What are Luminette® Privacy Sheers?

Luminette® Privacy Sheers are a unique type of vertical sheer shade. Similar to the look of ripplefold drapery, the sheer fabrics are curved at the top and travel back and forth across the window on a specialized track to maintain the uniform curves. Inside the sheer curves, solid fabric vanes are placed vertically. These solid vanes can be rotated to close off outside light and increase interior privacy.

Are Luminette® Privacy Sheers considered vertical blinds?

Yes, they are in the same category as vertical blinds, even though they would be named vertical shades. They have been designed to cover large widths of glass, including sliding glass doors and walls of large windows, similar to the coverage available with vertical blinds.

Can Luminette® Privacy Sheers be used on patio doors?

Yes, Luminette® is a great option for patio doors. They glide to the side when you want to open the doors.

Do privacy sheers provide room darkening?

Yes, they can. The interior vanes of Luminette® Privacy Sheers can be customized for room darkening when closed fully.

Are Luminette® Privacy Sheers motorized?

Yes, they are capable of motorization with the Hunter Douglas PowerView® Automation system. However, they are also available for manual cordless operation.

What's the difference between sheer curtains and privacy sheers?

Sheer curtains offer a similar experience as Luminette® sheer shades when the vanes are open, but the sheer fabric is covering the window. Glare is reduced, light is filtered, and the view is enhanced. One difference is the ability of Luminette® sheers to access privacy and closed-off light while in that position by rotating the interior vanes. Another important difference you'll notice is that when sheer curtains are opened and closed across the window, you may have to adjust the resting fabrics to make the curtains look nice. Luminette® sheers do not have to be 'fixed' once in place, as the specialty track maintains the consistent curves at all times.

Pirouette® Sheer Shades

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What Are Pirouette® Sheer Shades?

Pirouette® Sheer Shades by Hunter Douglas combine soft horizontal fabric vanes with a sheer backing to deliver adjustable light control and enhanced privacy. These custom sheer window shades offer a modern alternative to traditional Roman shades, filtering natural light while maintaining your view. When open, the fabric vanes float gracefully to reveal a clear backdrop; when closed, they create the smooth appearance of a contemporary fabric shade.

Why Choose Pirouette® Sheer Window Shades?

Pirouette® Sheer Shades provide the versatility Ontario homeowners need to manage changing light, privacy, and energy efficiency throughout the day. With room-darkening options, sheer back panels, and customizable fabric selections, these horizontal sheer shades allow precise control over ambiance and visibility. Ideal for large and oversized windows, they showcase expansive views while diffusing harsh sunlight and protecting interiors from UV exposure. For added convenience, Pirouette® motorized sheer shades integrate with PowerView® Automation, allowing adjustments by remote, smartphone, or scheduled settings.

Fabric, Colors & Custom Options

90+ color/fabric selections
Folding solid fabric vanes
Sheer back panel soften light and glare
UV protection from solids and sheers
Dynamic view of the landscape
Light filtering and room darkening options

Optional Enhancements

Exclusive Alustra^® fabric collection
Sheer fabrics in Original or ClearView®
A Deux option for dual shade feature

Control & Operating Options

PowerView® Automation for Pirouette® Sheer Shades Control with a remote, the app, or smart-home device with integration

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Adjust shades with a single pull or push using SoftTouch Motorization.

Pirouette® Motorized Shades

Control PowerView® Automated Pirouette® Shades with a remote, a smartphone, or voice control

Create schedules and custom scenes with motorized sheer shades

Integrate your smart window shades with other smart home devices for seamless control

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Exclusive Vanes

The fabric vanes of Pirouette® horizontal sheer shades appear to mimic the look of roman shades when closed, lying flat near the window. But, when adjusted “open,” those fabric vanes fold in place, offering a stunning view of the outdoors, through a backing of sheer fabrics. These custom sheer window treatments not only invite a beautiful view, but they invite softened natural light into the home while providing daytime privacy.

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The Magic of Sheer Fabrics

Two types of sheer fabrics are available as the backing of Pirouette® shades, both resulting in UV protection and diffused glare, with benefits of energy efficiency. The first is a traditional version of sheers, offering a softened, hazy view of the landscape. The other sheer fabric option is Clearview®. This fabric sharpens the view of the exterior—an enhanced view with a crisp appearance. ClearView® fabrics are black, invisible during view-through, but capable of distinct views of the outdoors.

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Versatile Positioning

When closed, these window shades block the view and the light, available in room darkening if needed. Adjusted open, the vanes reveal a stunning backdrop and diffused natural light. But, for a final option, they can roll up, adding partial coverage to their list of options. Finally, they can roll all the way up into the headrail to unveil the entire window.

Frequently Asked Questions About Pirouette® Shades

What are Pirouette® Sheer Shades?

Pirouette® Sheer Shades are horizontal sheer window shades featuring soft fabric vanes attached to a sheer backing. When open, the vanes appear to float, allowing filtered natural light and preserving your view. When closed, the vanes lie flat to provide privacy and a smooth fabric appearance similar to Roman shades.

How are Pirouette® shades different from Silhouette® shades?

Both are sheer window shades, but Pirouette® shades feature larger fabric vanes that create a bold, floating effect and a more dramatic view-through. Silhouette® shades have smaller fabric vanes suspended between sheer layers, offering a softer, more diffused appearance. Pirouette® is often chosen for modern spaces and larger windows.

Do Pirouette® Sheer Shades provide room darkening?

Yes. Pirouette® shades are available with room-darkening fabric options. When fully closed, the solid fabric vanes reduce incoming light and enhance privacy, making them suitable for bedrooms and media spaces. Pirouette® Sheer Shades are also available with A Deux® which is a dual shade feature, resulting in room darkening even when sheer shades are created with light filtering fabrics.

Can Pirouette® Sheer Shades be motorized?

Yes. Pirouette® shades are compatible with Hunter Douglas PowerView® Automation. Motorized control allows you to adjust your sheer shades by remote, smartphone app, voice command, or scheduled settings for convenience and ease of use.

Are Pirouette® shades good for large windows?

Absolutely. Pirouette® Sheer Shades are ideal for large and oversized windows. Their horizontal vane design allows expansive views when open while still providing privacy and light control when closed.

Do Pirouette® shades protect against UV rays?

Yes. Both the sheer backing and solid fabric vanes help diffuse harsh sunlight and reduce UV exposure, protecting flooring, furniture, and interiors from fading.

Are Pirouette® shades custom made?

Yes. Pirouette® Sheer Shades are custom measured and built to fit your specific windows, ensuring a precise fit and smooth operation.

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