Ring in the New Year with New Window Treatments

You're walking through your house on New Year's Day, and you start noticing little things. The blinds in the living room are yellowing from sun exposure. That cord on your bedroom shade snapped. If you're already thinking about home improvements for the new year, window treatments probably aren't at the top of your list—but maybe they should be.

January's actually one of the best times to tackle new window treatments. You're stuck inside anyway because it's cold in Central Illinois. Contractors aren't as booked up as they are in spring. And if you're getting a tax refund, that money could come soon enough to fund the project.

SunGard Window Fashions has been helping Peoria homeowners with window treatments for years. We carry Hunter Douglas products and offer custom drapery, and we'll come to your home for consultations throughout Peoria, Morton, Washington, Pekin, and the surrounding areas.

When It's Time for New Window Treatments

Sometimes, you need new window treatments because the old ones are damaged or broken. Cords snap, mechanisms stop working, fabric tears. But worn-out function isn't the only reason to replace them.

Your old treatments might still work fine, but they look dated. Vertical blinds from the 1990s, heavy floral drapes that came with the house, builder-grade mini blinds—even if you’ve updated the rest of your decor, they all age your space.

Safety matters too, especially with young kids or pets. While corded window treatments pose strangulation risks, newer cordless and motorized options eliminate the need for cords entirely.

Why Custom Window Treatments Are Worth the Investment

While custom window treatments may be more expensive than ready-made options from big-box stores, their advantages are worth the investment. Because they're made for your specific windows, they’ll fit perfectly, eliminating gaps where light leaks through.

Custom treatments also use higher-quality materials, and the fabrics resist fading for longer. The mechanisms operate much more smoothly and withstand daily use. Additionally, Hunter Douglas products come with warranties in case of any issues.

You also get more control over how they look. Fabric choices, colors, operating systems, and mounting options—it's all customizable, rather than picking from whatever three options the store has in stock.

Custom Window Treatments Save Energy

If cutting energy costs is part of your New Year's resolution, certain window treatments help more than others. Hunter Douglas Duette® Cellular Shades insulate windows with their honeycomb construction. The trapped air slows heat transfer, which keeps your home warmer in January and cooler in July because these shades can block the transfer of heat.

Shutters also insulate well because of the air gap they create between the shutter and the window glass. Even layering helps—put cellular shades or roller shades beneath custom drapery, and you get better insulation than either treatment provides on its own.

Visit SunGard Window Fashions for New Window Treatments near Peoria

If new window treatments are on your list for 2026, stop by our window treatment store near Peoria or schedule a free in-home consultation. We'll show you Hunter Douglas options, custom drapery fabrics, and help you determine what makes sense for your windows and budget.

SunGard Window Fashions serves Peoria, Morton, Washington, Pekin, Dunlap, Edwards, and Brimfield throughout Central Illinois. Call us today to start your new year with new window treatments that perform!