Custom window coverings do more than enhance the beauty of your home—they improve privacy, control natural light and help regulate indoor comfort. At Aero Drapery & Blind, we help Minneapolis–St Paul homeowners find the perfect solution for every window. Whether you’re looking for motorized shades, energy-efficient treatments, top down bottom up operation, or solutions for specialty windows, our team can guide you to the ideal design.
By Technology
Modern window covering technology allows you to control light, privacy and comfort with innovative operating systems like motorization and smart home integration.
Smart Shades 
Automated light control with motorized window coverings.
Motorized smart shades allow you to adjust your window coverings with a remote, smartphone app or voice command. Learn more about smart blinds and automated shades to see how this technology can improve convenience and energy efficiency in your home.
By Feature
Custom window coverings offer a variety of features designed to improve comfort, safety and everyday convenience. From room darkening shades for better sleep to energy-efficient window treatments and cordless designs, the right features can transform how your home looks and feels. Explore the most popular window covering features Minneapolis–St Paul homeowners choose for better light control, privacy and performance.
Room Darkening
Create a peaceful environment by reducing glare and blocking unwanted light.
Room darkening window coverings help create a calm, comfortable environment by significantly reducing incoming light. Ideal for bedrooms, nurseries and media rooms, these shades and blinds block glare while helping you sleep better and relax during the day. Our design team can help you find the best room darkening window shades for your Minneapolis–St Paul home.
Privacy / Top-Down Bottom-Up
Balance natural light and privacy with adjustable shade positioning.
Top down bottom up shades give you the flexibility to lower shades from the top or raise them from the bottom. This unique design allows natural light to enter your home while maintaining privacy where you need it most. Many homeowners choose top down bottom up honeycomb shades for living spaces, bathrooms and street-facing windows.
Cordless / Child Safe
A clean, modern operating system designed with safety and convenience in mind.
Cordless window coverings offer a sleek appearance while eliminating dangling cords for improved safety. Designed with children and pets in mind, these modern operating systems allow shades and blinds to adjust smoothly with a simple push or pull. Explore our selection of cordless blinds and shades for a safer and more streamlined window treatment.
Energy Efficient
Improve comfort year-round with shades designed to help insulate your windows.
Energy-efficient window treatments help maintain a comfortable indoor temperature throughout the year. Cellular honeycomb shades in particular trap air within their pockets to create an insulating barrier at the window. These innovative energy-efficient window shades can help reduce heat loss in winter and block excess solar heat during Minnesota summers.
Duolite
Enjoy flexible light control with two shades working together in one system.
With the Duolite® system, you can enjoy two shades in one convenient design. A light-filtering shade provides soft natural daylight during the day, while a room-darkening shade delivers privacy and darkness when you need it most. This innovative feature allows you to easily transition from daylight to nighttime comfort with dual shade systems designed for modern living.
By Window
Not every window is the same, which is why custom window coverings are designed to work with a variety of window styles and architectural features. From large picture windows and glass doors to skylights and specialty shapes, the right solution can improve comfort, privacy and light control while preserving the beauty of your windows.
Tilt Turn
Designed to move with the unique operation of European-style windows.
Tilt turn windows open in multiple directions, which means traditional window treatments don’t always work well. Specialized systems like Hunter Douglas TrackGlide® allow shades to stay in place while your windows tilt or swing open. These tilt turn window shade solutions provide smooth operation while maintaining privacy, light control and a streamlined appearance.
Large Windows
Maintain your beautiful views while reducing glare and heat.
Large windows bring in incredible natural light, but they can also create glare and temperature fluctuations throughout the day. Custom shades designed for oversized windows allow you to control sunlight while preserving your view. Options like roller shades, Silhouette® shades and other modern systems provide smooth operation even across wide window spans. Learn more about window treatments for large windows.
Glass Doors
Smooth operation and privacy for sliding and patio doors.
Glass doors require window coverings that move easily while still providing privacy and light control. From sliding glass doors to French doors and patio doors, there are a variety of stylish solutions available. Vertical shades, honeycomb shades and low-profile designs allow you to access your outdoor spaces while maintaining comfort inside your home. Discover our guide to glass door window treatments.
Specialty Shapes
Custom window coverings designed to fit unique architectural windows.
Arched, angled and uniquely shaped windows add character to your home, but they can also present design challenges. Custom shutters, specialty shades and tailored solutions allow you to control light without hiding the beauty of these architectural details. Our design experts help create custom window coverings for specialty windows that complement your home’s style.
Skylight Solutions
Control natural light and heat from above with specialized skylight shades.
Skylights bring beautiful daylight into your home, but too much sunlight can create glare and excess heat. Custom skylight shades allow you to control brightness and maintain a comfortable indoor temperature. Many homeowners choose motorized skylight shades for easy operation, especially when skylights are installed high above living spaces.
Bay/Bow/Corner
Enhance the depth and design of multi-window spaces.
Bay, bow and corner windows create beautiful architectural focal points, but they often require multiple window treatments working together. Custom shades, blinds or shutters can be designed to fit each section while maintaining a cohesive look. These tailored solutions help you enjoy natural light while preserving privacy and comfort. Learn more about window treatments for corner windows.
Find the Right Window Covering Solution for Your Home
At Aero Drapery & Blind, we are committed to helping you discover comfort and style in your Minneapolis–St Paul home. Our experienced designers will guide you through the process of selecting the ideal window coverings and operating systems for your space.
Many homeowners come to us with challenges like glare from large windows, lack of privacy or rising indoor temperatures. Our team specializes in creating customized solutions that improve comfort while enhancing the beauty of your home. We’re excited to help you start your next project. Schedule your free design consultation.
Window Covering Solutions FAQ
What window coverings are best for privacy?
Top down bottom up shades and room darkening window treatments are excellent options for maintaining privacy while still allowing natural light into your home.
What are the most energy-efficient window coverings?
Cellular honeycomb shades are known for their insulating design. Their air pockets help regulate indoor temperatures during Minnesota winters and summer heat.
What window coverings work best for large windows?
Large windows often benefit from roller shades, Silhouette® shades or architectural roller shades designed to operate smoothly across wide spans.
Are motorized window shades worth it?
Motorized shades offer convenient light control, improved safety and seamless smart-home integration. Many homeowners choose automated shades for large windows and hard-to-reach areas.
What window treatments work best for sliding glass doors?
Vertical shades, panel track systems and honeycomb shades designed for doors allow smooth operation while maintaining privacy and light control.