeycomb Shades Duette Sheer Honeycomb Shades* Duette Architella ¾" Semi-Opaque Honeycomb Shades Duette 1¼" Opaque Honeycomb Shades Applause Honeycomb Shades Duette Triple Honeycomb Shades Duette ¾" Opaque Honeycomb Shades Applause Triple Honeycomb Shades Applause ¾" Blackout Honeycomb Shades Duette 3 /8" Opaque Honeycomb Shades Duette Double Honeycomb Shades Applause 3 /8" Blackout Honeycomb Shades Applause Double Honeycomb Shades Duette 1¼" Semi-Opaque Honeycomb Shades Duette ¾" Semi-Opaque Honeycomb Shades Applause 3 /8" and 3 /4" Semi-Opaque Honeycomb Shades Applause Sheer Honeycomb Shades Applause star adjustments: * Star ratings also apply to corresponding products in The Alustra Collection. * Star ratings also apply to corresponding products in The Alustra Collection. 4 5
Energy Efficiency Charts Energy Efficiency Charts Luminette Privacy Sheers and Modern Draperies Luminette Privacy Sheers Translucent Vanes* Luminette Privacy Sheers Room-Darkening Vanes* Vignette Modern Roman Shades Vignette Architella Modern Roman Shades Vignette Modern Roman Shades Translucent and Semi-Sheer Fabrics* Luminette Modern Draperies Vignette Modern Roman Shades EveScape Room-Darkening Fabrics* * Star ratings also apply to corresponding products in The Alustra Collection. Luminette star adjustments: Subtract 1 star from for unlined Modern Draperies with dark fabric colors. Pirouette Window Shadings Pirouette Window Shadings Semi-Opaque Vanes Pirouette Window Shadings Room-Darkening Vanes Alustra Woven Textures and Screen Shades Alustra Woven Textures Shades No Liner Alustra Screen Shades Alustra Woven Textures Shades with Liner Silhouette Window Shadings and Nantucket Window Shadings Silhouette & Nantucket Window Shadings Translucent Vanes* Silhouette & Nantucket Window Shadings Sunscreen Privacy Shadings Silhouette & Nantucket Window Shadings Light-Dimming Vanes* * Star ratings also apply to corresponding products in The Alustra Collection. Brilliance Pleated Shades Brilliance Pleated Shades Designer Screen Shades Designer Screen Shades Designer Roller Shades Designer Roller Shades Pleated, roller and screen shade star adjustments: Subtract 1 star from for dark fabric colors. 6 7
Energy Efficiency Charts Energy Efficiency Charts Design Studio Roman Shades Design Studio Roman Shades with Light-Filtering Lining Design Studio Roman Shades with Room-Darkening Lining Custom Shutter Collection Heritance Hardwood Shutters NewStyle Hybrid Shutters Design Studio Roman Shades Sheer Fabrics Palm Beach Polysatin Shutters Shutters star adjustments: Subtract 1½ stars from for dark colors. Horizontal Blinds Provenance Woven Wood Shades Provenance Woven Wood Shades No Liner Provenance note: Room-darkening and light-filtering liners are available. Provenance Woven Wood Shades with Liner Country Woods Wood Blinds EverWood Collection Alternative Wood Blinds Chalet Woods Wood Blinds First Edition Alternative Wood Blinds Skyline Gliding Window Panels Skyline Gliding Window Panels Skyline star adjustment: Subtract 1 star from for dark fabric colors. Modern Precious Metals Aluminum Blinds Vertical Blinds Vertical Blinds Fabric Vanes Horizontal blinds star adjustments: Subtract 1 star from for dark colors. Vertical Blinds PVC or Aluminum Vanes 8 Vertical blinds star adjustment: Subtract 1 star from for dark colors. 9
Operating Systems Applause honeycomb shades Below are some of our most popular operating systems. Combination Wand/Cord Single control to traverse the fabric and rotate the vanes. Cordlock Original lifting system with quiet and reliable operation. EasyRise Continuous cord loop and clutch system to easily raise or lower large shades. LiteRise Virtually eliminates cords and enables blinds to raise or lower with the touch of a finger. UltraGlide Retractable pull-cord system that keeps the cord at a constant length, whether the shade is raised or lowered. Motorization Wireless control system operated with a hand-held remote or wireless wall switch. From Hunter Douglas, makers of Duette, the original honeycomb shade. Honeycomb construction Single, double or triple honeycomb construction provides excellent insulation. Patented TruePleat construction Keeps every shade crisp and consistent from front to back and top to bottom. Streamlined selection Four unique fabrics and over 45 colors combine to offer numerous options. Fabric opacities Range from sheer to blackout to maximize privacy and light control. Motorization Patented PowerRise 2.0 with Platinum Technology. Control shades with a sleek, hand-held remote or wireless wall switch. 10 11
