Window Treatments Chevy Chase
Serving Chevy Chase, MD With Custom Window Treatments
Chevy Chase is one of the most architecturally unique communities in the Washington metro area. From early 20th century Craftsman bungalows and Colonial Revivals along Maple Avenue, to mid-century modern ranchers near the Country Club, and newer luxury infill construction near Friendship Heights, the neighborhood has a housing stock that spans the Maryland-DC line on Wisconsin Avenue and Western Avenue. Each home style has its own set of window treatment needs, and that is where Buy Home Blinds comes in handy – the measuring and installation of custom window treatments for window profiles that Chevy Chase homes have.
We offer service throughout all Chevy Chase zip codes, including 20815 and the surrounding 20814 corridor, spanning from Chevy Chase Village through Chevy Chase Section 5, to Somerset and the Martins Additions. We do not use a guessing game when it comes to sizing; our in-home consultation process begins with a complimentary professional measurement appointment, leaving you with no guesswork or a chance of making a wrong sizing call on your own.
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Why Chevy Chase Homes Require Specific Window Treatment Expertise
While some big-box window treatments may address the issue, three features of the Chevy Chase housing stock present window treatment challenges that they do not solve easily.
Deep window casings. Many of Chevy Chase’s houses built between 1910 and 1940, known as Colonial Revival and Craftsman homes, have window casings that are deep – usually four inches or more – that provide window mount opportunities not found in newer construction. When a cellular shade or wood blind is installed inside a true window with original millwork, it appears to work as an architect because an outside mounted shade or blind cannot. Our measuring process considers whether or not there is a casing depth, a sill projection, and any window hardware which may block an inside mount headrail.
Large picture windows and bay configurations. Many of the mid-century residences clustered around the Chevy Chase Country Club and along the Connecticut Avenue corridor often have large picture windows and bay layouts. These can either be a single large panel, a multi-panel configuration or a cellular shade with a center meeting rail – each of these has implications for light, privacy and operation. Before anyone orders, we show the homeowners of the Chevy Chase area every option on their configuration.
Historic light exposure along the Wisconsin Avenue corridor. Chevy Chase on the Maryland side of the street has an intense western exposure in the afternoon. Most rooms that face west are specified with solar shades of 3% to 5% openness factor – they offer the street view without the direct glare that makes these rooms unusable in the afternoons during spring and summer.
Products We Install Most Frequently in Chevy Chase, MD
Wood Blinds and Faux Wood Blinds
Chevy Chase dining rooms and home offices where light control flexibility is more important than insulation are still the standard size for two-inch wood blinds. The tilt and raise function enables accurate adjustment all day long depending on the light conditions. Faux wood blinds in a composite or PVC construction fit in the bathroom and kitchen where exposure to humidity is a problem and look the same as wood blinds, but with lower long term maintenance cost.
Solar Shades
Chevy Chase homeowners looking to keep their view of an older tree canopy or a landscaped backyard from being overcast or to avoid glare should consider solar shades. Exposure of 3% means that about 75% of the exterior view is retained, and more than 75% of the direct solar radiation is blocked. Near blackout performance from the outside and filtered daylight inside with a 1% openness factor. When dealing with Chevy Chase clients, we will help you choose the right openness factor room by room, taking into account window orientation, times of use, and privacy considerations.
Plantation Shutters
Chevy Chase Colonial and Craftsman homes are the ones that require the most requested products – plantation shutters. The reason is architectural compatibility – the wood or poly shutter with a 3.5-in louver installed in a deep-cased Colonial Revival window looks like it's part of the original house. We fit stained wood shutters on homes featuring a natural wood trim or painted poly shutters on homes where stained wood would be a maintenance issue due to moisture exposure from older double-hung windows.
Cellular Shades
Single and double cell honeycomb shades are the most practical energy-saving window treatment option for Chevy Chase homes that have original single pane or early double pane windows. Because of the air pocket construction, the house has an insulating barrier that minimizes summer heat gain and winter heat loss, particularly on the many Chevy Chase lots with exposed north and east elevations. Cellular shades come in light filtering and blackout options, are either cordless or corded with motorized lift systems, and are available to fit for child safety compliance and smart home integration.
