PowerView® Automation
Program your window treatments so that they adjust themselves automatically, creating the perfect room ambiance morning, noon and night.
Sheer Shades
Learn more about Hunter Douglas custom window sheers, including our shadings and privacy sheers. Innovative, light-diffusing sheers. Your trusted source for window treatments.
Cellular Shades
Cellular honeycomb shades from Hunter Douglas. An energy-efficient design that traps air in distinct pockets to help keep your house cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
Roman Shades
Custom-made fabric Roman Shades by Hunter Douglas, combining the look of soft folds with the ease and convenience of a shade. Custom-crafted.
Roller Shades
The Hunter Douglas roller shades & solar screen shades collections offer excellent light control and a clean, stylish look in a range of fabrics and materials.
Woven Shades
For a warm, natural look our Hunter Douglas Woven Wood Shades collection of window treatments transforms sunlight into captivating design statements. Choose yours today.
Vertical Shades
Find the right custom vertical shades for any room in your home. Search our most popular window shades.
Wood Blinds
From controlling light to their stylish, sleek look, wood blinds have been a favorite among homeowners for decades.
Metal Blinds
Find the perfect metal blinds for any room in your home. From controlling light to their stylish, sleek look, metal blinds have been a favorite among homeowners.
Vertical Blinds
Discover Hunter Douglas customized vertical blinds featuring elegant styling and translucency in a large selection of colors, treatments, and textures. Lifetime guarantee.
Shutters
Hunter Douglas custom window shutters provide superior light control and privacy with classic styles, long-lasting finishes, and exceptional craftsmanship.
Drapery
Choose from timeless and on-trend fabrics, including lofty textures and alluring jacquards, artisanal embroideries and luminous sheers.
Light Enhancing
Enjoy the beauty of natural light and make any space more captivating, with the following light-enhancing shades.
Room Darkening
Want a darker room for better sleep or optimal movie binging? These shades and drapes help block light at the window.
Energy Efficient
Live comfortably and save energy with these shades. Designer to keep a room warm in the winter and cool in the summer.
Door Coverings
Manage natural light and add privacy with these window treatments that work well for sliding-glass and patio doors.
Sound Absorption
Create a quieter, more relaxing room with these window treatments, which help absorb sound, reducing exterior noise.
Top-Down Bottom-Up
For privacy and natural light, position shades from the top, bottom or both. These shades have this feature available.
Motorized Window Coverings
Enjoy the convenience of motorized window coverings.
Consumer Financing by Wells Fargo
We offer financing options for our customers, subject to approved credit.
Window Covering Measuring & Installations
Our measuring and installation service will ensure an exact fit for your window coverings.
Window Tinting
Everyone is familiar with traditional window coverings like blinds, shades and drapes, but many people are unaware of residential window films and window tinting.
About Us
Rico's Window Coverings & Films was founded in 1958 by Rico H. Morotti, who began a draperies business out of his home. We’ve been family-owned and operated ever since, serving the greater Sacramento area for three generations.
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Scandinavian vs. Nordic Interior Design
Scandinavian design refers to styles from Norway, Denmark, and Sweden, and Nordic design encompasses a broader region, including Finland and Iceland. Some use Scandinavian and Nordic interior design interchangeably. However, despite many commonalities, such as the emphasis on creating a warm and cozy atmosphere, there are notable differences between the two styles. Here at Rico's Window Coverings & Films in Sacramento, CA, we'd like to take a closer look at the differences between Scandinavian and Nordic design so that our customers find the perfect window treatments for each interior design style.
Color Palettes Range With Cultural Nuances
Scandinavian design is about creating a relaxing space with clean lines and simplicity that evoke the sense of hygge (pronounced "hoo-guh"), a Danish and Norwegian concept that embodies a feeling of comfort, coziness, and contentment. Its simple design features furniture and home decor in hues of soft grays, white, beige, and cream colors. Most Scandinavian designers recommend keeping color tones aligned for a harmonious vibe. Nordic design also aims to create a cozy atmosphere and incorporates neutral tones. However, Nordic design tends also to incorporate bolder colors and contrasts. In particular, Finnish design is renowned for its bold, nature-inspired patterns. Iconic prints on throw pillows, wall art, and decor feature vibrant colors and striking motifs, often inspired by Finland's natural landscapes, flora, and fauna. These designs bring a lively, dynamic element to interiors.
Subtle Differences in Functional Furniture Pieces
Furniture in Scandinavian and Nordic homes often features space-saving and multifunctional designs. For example, desks mounted to the wall, extended tables, ottomans that double as storage, and modular sofas are commonplace. In this way, these design styles have influenced contemporary design. However, there are some subtle differences in these pieces. Scandinavian design uses light wood for furniture builds. If metal is incorporated, it is typically stainless steel and brushed finishes used only sparingly, not to overpower the natural wood. Conversely, Nordic design features darker woods and pronounced use of raw or aged metals.
The Best Window Treatments for Each
If you are going more for a Scandinavian home aesthetic, Scandinavian shades are the best window treatment. Shades contribute to the overall minimalist look with clean lines and functional simplicity. Choose neutral colors to continue with the gentle earth tones of the design. Further, shades in woven natural materials are popular in Scandinavian homes. Those favoring Nordic design should opt for Nordic shutters and blinds. For example, in a Nordic-inspired living room, wood shutters from rich, dark-stained wood provide excellent light control and privacy and contribute to the cozy atmosphere. Additionally, metal blinds add visual interest and a contemporary edge to the Nordic space.
Shop for Your Scandinavian and Nordic Window Treatments Near Sacramento, California
Here at Rico's Window Coverings & Films, we offer a wide variety of the industry's top shades, shutters, and blinds. Our design team will help you choose the best options for your Scandinavian or Nordic-inspired home. We are family-owned and operated and have served Sacramento, Folsom, El Dorado Hills, Roseville, Rocklin, and Granite Bay, CA, for three generations. Request your consultation today to start your journey of transforming your living space!