Brilliance pleated shades Cadence Soft Vertical Blinds Fabric options Available in a variety of opacity levels, textures and colors. Privacy/View shades Combine sheer and opaque fabrics in one shade for stylish light control. Top-Down/Bottom-Up shades Let in light from the top while maintaining privacy at eye-level. Two-On-One Headrail shades Easily cover large window openings. Minimal headrail profile Great for installing in shallow window depths. Motif fabric and Impressions vinyl louvers Patented, proprietary curved profile for a draped fabric appearance. Paramount Contoured Headrail Elegant design reducing light gaps and providing a symmetrical fit. DualFold double-tiered valance Features molded corners and curved edges. Included with every blind. SoftChoice Top Treatments Three top treatment styles, custom-made, using any fabrics found in the Cadence Fabric by the Yard program. Fabric by the Yard program For perfectly matched customized accessories. 12 13
Chalet Woods wood blinds Country Woods Exposé wood cornices Two slat sizes Available in both the traditional 2" and the wider 2 ½" slat sizes in all Chalet Woods colors. EPIC operating system Ensures the smoothest and most efficient blind operation in the industry. de-light routless design feature Eliminates cord holes to block out unwanted light for maximum privacy and light control. LiteRise cordless lifting system For enhanced child safety. Upgrade option available for both 2" and 2 ½" slat blinds. Two valance choices A 3" tall standard valance or optional 3 ¼" Chancellor valance at no additional cost. Hand-assembled and hand-finished For the finest quality by genuine craftsmen in the USA. Perfect topper Looks perfect over any Hunter Douglas window fashion or drapery treatment. Six profile styles In heights ranging from 6" 12" tall. Coordination Available in the Country Woods wood blind colors or offered as unfinished cornices that can be painted or stained to any desired finish. Customization With a choice of design options such as keystones, carved wood appliqués and a decorative plate groove. 14 15
Country Woods wood blinds Crosswinds Wood Vertical Blinds TopShield II Finish Provides the ultimate protection against everyday wear including fading, moisture, surface scratches and chemicals. EPIC operating system Ensures the smoothest and most efficient blind operation in the industry. Endless decorating options The largest collection of slat sizes, colors, decorative tapes, valance styles and keystones. LiteRise cordless lifting system Offers enhanced child and pet safety. Specialty shapes To cover the widest range of uniquely shaped windows. Motorization PowerTilt with Platinum Technology, a battery-powered remote control tilt system. 100% basswood vanes Made with fingerjointed construction and a multiple-step wood grain finishing process. Crestover wood valance Standard with every order. PermAlign Headrail Guaranteed to keep vertical blinds in perfect alignment. TopShield Finish Applied to every vane and valance for the ultimate protection. Complements program To coordinate with Country Woods wood horizontal blinds. 16 17
Designer Roller Shades Designer Screen Shades Largest fabric collection Combines simplicity with texture in fabrics from sheer to opaque. Dual Roller Shade option Two shades operate independently in one large cassette for the ultimate in privacy and light control. Harmony Program Choose from over 400 colors of fabrics in multiple product styles Skyline Gliding Window Panels, Designer Roller Shades or Designer Screen Shades. Decorative options Customize your shade with our vast array of top and bottom treatments. Cordless operation Perfect for homes with small children and pets. Motorization Patented PowerRise 2.0 with Platinum Technology. Control shades with a sleek, hand-held remote or wireless wall switch. Largest fabric collection Openness factors range from 0 14%. Ultraviolet (UV) protection Protect furnishings against UV damage while maintaining view-through. Options From the versatility of the Harmony Program and Choices program to the broad range of top and bottom treatments. Patio Shades Create drama or add a layer of light control to any covered outdoor space. Easily cover large openings Clutch shades up to 16' wide. Widths up to 20' with coupled hard-wired motorization (up to five panels). Motorization Patented PowerRise 2.0 with Platinum Technology. Control shades with a sleek, hand-held remote or wireless wall switch. 18 19
