Custom Window Coverings in Ames, IA
Elevate Your Ames Home With Custom Window Coverings
Brackets Custom Window Coverings helps Ames homeowners find window treatments that truly fit their homes. Since 1996, our family-owned company has provided custom shades, shutters, draperies, and blinds designed around each customer’s space and preferences.
Unlike off-the-shelf options from big box stores, custom window coverings are measured specifically for your windows and ordered to match your home’s style and functional needs. Our team guides you through the entire process, from selecting the right materials to professional installation, so your finished window treatments look great and operate exactly as intended.
Your Window Covering Options in Ames
Every home has different lighting, privacy, and layout considerations. Brackets Custom Window Coverings offers a wide range of solutions to help you find the right balance of style and functionality.
Custom Window Shades
Shades are one of the most versatile window treatment options for modern homes. With a wide selection of fabrics, textures, and opacity levels, they can filter natural light while still providing privacy.
Popular shade styles include:
Cellular shades, which add insulation and improve energy efficiency
Roman shades, known for their timeless folded design
Roller shades, offering clean lines and simple operation
Woven wood shades, made from natural materials for added texture
Sheer shades, which soften sunlight while maintaining visibility
Many shade systems can also be upgraded with PowerView® Automation, allowing you to control them through an app, remote, or voice assistant.
Custom Draperies
Custom draperies add softness and dimension to windows while helping manage privacy and light. Brackets offers a wide selection of premium fabrics through Carole Fabrics, a trusted Hunter Douglas partner.
Homeowners often choose draperies for:
Large windows and sliding doors
Layering with shades or blinds
Creating room-darkening environments
Adding warmth and texture to living spaces
Because draperies are custom-fabricated, you can select fabrics, hardware finishes, pleat styles, and lining options that match your home’s aesthetic.
Interior Window Shutters
Shutters are known for their durability and timeless appearance. They provide excellent light control and can complement both traditional and contemporary homes.
Available options include:
Hardwood shutters for natural warmth and elegance
Composite shutters that combine durability with the look of real wood
Vinyl shutters that are designed to perform well in high-humidity areas such as bathrooms
Shutters can also be built for specialty window shapes, including arches, French doors, and patio doors.
Custom Blinds
Blinds remain a popular choice because they offer precise control over natural light. Slats can be tilted or adjusted throughout the day to create the ideal lighting level.
Common blind options include:
Genuine wood blinds
Alternative wood blinds
Metal blinds for high-traffic areas
Vertical blinds for sliding doors and tall windows
Blinds can also be paired with smart controls to simplify daily use.
PowerView® Motorized Window Treatments
Automation adds a new level of convenience to modern window coverings.
With PowerView® Automation, you can schedule shades or blinds to adjust automatically throughout the day. This allows you to control privacy, natural light, and indoor comfort without manual adjustments.
Homeowners appreciate automation for several reasons:
Convenient app or remote control
Integration with Alexa, Apple Home, and Google Assistant
Scheduled adjustments for energy efficiency
Cord-free operation that improves child safety
Motorized options are available across many shade, blind, and shutter styles.
Experience the Ames Window Coverings Showroom
Seeing window treatments in person makes a huge difference when choosing the right product. Brackets Custom Window Coverings operates a full showroom at:
215 Alexander Ave, Suite B Ames, IA
The showroom allows homeowners to explore materials, fabrics, and operating systems before making a decision.
During your visit, you can:
Compare Hunter Douglas and Alta window covering products
See full-size samples and hardware options
Test manual and automated controls
Speak directly with experienced specialists
The Ames showroom is one of only two Hunter Douglas showrooms in Central Iowa, providing homeowners with access to a wide range of premium window-covering solutions.
Why Local Matters: The Brackets Difference
Choosing a local company makes a real difference when investing in custom window coverings.
Brackets Custom Window Coverings has served Central Iowa since 1996, building long-term relationships with homeowners across Ames and surrounding communities.
What sets our team apart:
Family-owned and locally operated
Hunter Douglas certified installers
Dedicated in-house installation team
Administrative support team assisting every project
Hands-on showroom experience
Our guiding philosophy is simple:
The right team, the right plan, the right finish.
From consultation through installation, our goal is to deliver a smooth experience and window coverings that perform beautifully for years to come.
Answers to Common Questions
Homeowners often have a few important questions before choosing custom window coverings.
How durable are custom window treatments?
Our products are built from high-quality materials, including hardwood, composite, vinyl, and premium fabrics designed for long-term performance.
Do window coverings improve energy efficiency?
Yes. Certain styles—particularly cellular shades—add insulation at the window and can help maintain more consistent indoor temperatures.
Are motorized window coverings worth it?
Many homeowners find automation extremely convenient. Scheduled adjustments can improve comfort, privacy, and security while reducing the need for manual adjustments.
Do you offer free consultations in Ames?
Yes. Our team provides complimentary consultations both in-home and at our showroom.
Schedule Your Ames Window Covering Consultation
If you're considering custom shades, blinds, shutters, or draperies, the Brackets team is ready to help. From product selection to final installation, we guide you through every step of the process, helping you find window coverings that enhance both the look and comfort of your home.
Visit our showroom, schedule an in-home consultation, or speak with one of our window covering specialists about your project.