Every detail in your commercial space sends a message—to clients, employees, and even potential partners. While furniture and lighting often get the spotlight, the right commercial shades work behind the scenes to influence comfort, branding, and energy use. The right shades can elevate your professional image and improve daily operations.
If you’ve read our related article, you already know how impactful the right selection can be. Now, let’s take a closer look at how to choose the best shade solution for your specific business environment.
Understand Your Business Needs
Start by considering your primary goals. Are you looking to block sunlight? Add privacy? Match a specific color scheme? Reduce energy costs? Understanding your business’s day-to-day needs will guide your selection. For example:
- Healthcare offices may prioritize privacy and easy cleaning.
- Retail stores need sun control without blocking visibility.
- Restaurants and cafés want ambiance and light filtering.
Identifying your goals ensures you invest in shades that truly serve your space.
Match Shade Styles to Functional Needs
Each commercial setting has unique demands. Fortunately, we offer a full line of commercial-grade options from trusted brands like Graber, Alta, Norman, and Insolroll—each with solutions that blend function and form.
1. Solar Shades
Perfect for storefronts, lobbies, and offices with large windows. These shades reduce glare, maintain views, and protect against UV rays.
Best for: Retail shops, office buildings, open-concept workspaces
Pro Tip: Go with a higher openness factor for more visibility or a lower one for more privacy.
2. Roller Shades
Roller shades offer a clean, modern look while being highly functional and easy to operate. Choose from light-filtering or blackout fabrics.
Best for: Conference rooms, restaurants, schools
Why it works: Their sleek design fits modern interiors, and motorization adds convenience.
3. Dual Shades
These versatile shades give you two layers—sheer and opaque—so you can shift between filtered light and full privacy.
Best for: Offices, salons, day spas
Style perk: Dual shades let you control natural light flowing without sacrificing discretion.
4. Natural Woven Shades
Handcrafted from natural materials like grasses and bamboo, these add warmth and texture to any commercial space.
Best for: Boutique retail, hospitality, wellness centers
Bonus: They pair beautifully with blackout liners for added light control.
5. Cellular Shades
Engineered for energy efficiency, these honeycomb-structured shades trap air to help regulate indoor temperatures.
Best for: Schools, healthcare offices, government buildings
Added value: Their insulation helps reduce HVAC costs year-round.
6. Zebra Shades
Also known as transitional shades, these combine alternating bands of sheer and opaque fabric for dynamic light control.
Best for: Creative studios, coworking spaces, modern office suites
Great fit: When you want a bold design feature without giving up function.
Don’t Forget Motorization & Smart Controls
Today’s commercial window shades for business go beyond cords. With our advanced motorization options, you can control your shades via remote, smartphone app, or even voice command. It’s not just convenient—it’s professional.
You can also schedule open/close times to align with your business hours or let smart sensors adjust automatically based on sunlight. Brands like Insolroll and Alta offer smart solutions that work with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and most building automation systems.
Consider Branding and Customization
Want to make your space unforgettable? Custom shades for offices can reflect your company colors, textures, and even logos. For next-level impact, integrate Tableaux Decorative Grilles for architectural interest on office window treatment benefits, doors, or partition walls.
Looking for more style inspiration? You’ll find ideas in our previous article on commercial shade design.
Prioritize Professional Installation
Commercial projects have high stakes—tight timelines, code compliance, and building access logistics. That’s why our expert installers handle every detail. We provide:
- Free In-Office Consultations
- On-site Measuring for Precision Fit
- Code-Compliant, Safe Installations
- Post-Installation Walkthrough & Support
With Made in the Shade North Jersey, you don’t just get shades—you get peace of mind.
Local Business Applications
Here’s a quick overview of common commercial use cases and our top product recommendations:
- Restaurants & Cafés: Roller Shades, Sheer Shades
- Offices: Solar Shades, Dual Shades
- Healthcare Spaces: Cellular Shades, Zebra Shades
- Retail Stores: Natural Woven Wood Shades, Roller Shades
- Classrooms & Labs: Solar Shades, Motorized Shades
Why Choose Made in the Shade North Jersey?
We’re proud to be North Jersey’s trusted partner for premium commercial window coverings for businesses. Here’s what sets us apart:
- Top national brands like Graber, Alta, Norman, and Insolroll
- Customized recommendations for your industry
- Smart shade options for modern businesses
- Expert design guidance—without the showroom hassle
And yes, we’ll bring the showroom to you!
Let’s Transform Your Commercial Space
Whether you’re opening a new location or upgrading an existing one, we’re here to help you choose the right shades with confidence. Our team will guide you through style, function, and installation—every step of the way.
Get started today. Request a Free Consultation and let Made in the Shade North Jersey show you what’s possible.