Design Studio Roman Shades Duette Architella honeycomb shades 320 exquisite fabrics Sophisticated designs, textures, stripes, solids and sheers in blends of cottons, linens, silks and synthetics. Four distinctive shade styles Batten Front, Batten Back, Hobble and Flat. Easy-to-use lifting systems EasyRise continuous cord loop system and unique straight-pull Cordlock system. Six valance styles Valances enhance Design Studio Roman Shades, complement other Hunter Douglas products or can be used as a stand-alone option. Decorative tapes and trims A beautiful selection to personalize Design Studio Roman Shades or valances. Superior craftsmanship and quality Shades are crafted in our state-of-the-art facility using the most advanced equipment and consistent manufacturing processes. Exclusive to Hunter Douglas, makers of Duette, the original honeycomb shade. Energy wise Patented honeycomb-within-ahoneycomb construction provides superior energy savings in both warm and cold climates. Smart design Color and texture are preserved in bright sunlight and on opaque fabrics. TruePleat construction keeps every shade crisp and consistent from front to back and top to bottom. Eco-friendly All Architella fabrics reduce energy consumption and are GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certified. Abundant selection Six distinctive fabric styles provide a lifetime of beauty and energy efficiency. 20 21
Duette honeycomb shades Duette honeycomb shades cont d From Hunter Douglas, makers of the original honeycomb shade. Energy efficient honeycomb construction Patented Duette Architella, and single, double or triple honeycomb construction. Abundant selection Ten distinctive fabric styles, with a total of over 129 colors and 10 innovative lifting systems. Exclusive 1 ¼" pleat size Offers the most dramatic honeycomb look. Light control Four opacities for the widest range of privacy and light control options. Patented TruePleat construction Keeps every shade crisp and consistent from front to back and top to bottom. Compact stack Minimal stack of shade when fully raised allows for uninterrupted views. Easy-care fabrics All fabrics are anti-static, dust- and soil-resistant to maintain their beauty for years to come. Fabric-covered valance Offers superior color coordination and a uniform appearance on multiple systems. Patented UltraGlide system Provides effortless and enhanced child-safe operation; just click and walk away. LiteRise cordless lifting system Offers enhanced child and pet safety. Vertiglide system Cordless side-to-side operation provides easy indoor and outdoor access plus enhanced child safety. Motorization Patented PowerRise 2.0 with Platinum Technology. Control shades with a sleek, hand-held remote or wireless wall switch. Specialty shapes Cover virtually any window including arches, quarter circles, circles, angles, trapezoids, hexagons and octagons. See page 48 for details about Alustra Duette honeycomb shades. 22 23
EverWood Collection alternative wood blinds Heritance hardwood shutters Colorfast formulation Color resists fading and discoloration from prolonged sun exposure. Heat resistant Slats designed to withstand high heat environments without bowing or losing shape. Wide tape spacing The widest in the industry; requires the fewest tapes for a cleaner view. TruGrain finishes Vibrant, rich, realistic grain patterns with no pattern repeats. Performance Plus Protection The only faux wood products under warranty against fading, yellowing, warping or bowing for your peace of mind. Motorization PowerTilt with Platinum Technology, a battery-powered remote control tilt system. Warm, rich, 100% natural premium wood. Truemill dovetail construction For superior craftsmanship, durability and long-term performance. Innovative Integra finish To bring out the natural beauty of the wood and provide long-lasting protection. Color selection An incredible array of 100 colors that never go out of style and any custom color you can envision. Specialty shapes A diverse range of specialty shapes to meet all design needs. 24 25
