Custom Top Down Bottom Up Shades for Perfect Light Control
The ideal balance of natural light & privacy.
Duette® Honeycomb Shades
Benefits of Top Down Bottom Up Shades
Window shades that can lower from the top, as well as lift from the bottom are known as top down bottom up shades. This popular feature is available with motorization to customize the atmosphere in an instant with a host of benefits…
- Natural light
- Protected privacy
- Energy efficiency
Ample natural light enters–directed at the ceiling–for daylighting, while the bottom portion of the window shade covers most of the window for privacy and energy efficiency. The top down shades feature is an amazing way to block the light and heat of our Austin, Texas summer without feeling like you’re cooped up. Enjoy treetop views and a glare-free space with top down blinds. Discover your favorites with Hunter Douglas window treatments.
Daylight Enters at the Top
Windows stay mostly covered, but the sun streams in across the ceiling. We call it daylighting, and it’s a well-loved feature of top down blinds. The direct sunlight and frustrating glare is kept at bay, but the room is bright. Top down is a winning combination, and it also keeps you from using excess overhead lighting.
Stay Private with Top Down Blinds
You love the view out, but maybe not the view in. Top down shades keep your private life your own, while revealing beautiful sky views. No matter which direction your windows face, whether street-facing or neighbor-facing, you’ll experience comfort and ample natural light at the same time with top down bottom up shades.
Customized Adjustments
One window needs to be covered to keep out the heat. Another one needs to block the view into the house. And the other one? Coverage helps to keep the glare off of your screens. Each and every window can feature the custom adjustments of top down blinds you need to be comfortable and happy. Reach out to our window covering specialists at Austin Window Fashions to create the ideal atmosphere with top down bottom up shades.
Frequently Asked Questions about Top Down
This popular feature is available with select Hunter Douglas window shades. Our window covering specialists design, measure and install top down bottom up shades in Austin and the surrounding areas. Get in touch with our team if you have any other questions.
What Are Top Down Bottom Up Shades?
Window shades that can be lowered from the top or raised from the bottom, offering flexible light and privacy control.
Can Top Down Shades Be Motorized?
Yes. In most cases, motorization can be utilized on the same window shade, allowing you remote control or smart system control of adjusting your top down shades.
Does Top Down Improve Energy Efficiency?
Yes, energy efficiency is increased. The majority of the window can remain covered, (keeping heat out), while light enters at the top.
Which Rooms Are the Best for Top Down Bottom Up?
Because they let in light while protecting privacy, we recommend them for bedrooms, bathrooms and street-facing rooms. Due to energy efficiency, they are also a great option for rooms where the windows get direct sun all day.