Horizontal Window Shades & Blinds Make Your Room Feel Larger

Making a room feel larger without removing walls or raising the roof is easier than you may think. Light is an often under-utilized feature in any interior, and your window treatments are focal points that let in light, so you can use them to change your perception of the size of a room.

Today, the Alexander Blank Fabrics & Design team shares our favorite horizontal blinds and shades to make rooms feel more spacious with ways to control and manage light.

The Power of Horizontal Lines

Horizontal lines are also a popular choice in interior design because they draw your eyes outward, which visually widens an area. They also ground a space, offering visual stability that lets you perceive a room as more expansive.

Paint and wallpaper are often the first choice for people who want to add horizontal lines, but custom window treatments are a faster, easier way to enjoy the effect.

Our Favorite Horizontal Window Shades

Fabric shades are a fantastic way to add texture and soften a room. Styles with prominent horizontal lines create the illusion of extra space. We recommend one of these shade styles to add horizontal lines to your home.

Sheer Shades

The adjustable fabric vanes of Silhouette® Sheer Shades and Pirouette® Sheer Shades make your windows look wider while diffusing sunlight throughout the room. Pirouette® Sheer Shades feature a single sheer backing that looks outstanding in contemporary and minimalist décor, while Silhouette® Sheer Shades have dual sheer panels that offer more privacy and light control.

Designer Banded Shades

Designer Banded Shades are another option with phenomenal horizontal lines. They feature alternating bands of sheer and opaque fabric that align for simultaneous privacy and natural light or offset for light-dimming or light-filtering control. A fabric-covered headrail gives Designer Banded Shades a polished aesthetic.

Cellular Shades

Duette® Cellular Shades have unmatched textural appeal and are the most energy-efficient shades. Their pleated surface adds depth to your window, and an interior honeycomb-like construction traps air to prevent it from passing into or out of your home. Duette® Cellular Shades also absorb sound and are available with the LightLock® blackout system, which prevents 99% of unwanted light from entering a room.

Sonnette® Roller Shades have captivating horizontal lines and the user-friendly operation of a roller shade. The two-inch cells complement any interior design, and the front-rolling fabric option conceals hardware for a clean appearance. Consider the Kickback™ privacy feature for rooms where maximum light control and privacy are necessary.

Makes Spaces Look Larger with Horizontal Blinds for Windows

Horizontal blinds are one of the most versatile window covering choices. They effortlessly incorporate into any aesthetic, offering unrivaled variable light control and privacy. They also make an excellent base for layering window coverings. When choosing blinds to make your room appear larger, consider the purpose of the room and the vibe you want it to have.

Hunter Douglas offers horizontal blinds in three materials to meet every preference and need.

Parkland® Wood Blinds

Hardwood blinds add elegance and charm to your home. Parkland® Wood Blinds are lightweight, durable, and insulating. Choose from over 50 stain and solid paint color finishes and elevate the look of your blinds with a decorative tape or cornice.

EverWood® Faux Wood Blinds

Faux wood blinds allow you to enjoy the upscale appearance of wood and the moisture resistance of synthetic materials. EverWood® Faux Wood Blinds feature Performance Plus™ Protection, which guarantees your blinds will never fade, warp, or discolor for as long as you own them. Two slat widths and various specialty shapes make using faux wood blinds in any space easy.

Modern Precious Metals® Mini Blinds

Metal blinds are ideal for those who want to lean into a crisp, modern aesthetic. Modern Precious Metals® Mini Blinds are an exceptional choice for high-traffic areas and busy households. They resist dents, dust, and fingerprints and are available in over 70 exciting colors and finishes. Consider the ultra-slim ½” slats for narrow windows or to add extra visual interest to larger windows.

Shop Horizontal Window Shades & Blinds Near Lutherville, MD

Alexander Blank Fabrics & Design is the area’s premier Hunter Douglas dealer, offering furniture, wall coverings, and more. A consultation with our knowledgeable designers can help you create whole-home décor solutions.

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Use horizontal shades and blinds to add the perception of space to rooms in your home when you shop our selection of products in person at 2151 York Road, Ste A in Lutherville or schedule a complimentary consultation online.

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