Enjoy Room Darkening Rest with Duolite® Shades

How did you sleep last night? Restful sleep is essential for health and productivity. Getting enough sleep protects your mood and can help prevent depression. Darkness is crucial for quality sleep, and the right shades from Hunter Douglas can help make your room significantly darker.

At Alexander Blank Fabrics & Design, we are proud to protect your rest with a variety of functional and fashionable window treatment solutions from Hunter Douglas, including shades featuring LightLock™ and Duolite® systems.

The Perks of Blackout Shades with Side Channels

Room darkening shades are a force to be reckoned with. Whether you want to keep natural light out for an afternoon nap or avoid the glare from street lamps and headlights at night, then picking the right choice of window treatment can make all of the difference. One system that can block incoming light is the LightLock™ blackout system that takes the darkening power of Hunter Douglas Duette® Cellular Shades to the next level. LightLock® features U-shaped side channels that block and absorb 50% more light than standard cellular shades, giving you a more restful sleeping environment.

Why Choose Duolite® Shades?

Duolite® is another optional upgrade that gives your shades more versatility and light control. The system nests an opaque liner behind a sheer front shade, each operating independently. You can lower both for enhanced room darkening at night or lift the opaque liner during the day to enjoy natural light and privacy.

Shades with Duolite® Compatibility

• Duette® Cellular Shades: Enjoy unmatched insulation at the window and exceptional texture and visual interest with cellular shades.
• Designer Roller Shades: If you prefer sleek designs and minimalist décor, roller shades, with their slim profile and smooth operation, are ideal for your bedroom.
• Alustra® Woven Textures® Roller Shades: These roller shades have the same style as Designer Roller Shades but feature natural and refined woven fabrics from the exclusive Alustra® Collection.
• Vignette® Roman Shades: A modern take on a classic shade, Vignette® Roman Shades are available in full or flat folds and have uncluttered operation without visible rear cords.

Practice Good Sleep Hygiene

Your window treatments aren’t the only way to protect your rest. Sleep hygiene is a set of behaviors you complete every night around the same time to prepare your body for sleep. Not all of these tips will work for everyone, but they give you a solid idea of where to start:

• Go to sleep and wake up at the same time every day, including weekends. Keeping a sleep and wake schedule helps your circadian rhythm stay on track. Use PowerView® Automation to set schedules for your shades to lift at sunrise so you can awaken naturally instead of with a loud alarm.
  
• Wind down about an hour before bedtime. Adults need seven to nine hours of sleep a night. If you wake up at 6 a.m. for work, you should go to bed between 10 and 11 o’clock. This is when you should get into bed, not get ready for bed. Use the hour before bed for calming activities like reading or warm baths. Avoid looking at phones and TVs during this time because their blue light activates your brain and keeps you away from those Zs.
  
• Create an oasis for sleeping by keeping your room dark and quiet. Fun fact: Duette® Cellular Shades absorb street noise to make your room quieter. A cool temperature promotes sleep, so set your thermostat no higher than 68 degrees Fahrenheit.
  
• Avoid eating, drinking, and strenuous exercise within two or three hours of bedtime. Eating too close to bedtime can cause uncomfortable reflux, while exercising releases stimulation hormones, making it challenging to fall asleep.
  
• Avoid long naps during the day. Trust us; we know how tempting it can be to take a nap on a lazy Saturday afternoon, but this can severely interrupt your natural sleep cycle.
  
• Custom room darkening shades are an excellent choice, but you should invest in high-quality sheets, a supportive mattress, and luxuriously comfortable pillows. You spend ⅓ of your day in bed; make it count. Did you know that Alexander Blank Fabrics & Design can create custom bedding just for you? Turn your bedroom into a five-star restreat with custom pillows, slipcovers, and more!

Enjoy Restful Sleep with Alexander Blank and Room Darkening Shades

Invest in your health by getting great sleep with blackout shades from Hunter Douglas. Our experienced team at Alexander Blank Fabrics & Design can help you choose the ideal style and color shades for your bedroom. We are the area’s leading Hunter Douglas dealer, offering motorized window treatments, including PowerView® Automation and SoftTouch® Motorization. You can also rely on us for interior design consultations, fabric, furniture, and more.

Visit our showroom at 2151 York Rd Ste A in Lutherville, Maryland, or request a complimentary consultation online. Alexander Blank Fabrics & Design proudly serves Lutherville-Timonium and the greater Baltimore Metro area.