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PowerView® Automation
Program your window treatments so that they adjust themselves automatically, creating the perfect room ambiance morning, noon and night.
Sheer Shades
Learn more about Hunter Douglas custom window sheers, including our shadings and privacy sheers. Innovative, light-diffusing sheers. Your trusted source for window treatments.
Cellular Shades
Cellular honeycomb shades from Hunter Douglas. An energy-efficient design that traps air in distinct pockets to help keep your house cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
Roman Shades
Custom-made fabric Roman Shades by Hunter Douglas, combining the look of soft folds with the ease and convenience of a shade. Custom-crafted.
Roller Shades
The Hunter Douglas roller shades & solar screen shades collections offer excellent light control and a clean, stylish look in a range of fabrics and materials.
Woven Shades
For a warm, natural look our Hunter Douglas Woven Wood Shades collection of window treatments transforms sunlight into captivating design statements. Choose yours today.
Vertical Shades
Find the right custom vertical shades for any room in your home. Search our most popular window shades.
Wood Blinds
From controlling light to their stylish, sleek look, wood blinds have been a favorite among homeowners for decades.
Metal Blinds
Find the perfect metal blinds for any room in your home. From controlling light to their stylish, sleek look, metal blinds have been a favorite among homeowners.
Vertical Blinds
Discover Hunter Douglas customized vertical blinds featuring elegant styling and translucency in a large selection of colors, treatments, and textures. Lifetime guarantee.
Shutters
Hunter Douglas custom window shutters provide superior light control and privacy with classic styles, long-lasting finishes, and exceptional craftsmanship.
Drapery
Choose from timeless and on-trend fabrics, including lofty textures and alluring jacquards, artisanal embroideries and luminous sheers.
Light Enhancing
Enjoy the beauty of natural light and make any space more captivating, with the following light-enhancing shades.
Room Darkening
Want a darker room for better sleep or optimal movie binging? These shades and drapes help block light at the window.
Energy Efficient
Live comfortably and save energy with these shades. Designer to keep a room warm in the winter and cool in the summer.
Door Coverings
Manage natural light and add privacy with these window treatments that work well for sliding-glass and patio doors.
Sound Absorption
Create a quieter, more relaxing room with these window treatments, which help absorb sound, reducing exterior noise.
Top-Down Bottom-Up
For privacy and natural light, position shades from the top, bottom or both. These shades have this feature available.
Commercial Blinds & Shades
We offer window treatments for any business or commercial setting.
Cornices
We offer window treatments for any business or commercial setting.
Custom Bedding
We create one-of-a-kind custom bedding designs.
Drapery & Soft Treatments
Add the perfect finishing touch to your windows.
Drapery & Valances
Add the perfect finishing touch to your windows.
Drapery Hardware
Choose from a wide selection of styles.
Fabrics
Choose from our large selection of fabric colors, patterns and textures.
Motorized Window Coverings
Motorized window treatments make your rooms more comfortable throughout the day.
Outdoor Solar Shades
Make your outdoor spaces more comfortable with our outdoor solar shades.
Window Top Treatments
Add color and softness to your window with top treatments.
After-Hours & In-Home Consultations
Our schedule is flexible, and we can come to your home for a consultation.
Video Design Consultations
We offer Video Design Consultations, using video conferencing tools such as FaceTime, Zoom, Skype, and Duo.
Window Covering Measuring and Installations
Let Nest Expressions take care of the measuring and installation of your new blinds or shades – and make your life easy!
About Us
Nest Expressions offers high-quality window treatments with an emphasis on comfort, style, convenience, and the satisfaction of each customer.
In-Home & Virtual Consultations
Our in-home consultants are friendly, helpful, and design-focused to bring your home the window treatment it deserves. Short on time or just want to learn more about our products? Consider scheduling a Virtual Consultation!
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Bathroom
See window covering solutions for privacy and moisture-resistance.
Bedroom
See window covering solutions for privacy and room darkening.
Home Office
See window covering solutions for light filtering and glare control.