Luminette Privacy Sheers Luminette Privacy Sheers cont d Exclusive to Hunter Douglas. Large expanses The perfect solution for sliding glass doors or large expanses with widths up to 192" and heights up to 120". Versatility Soft face fabric is permanently bonded to fabric vanes, offering full view-through and discreet privacy. Precise light control Translucent and roomdarkening vanes rotate to provide 180 of light control. Ultraviolet (UV) protection Protect furnishings from UV damage while maintaining view-through. Daylighting Sheer face fabrics diffuse sunlight into the room, reducing the need for interior lighting. Hardware options SofTrak system offers sleek, concealed design; Manhattan Decorative Hardware features smooth or fluted rail styles and choice of finials. Motorization Patented PowerGlide 2.0 with Platinum Technology for traversing sheers and rotating vanes. Child safety Patented Combination Wand/Cord and Traveling Wand systems eliminate dangling cords and provide reliable operation. Selection An array of fashion-forward fabrics and colors in two vane sizes Classic 3 ½" and Quintette 4 ¾". Color coordination Two unique programs, Counterparts Refined and Counterparts The Whole House Solution, offer color coordination with other innovative Hunter Douglas products. Accents by the Yard cut yardage Available in all face fabrics and colors. See page 47 for details about Alustra Luminette Privacy Sheers. 26 27
Luminette Modern Draperies Modern Precious Metals aluminum blinds Exclusive to Hunter Douglas. Exclusive offering Timeless woven fabrics are available in either the Traditional or Ribbon Panel drapery styles. Design options Available in Full Panel (drapery fabric) and Dual Panel (drapery and sheer fabrics) applications in widths up to 192". Quick delivery Typically 10 days compared to weeks for traditional custom draperies. Hardware options SofTrak system offers sleek, concealed design; Manhattan Decorative Hardware features smooth or fluted rail styles and choice of finials. Motorization Patented PowerGlide 2.0 with Platinum Technology for traversing vanes. Kid Proof spring-tempered alloy Ensures slats spring back and retain their shape, even after rough handling. Dust Shield finish Inhibits dust build-up on slats. A green choice Made from 95% recycled aluminum. Extensive color line Over 100 colors to meet your design needs. Reveal with MagnaView When tilted closed, it looks like a traditional blind; tilted open, it reveals twice the view of an ordinary horizontal blind. Motorization PowerTilt with Platinum Technology, a battery-powered remote control tilt system. 28 29
Motorization Motorization cont d Convenience A two-button press on the hand-held remote and battery-powered backlit Platinum wireless wall switch operates individual or multiple coverings. Reliability Hunter Douglas patented battery-powered systems are unmatched. Quiet motors Built with quiet in mind. Shades are meant to be seen, not heard. Control options Choices include a hand-held remote or wireless wall switch. Or for a more automated approach, select a Platinum accessory product. Battery life Exceeds one year, depending on usage. Or choose a plug-in power supply and never have to change a battery. Easy installation No complicated wiring necessary. PowerRise 2.0 with Platinum Technology For opening and closing shades. Features include: Quiet, powerful motor Reliable performance Longer battery life Operates individual or groups of coverings Home automation integration available PowerGlide 2.0 with Platinum Technology For traversing sheers and rotating vanes. Features include: Quiet, robust motor system Detachable motor for easy installation and service Operates individual or groups of coverings Home automation integration available PowerTilt with Platinum Technology For tilting slats open and closed. Features include: Precise slat tilting Operates individual or groups of coverings Home automation integration available 30 31
