Year in Review: The Best Window Treatments of 2023

The end of a year is always a perfect time to reflect. Looking to the past helps us plan for the new year and decide what we want to do differently or keep the same. It’s also fun to look back and remember how the year went! Whether you’re planning to update your home in 2024 or want to see which designs were most popular this year, enjoy our list of the best window treatments for 2023. founder.

Best Blinds for Energy Efficiency

We’ve written about them before and will write about them again. It’s no secret that we love cellular shades for their genius energy-efficient design! Avoid the Texas heat and keep your cool air inside by preventing energy loss through vulnerable areas of your home, like windows and doors.

The hollow, hexagonal cells that make up cellular blinds create air pockets that prevent anything from passing through. Say goodbye to variable temperatures, unwanted noise, and light pollution, and say hello to a peaceful living environment and significant energy savings!

Best Motorized Window Treatments

Hunter Douglas PowerView® Automation consistently outperforms its competitors. With seamless smart home integration, easy-to-use controls, and a simple installation, PowerView® should be the immediate choice for anyone interested in motorized blinds.

The expansive PowerView® app allows for even greater control. View each of your window treatments to see the position of each one and adjust them remotely. Program your shades to open and close at specific points throughout the day, like at sunrise and sunset, so you never have to worry about shutting your blinds at night again! Hill Country Blinds is the place to shop for the best motorized shades near Austin, Texas.

Best Sheer Shades

Sheer shades are the ideal window treatment for homeowners searching for the best privacy while keeping their view intact. Control how much you share with the world by adjusting the sheer and opaque fabrics to create your perfect level of privacy. Hunter Douglas Silhoutte® Window Shadings, Luminette® Privacy Sheers, and Pirouette® Window Shadings all receive our praise for the best sheer blinds 2023.

Customize your window treatments using numerous fabrics, trim colors, and control methods. Shop at home to see all the possibilities in your space and eliminate the guesswork of determining if something matches your decor. You’ll love your new custom sheers!

Best for Busy Homes

Life can be hectic. Don’t let a busy home environment stop you from investing in stunning window treatments! Composite blinds and shutters from Hunter Douglas withstand even the most hectic days. Made to stand up to spills, scratches, and bumps, Hunter Douglas EverWood® faux wood blinds and NewStyle® composite shutters retain their realistic wood-like finish through holidays, birthday parties, and play dates.

Best Window Blinds near Austin, Texas

We’ve served Austin, Texas, and the surrounding areas at Hill Country Blinds for over fifty years. We know about window treatments, but don’t just take our word for it! See what makes our selection of Hunter Douglas, Alta, Norman, Horizons, and Sunland Shutters unique by scheduling a shop-at-home appointment!