Kitchen
See window covering solutions for a variety of needs and kitchen styles.
Living Room
See window covering solutions for light filtering and UV protection.
Media Room
See room darkening window treatments for your media room.
Nursery & Kids Room
See child-safe window coverings for baby nurseries and kids rooms
Angled Windows
See blinds and shades for angled, sloped, and triangle-shaped windows.
Arched Windows
See blinds and shades for arched, half-circle or half-moon windows.
Bay, Bow, Corner Windows
See blinds and shades for bay, bow and corner windows.
French Doors
See shutters, blinds and shades for French Doors.
Sidelights
See blinds and shades for sidelight windows.
Sliding Glass Doors
See blinds and shades for patio and sliding-glass doors.
Skylights
See blinds and shades specifically suited for skylights.
Automated
See all options for automated blinds and shades.
Blackout
See our options for blinds and shades that best control light.
Energy Efficient
See blinds and shades that help save energy at the window.
Light Filtering
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Child and Pet-Friendly
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Why You Should Choose Metal Blinds in 2025
Metal blinds for windows aren’t a new style; Hunter Douglas was mass-producing them back in 1946. And now, these sleek window treatments are trending for 2025. We’re excited that yesterday’s metal blinds have evolved into a modern design solution with a range of benefits worth considering. The Nest Expressions design team recommends them to homeowners looking for practicality and stylish, contemporary appeal.
Metal Blinds are a Durable, Long-Lasting Option
One of the main reasons people choose metal blinds is their exceptional durability; aluminum versions are also lightweight and versatile. Unlike fabric or solid wood window coverings, metal blinds withstand moisture, heat, and daily wear. That makes them well-suited for kitchen, bathroom, and laundry room windows, where other materials may warp or fade over time. Their sturdy construction maintains their appearance and functionality for years, making them a cost-effective investment.
Metal Blinds for Windows are Versatile
Metal blinds come in an impressive variety of finishes, colors, and slat sizes, allowing you to tailor them to your interior design scheme. Their clean lines make them an excellent fit for minimalist and industrial-themed spaces. Or, pair them with neutral decor for a pop of color without overwhelming the room’s design.
Whether you prefer a sleek look or a softer aesthetic, you won’t need to compromise. Many homeowners even layer metal blinds with fabric drapes or curtains for a rich, textured look.
Metal Blinds Offer Superior Light Control and More
Metal blinds for windows have adjustable slats that allow you to filter sunlight, reduce glare, or create a cozy atmosphere by blocking light. They’re low maintenance—dust them with a dry cloth or clean them with a damp one. And if anyone in your home has allergies, metal blinds are perfect.
While metal blinds are not as insulating as window treatments like cellular shades, they still contribute to energy efficiency by reflecting sunlight away from windows. Light-colored or metallic finishes are particularly effective at reflecting heat, making them a smart choice for sunlit rooms.
Hunter Douglas Metal Blinds for Windows
Hunter Douglas manufactures custom horizontal and vertical metal blinds:
Modern Precious Metals® Mini Blinds
Offered in over 70 colors and shiny, matte, and pearlized finishes, Modern Precious Metals® Mini Blinds are durable enough for high-traffic areas. Choose from ½", 1", or 2" slat sizes and options like cut-outs for window cranks and door handles.
Somner® Vertical Blinds
With over 170 material and color choices, Somner® Vertical Blinds have aluminum options, 3 ½" louvers, and smooth finishes. They’re ideal for patio, sliding glass, and French doors. The patented headrail promises smooth movement; choose from left, right, split, or center stacking options.
Visit Nest Expressions for Custom Metal Blinds near Wexford, PA
Metal blinds are a smart choice for homeowners, and we think you’ll appreciate their modern sensibility. We feature the full line of Hunter Douglas window treatments and can help you select styles that fit your space perfectly. Contact us for service in Wexford, Gibsonia, Allison Park, Fox Chapel, Sewickley, Cranberry Township, Mars, Pennsylvania, and the surrounding areas.