Nantucket window shadings NewStyle hybrid shutters A collection of Silhouette window shadings. Transformation Fabric vanes and sheer facings transform harsh daylight into a soft warm glow, with no cords or tapes to distract from the elegant appearance. Ultraviolet protection Shadings block up to 88% of harmful ultraviolet rays with vanes open and 99% with vanes closed. Precise light control 3" vanes tilt to provide the exact amount of desired light, reducing the need for electrical light. Proprietary lifting systems Unique lifting systems feature convenience and enhanced child safety. Motorization Patented PowerRise 2.0 with Platinum Technology. Control shadings with a sleek, hand-held remote or wireless wall switch. Innovative hybrid material Combines the look of real wood with the strength, stability and straightness of modern day materials. Durability Truemill dovetail joints for lasting durability and Crosslink construction to resist warping and bowing. UltraGrain finish Authentically replicates the look of real stained wood. Finetech finish For a micro-smooth satin finish that protects shutters from common spills and makes clean-up easy. Specialty shapes A wide variety of specialty shapes, both framed and unframed, for stand-alone or continuous applications. 32 33
Palm Beach polysatin shutters Pirouette window shadings Ultraviolet resistant polysatin compound Stands up to the toughest conditions even under intense sunlight and exposure to water. DuraLux Finish Makes Palm Beach shutters virtually indistinguishable from a beautifully painted shutter. Aluminum reinforced components For exceptional stability to the shutter panels. Duralink cufflink connectors Securely attach the louvers to the tilt bar for ultimate durability. Neutral shades Follow the latest trends and coordinate with the Hunter Douglas Custom Shutter Collection. Specialty shapes Framed and unframed options. Performance The exclusive Palm Beach Promise guarantees your shutters will never warp, crack, fade, chip, peel or discolor. Exclusive to Hunter Douglas. Invisi-Lift system Enables the soft horizontal fabric vanes to seemingly float on a single sheer backing. Light control Vanes can be flattened or contoured for complete privacy, or fully opened to provide a clear view to the outside. Ultraviolet protection Shadings block up to 86% of harmful ultraviolet rays with vanes open and 99% with vanes closed. Selection Three fabrics in semi-opaque or roomdarkening opacities, two vane sizes and numerous colors. Specialty shapes Perfect, imperfect and extended shapes are all available in arches or angles; various sizes to fit many applications. Continued on next page. 34 35
Pirouette window shadings cont d Provenance Woven Wood Shades Unified look Fabric-covered headrail and bottom rail. Two-On-One Headrail Two shadings share a common, continuous headrail and operate independently. Counterparts program Select colors and fabrics combine with Luminette Privacy Sheers. Motorization Patented PowerRise 2.0 with Platinum Technology. Control shadings with a sleek, hand-held remote or wireless wall switch. Five distinctive shade styles Standard Roman, Classic Roman, Hobbled Roman, Roller and Vertical Drapery for a customized look throughout the home. Slim-profile turned headrail For narrow mounting depths and door-mounted shades. Reduces mounting depth by 1". Decorative valances Four styles to choose from to create a shade that s unique for every home. Light control Flat fabric and micropleat liners in light-filtering and room-darkening opacities. Cord shroud Reduces access to the lift cords for enhanced child and pet safety. 36 37
Silhouette window shadings Silhouette window shadings cont d Exclusive to Hunter Douglas. Transform harsh sunlight Signature S-Vane design and double sheer construction combine to softly filter light. Ultraviolet (UV) protection Protect furnishings from UV damage while maintaining view-through. Daylighting Sheers disperse sunlight deep into the room, reducing the need for electric lights. Preserve outside view No cords or tapes to obstruct outside views. Daytime privacy View to the outside is clear, while view from the street is obscured during the day. Solar heat reflection White back sheer reflects solar heat to keep rooms cooler in summer. Child safety Patented UltraGlide operating system provides enhanced child safety. Selection Wide selection of colors, fabrics, opacities and vane sizes are perfect for any décor. Unobstructed view Shadings roll completely into the headrail when raised. Specialty shapes A wide variety of angles, arches, shapes and sizes to fit nearly any window. LiteRise cordless lifting system Offers enhanced child and pet safety. Motorization Patented PowerRise 2.0 with Platinum Technology. Control shadings with a sleek, hand-held remote or wireless wall switch for enhanced child safety. See page 46 for details about Alustra Silhouette window shadings. 38 39