How It Works – From Consultation to Installation
Installing new custom window blinds in Chevy Chase is a breeze. We’ve outlined our simple process:
Step 1 – Schedule Your Free In-Home Consultation
Call us at (301) 847-7000 or book online. A window treatment professional from one of our Chevy Chase window treatment companies comes to your home at a convenient time.
Step 2 – Design, Measure & Choose
All windows are measured with precision, we bring real fabric samples and material swatches, discuss styles and options, and quote on the spot – no surprises.
Step 3 – Custom Manufacturing
Your blinds or shades are custom made to fit your exact window dimensions. Orders are normally dispatched and delivered within 7-14 business days.
Step 4 – Professional Installation
Our licensed installation staff arrives at your Chevy Chase residence, installs the items flawlessly, and cleans up your area to ensure it looks picture-perfect.
Step 5 – You Relax & Enjoy
That’s it. No re-measuring. No returns. No hassle. Simply gorgeous bespoke window blinds that slip into place flawlessly on day one.
Free In-Home Consultation for Chevy Chase, MD
Each project starts with a free home measuring and consultation appointment. Our consultant brings sample books for all product categories, verifies all measurements, so that they are within 1/8-inch, recommends the type and configuration of mounting for each window type and explains this in a detailed written quote before leaving.
Homeowners often share with us that the in-home appointment answers questions they could not get in the showroom or on the web – such as, will an inside mount work for their home’s elevation and will they be able to get the cellular privacy they want in a specific room with a particular morning light exposure? Will they have clearance problems with their current window hardware and a motorized window headrail?
No obligation and no deposit is required for scheduling. Typical 5-7 business days for appointment availability in all of 20815 and surrounding Chevy Chase zip codes.
Frequently Asked Questions – Window Treatments in Chevy Chase, MD
What window treatments work best in older Chevy Chase Colonial homes?
In pre-war Colonial and Craftsman homes in Chevy Chase, the most architecturally sound window treatments are plantation shutters and inside-mount wood blinds. Deep window framing found in these homes can be treated with a good fit inside that will flush with the window face – creating a built-in look that enhances original millwork instead of concealing it.
Do you measure and install in Chevy Chase, MD?
Yes. Professional measuring is free in Chevy Chase, including the 20815 zip code, Chevy Chase Village, Somerset, and the Martins Additions. We don’t subcontract installation in the Chevy Chase service area – installation is done by our own team.
What is the best solar shade openness factor for west-facing windows?
In west-facing rooms that receive afternoon sun, which are prevalent along the Wisconsin Avenue corridor in Chevy Chase, a 3% openness factor is the optimum level of glare control while still allowing an unobstructed exterior view. An opacity of 1% or a dual-shade system (with one solar shade and one black out roller) is the more appropriate specification if privacy at night is also a factor.
How long does a full-home installation take in Chevy Chase?
Typical installation time for a single room is 1-2 hours. Full-home projects (in multiple rooms) are scheduled at one time when possible with the exception of a few more complex projects that typically take 4 to 6 hours to complete, depending on product mix and window count, in Chevy Chase.
Are motorized shades compatible with smart home systems common in Chevy Chase?
Yes. Installing motorized window treatments that are compatible with Lutron RadioRA, Control4, Google Home, Amazon Alexa and Apple HomeKit. For many homes in the Chevy Chase area that already have a smart HVAC or lighting system, motorized shades can easily be integrated into the system without any extra hardware.
What is the difference between inside mount and outside mount for my windows?
Inside mount refers to the depth of the window casing the headrail is installed in, which is generally one and a half to two inches deep, depending on the product. Outside mount refers to the headrail attachment to the wall or casing face above the window, which will not provide clearance for the casing. If you have an original millwork specification that is to be preserved, inside mount is the almost always preferred specification, confirmed by your consultant at the measuring appointment.
Do wood blinds work in Chevy Chase bathrooms?
For bathrooms with high humidity, real wood blinds should not be used because of the warping threat. Faux wood blinds, with a composite or PVC construction give you the same type of look and are completely moisture resistant and the right specification for Chevy Chase bathroom windows.
Schedule Your Free Measuring Appointment in Chevy Chase, MD
For all products, Buy Home Blinds of Chevy Chase, MD offers professional measurement services, custom fabrication services, and expert installation. Whether you’re replacing a single living room window or installing a full home remodel, our home consultation provides you with accurate measurements, product samples, and a solid quote in one visit.