Searching for window treatments online reveals overwhelming options—but many companies specialize in only one or two product categories. Understanding what’s actually available from a full-service provider helps you explore all solutions for your specific needs rather than settling for whatever a limited vendor happens to carry.
Complete Product Range Overview
Long Island Custom Blinds offers the full spectrum of window treatment options, ensuring you get the right solution for each window rather than forcing every window into the same product category.
Our complete product lineup:
- Blinds (horizontal and vertical)
- Shades (multiple opacity levels)
- Shutters (interior plantation style)
- Drapery and curtains
- Valances and cornices
- Specialty products including zebra shades
- Custom combinations and layered treatments
The custom advantage: Everything is made to your exact window dimensions and installed by our professional team. No generic, one-size-fits-most solutions.
Blinds: Types and Best Uses
Blinds offer precise light control with adjustable slats that tilt for privacy while allowing airflow.
Wood Blinds:
- Classic, warm appearance
- Available in various stain and paint colors
- Best for: Living rooms, bedrooms, dining rooms
- Considerations: Not recommended for high-moisture areas
Faux Wood Blinds:
- Wood appearance with moisture resistance
- Durable for high-traffic areas
- Best for: Kitchens, bathrooms, basements
- Advantage: Lower maintenance than real wood
Aluminum Blinds:
- Sleek, modern appearance
- Lightweight and affordable
- Best for: Small windows, rentals, budget-conscious projects
- Available in numerous color options
Vertical Blinds:
- Ideal for sliding doors and large windows
- Easy operation on wide openings
- Best for: Patio doors, floor-to-ceiling windows
- Modern fabric options available
When to choose blinds: You want adjustable light control, prefer a structured look, or need budget-friendly solutions that don’t sacrifice quality.
Shades: From Sheer to Blackout
Shades provide smooth, fabric-based coverage with varying light control levels.
Roller Shades:
- Clean, minimalist appearance
- Available in every opacity level
- Motorization options for hard-to-reach windows
- Best for: Modern homes, commercial spaces, any room
Cellular (Honeycomb) Shades:
- Energy-efficient insulation properties
- Soft, textured appearance
- Noise reduction benefits
- Best for: Bedrooms, rooms with temperature control issues
Roman Shades:
- Soft fabric folds create elegant appearance
- Available in countless fabric options
- Layered look when raised
- Best for: Formal spaces, rooms needing soft aesthetics
Solar Shades:
- UV protection while maintaining views
- Reduces glare on screens
- Various openness percentages
- Best for: Home offices, rooms with electronics, sun-facing windows
Blackout Shades:
- Complete light blocking
- Privacy and sleep optimization
- Energy efficiency
- Best for: Bedrooms, nurseries, home theaters
When to choose shades: You need specific light control levels, want energy efficiency, or prefer softer aesthetics than blinds provide.
Shutters: Permanent Elegance
Plantation shutters are permanent window fixtures that add architectural value to your home.
Interior Plantation Shutters:
- Solid construction mounted inside window frame
- Adjustable louvers for light control
- Available in wood or synthetic materials
- Never need replacing—they’re a permanent home upgrade
Shutter advantages:
- Increases home resale value
- Extremely durable (decades of use)
- Easy to clean and maintain
- Timeless aesthetic appeal
- Superior insulation properties
Shutter considerations:
- Higher upfront investment than other treatments
- Permanent installation (not ideal for rentals)
- Best suited for traditional and transitional home styles
When to choose shutters: You’re in your forever home, want a permanent solution, appreciate classic aesthetics, or need the highest durability.
Drapery and Soft Treatments
Fabric window treatments add warmth, softness, and layering opportunities.
Custom Drapery:
- Floor-to-ceiling fabric panels
- Thousands of fabric options
- Various pleat styles and header types
- Lined or unlined depending on function
Curtains:
- Lighter-weight fabric panels
- Casual to semi-formal appearance
- Flexible hanging options
- Often used decoratively
Drapery benefits:
- Softens room acoustics
- Adds color and pattern
- Frames windows architecturally
- Provides insulation when closed
- Can be layered with blinds or shades
When to choose drapery: You want maximum design flexibility, need to add softness to a room, or prefer layered window treatments.
