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Skylight Window Coverings That are Motorized

Skylight windows are masters at opening up a space and letting in natural light throughout the day. Whether they're in your living room, bedroom, or kitchen, these architectural standouts immediately draw the eye. This means covering them is often a long journey. You need a style that fits the frame securely, provides ample shade, and can open easily so you can let in the light. If you've been struggling to find skylight blinds and shades for your home, you're in the right place. We discuss some of our favorite styles and operating systems that take your skylight windows to the next level.

A primary bedroom with a skylight near Albuquerque, New Mexico (NM)

Why Cover Skylights?

You may wonder if you even need to cover your skylights. Wouldn't it be easier to leave them uncovered the entire time? Yes, this may be easier, but it exposes your house to UV damage, temperature fluctuations, and the harsh glare of the sun at certain times of day. Of course, this doesn't mean you have to keep them completely covered all the time! Skylight blinds and shades are specifically made to fit these unique windows snugly while offering easy operation so you can enjoy sun, shade, or a little bit of both throughout the day. Plus, when you select styles from Hunter Douglas, you can also enhance the beauty of your home's aesthetic with hundreds of available fabrics.

Duette® Cellular Shades with the SkyLift™ Skylight System

Whether big or small, skylights can heat your home in the summer and cause it to freeze in the winter if not properly insulated. To keep your home shaded during those peak summer hours, covered when the temperatures drop, and comfortable throughout the year, we recommend Duette® Cellular Shades with Skylift™. Specifically made for skylights, these shades trap air at the window for superior insulation while their fabrics diffuse harsh light beautifully. Choose from the hands free PowerView®Automation system for these shades, or select a manual operation with a hand crank or telescoping pole to easily adjust these hard-to-reach windows.

Duette Architella® Cellular Shades

Are you in need of a little more energy efficiency? If your skylight causes certain rooms to fluctuate in temperature throughout the year greatly, we recommend Duette Architella® Cellular Shades. Featuring a honeycomb-within-a-honeycomb structure, these shades provide even more energy efficiency to keep your home comfortable even during the hottest summer days and coldest winter evenings. Available in several beautiful fabrics and compatible with the Skylift™ Skylight System, these shades are easy to operate and entirely customizable for your home.

Skylight Shades Near Albuquerque, New Mexico

Whether you have one skylight or several, covering them with high-quality window treatments lets you maximize their beauty while keeping your home comfortable and shaded. If you want to discuss motorized window coverings in-depth, our team is happy to connect with you!

Be sure to contact us at Blindscapes today to schedule your consultation. Plus, explore our promotions page for savings on Hunter Douglas products.