Skyline Gliding Window Panels Somner Custom Vertical Blinds Patented dual-channel, single track headrail Allows for an infinite number of panels while maintaining a sleek 2 ½" profile up to 32' wide. Minimal stackback Unique hanging system maximizes the view-through. Innovative, interlocking bottom weights Add stability and prevent tangling while traversing. Custom-colored hardware Available in nine hues that coordinate with each fabric in the collection. Options From the versatility of the Harmony Program and Choices program to the broad range of top and bottom treatments. Motorization Patented PowerGlide 2.0 with Platinum Technology. Control panels with a sleek, hand-held remote or wireless wall switch. Numerous design options To complement any décor from traditional to contemporary. Product selection Six distinct vinyl types and extensive range of designer fabrics. Paramount Contoured Headrail Elegant design reducing light gaps and providing a symmetrical fit. Standard with every order. Specialty systems The largest selection of innovative tracks that offer unparalleled flexibility in handling curves, slopes and other challenging window shapes. Four valance options Crestover Wood Valance, Dust Cover Valance, Eccenture Custom Valance and SoftChoice Top Treatments. 40 41
Vertical Solutions Select Vertical Blinds Vignette Modern Roman Shades Designer look An offering of competitive fabric, vinyl and S-Curve options. PermaTrak Headrail Engineered polymer carriers ensure quiet, trouble-free performance. Standard with every order. PermAlign Headrail Guaranteed to keep vertical blinds in perfect alignment. Included as an upgrade option. Four valance options Crestover Wood Valance, Dust Cover Valance, Eccenture Custom Valance and SoftChoice Top Treatments. Exclusive to Hunter Douglas. Child safety No exposed cords on the back of any Vignette shade provides enhanced child safety. Traditional and Tailored shades Shades roll up and disappear into the headrail for an unobstructed view. Tiered and Tiered Architella shades Shades stack neatly at the top of the window and feature a smaller headrail for shallow mounting depths. Tiered Architella shades offer enhanced energy efficiency. Traversed with Vertiglide Ideal for expansive windows and doors. Left, right and split stack options. Innovative operating systems Proprietary UltraGlide and LiteRise operating systems offer convenience and enhanced child safety. 42 Continued on next page. 43
Vignette Modern Roman Shades cont d The Alustra Collection Unique fabrics. Distinctive details. Specialty shapes A wide variety of angles, arches, shapes and sizes to fit nearly any window. Opacity Semi-sheer, translucent and EveScape room-darkening options. Motorization Patented PowerRise 2.0 with Platinum Technology and hard-wired motorization. Control shades with a sleek, hand-held remote or wireless wall switch for enhanced child safety. Custom combinations. A signature collection for those who seek out the best in design. Available exclusively from select Hunter Douglas dealers. See page 49 for details about Alustra Vignette Modern Roman Shades. 44 45
Alustra Silhouette window shadings Alustra Luminette Privacy Sheers Exclusive hardware finishes Beautifully complement other design elements and hardware accents in the home by pairing one of our exclusive metallic hardware finishes with Alustra shadings or any fabric from the core line of Silhouette window shadings. Light-transforming sheers Whether you desire a golden glow, a subdued shimmer or warm neutrals, Alustra sheers fuse color with light to create the ambiance you desire for your home. Unique textures The exclusive Brio woven sheer features organic texture with a quiet sophistication, while the Voyant sheer brings an air of understated beauty and