Valances, Cornices, and Top Treatments
Top treatments add finishing touches and conceal hardware.
Valances:
- Fabric treatments covering upper window portion
- Soft, decorative appearance
- Various styles (box pleat, balloon, swag)
- Often combined with blinds or shades underneath
Cornices:
- Structured, box-like top treatment
- Covered in fabric or upholstered
- Adds architectural interest
- Conceals mounting hardware
Purpose of top treatments:
- Complete a polished, designer look
- Hide functional hardware
- Add visual height to windows
- Introduce pattern or color accent
Specialty Products Explained
Modern innovations offer unique functionality and aesthetics.
Zebra Shades (Dual Shades):
- Alternating sheer and opaque fabric stripes
- Adjust between filtered light and privacy
- Contemporary, streamlined appearance
- Operates like a roller shade with variable light control
Skylight Shades:
- Specifically designed for angled or ceiling windows
- Motorization often recommended
- Various fabrics for light control
Sliding Panel Track Systems:
- Modern alternative to vertical blinds
- Large fabric panels slide on tracks
- Excellent for oversized windows and room dividers
Motorized Options:
- Available for most shade types
- Remote control or smart home integration
- Ideal for hard-to-reach windows
When to consider specialty products: You have unique window configurations, want cutting-edge functionality, or need solutions for challenging installations.
Custom vs. Standard: Why It Matters
Understanding the custom advantage helps justify investment.
Custom-made benefits:
- Fits your exact window dimensions (no gaps or cutting corners)
- Unlimited fabric and color selections
- Designed for your specific functional needs
- Professional installation ensures proper operation
- Warranty coverage for custom specifications
Standard product limitations:
- Limited size availability (may not fit properly)
- Restricted color and style options
- DIY installation often required
- Generic solutions that don’t address unique needs
The professional installation advantage: Level mounting, secure hardware installation, operational testing, and immediate adjustment if needed.
Matching Products to Your Needs
Different rooms and windows require different solutions.
Bedroom windows: Blackout shades or cellular shades for sleep quality Living room windows: Shutters, drapery, or layered treatments for elegance Kitchen windows: Faux wood blinds or easy-clean shades Bathroom windows: Moisture-resistant faux wood blinds or waterproof shades Large sliding doors: Vertical blinds or sliding panel systems Bay windows: Custom shades or coordinated treatments for each section Small windows: Roller shades or aluminum blinds Unusual shapes: Specialty custom products
Red Flags: Limited Selection Problems
Companies with narrow product ranges create compromises.
Warning signs:
- Recommending the same product for every window
- Inability to explain alternative solutions
- Pressure to accept available inventory
- “We specialize in only shades” (limiting your options)
- Discouraging questions about other product types
Quality indicator: Full-service providers discuss multiple options and explain why specific products suit specific windows.
Bottom Line: Comprehensive Selection Matters
Long Island Custom Blinds offers every major window treatment category, ensuring product recommendations match your actual needs rather than our inventory limitations.
Complete product availability:
✓ Blinds (wood, faux wood, aluminum, vertical)
✓ Shades (roller, cellular, Roman, solar, blackout)
✓ Shutters (plantation style)
✓ Drapery (custom fabrics and styles)
✓ Valances and cornices
✓ Specialty products (zebra shades, motorization)
✓ Custom combinations
Decision framework:
- Multiple window types in your home → Need diverse product options
- Specific functional requirements → Custom solutions outperform generic
- Design consistency desired → One provider for all treatments ensures cohesion
- Professional installation valued → Custom-made products require expert installation
Next Steps: Explore Your Options
Ready to discover which window treatments best suit your home?
- Schedule a free in-home consultation to see product samples
- Discuss your specific needs for each window and room
- Touch and test actual samples in your own lighting
- Receive expert recommendations based on your priorities
Visit longislandcustomblinds.com or call directly. With our complete product range and custom manufacturing, you’ll find the perfect solution for every window in your home—professionally measured and expertly installed.