inviting comfort to any room. Counterparts Refined program Stunning coordination with Alustra Luminette Privacy Sheers to accommodate both windows and doors. Exclusive hardware finishes Pair any of the exclusive Alustra metallic hardware finishes with any Alustra Luminette or Luminette core line fabric for a truly customized window covering that complements surrounding décor. Exclusive Alustra fabrics Light is transformed as it passes through the distinct colors of the Alustra sheer while textured Voyant sheers offer a more casual style. Counterparts Refined program Stunning coordination with Alustra Silhouette window shadings enables you to cover windows and doors with the same exclusive Alustra fabrics and colors. 46 47
Alustra Duette honeycomb shades Alustra Vignette Modern Roman Shades Efficient beauty Ingenuity and casual style set Architella Brushstrokes with IllumiCell and the textured Architella Voyant fabrics apart while providing enhanced energy efficiency. Exclusive Alustra fabrics The unique design of Architella Sheer Opalessence features Whisper sheer fabric layered over the top of shimmering Opalessence fabric for unsurpassed beauty. Custom combinations Achieve limitless looks by combining Alustra Duette and 1¼" core line Duette fabrics with the exclusive Alustra hardware finishes. Exclusive Traditional 6" contoured fold Creates the look of custom Roman shades with dramatic presence and exquisite fabrics. Exclusive fabric-covered rotator rail Our attention to detail extends all the way to the fabriccovered rotator rail for a refined look from top to bottom with no exposed hardware. Exclusive Alustra fabrics Fabrics range from natural and linen-inspired patterns to inviting and subtle textures. 48 49
Alustra Woven Textures roller shades Alustra Woven Textures Roman Shades Signature fabrics Unique combinations of fibers and textures create incomparable fabrics, offering a light-filtering alternative to solar screens. Chelsea roller system Designed for those who want the simplicity of a roller shade with sophisticated upgraded metal hardware that does not need to be covered by a cassette. In Brushed Nickel, Antique Gold or Bronze Shimmer finishes. PowerRise 2.0 with Platinum Technology Takes control to a whole new level. This patented, batterypowered wireless control system offers the convenience of technology without cords or additional wiring for easy operation with the touch of a button; operates with both radio wave and infrared signals. Batten-back construction Creates a soft, tailored look when lowered and defined folds when raised for enhanced functionality and performance. Headrail options Choose between the Standard metal headrail featuring the UltraGlide and EasyRise lifting systems or the Traditional wooden headrail to meet all your customers design, privacy and light control needs. Independently-operated liner Offers both privacy and light control with Roman shades without sacrificing view. Intriguing fabrics Exquisite textures and innovative Soft Screens are available as Roman shades or Skyline Gliding Window Panels. 50 51
Alustra Screen Shades General Information Function and form The Alustra Collection redefines traditional solar screens by fusing functionality with design sensibility. Five inspired designs Textures, designs and colors that complement traditional and contemporary settings. Synchronized style Available in roller shades and Skyline Gliding Window Panels to beautifully coordinate horizontal and vertical applications. Product Maintenance Designed for easy care. Most Hunter Douglas soft window treatments do not require frequent cleaning. A light dusting or gentle vacuuming on a regular basis will keep them looking new for years. All Hunter Douglas products are made for a lifetime of wear-resistant, trouble-free performance. Many shade fabrics are specially treated to repel dust and dirt. Questions? Contact your Hunter Douglas fabricator or call the Hunter Douglas Customer Information Center at 1-888-501-8364. Dealer website: my.hunterdouglas.com One-click access to: Alliance Administration Center Hunter Douglas Catalog My Brand Builder Online Reference Guide Product Photography Professional Installer Program SM The Learning Center Latest news items Marketing promotions My Training And much more. 52 53