Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Custom Window Treatments for Your Home in Northern Virginia
For over 45 years, Snyder's Shades & Shutters has been a trusted name in Northern Virginia for premium window treatments. Founded in 1972 as a hardware store, we transitioned our focus to custom window coverings under Marty Simon's leadership, establishing a reputation for quality and personalized service. Our family-run business prioritizes lasting relationships with customers and employees, ensuring every client receives tailored solutions that enhance their living spaces. With decades of experience, we specialize in Hunter Douglas blinds, energy-efficient shades, and durable shutters designed to meet diverse style and functional needs. Our team, led by President Craig Simon, continues Marty's legacy of excellence, combining hands-on expertise with a commitment to customer satisfaction.From initial consultation to expert installation, we deliver window treatments that blend beauty, durability, and practicality. Our offerings include wood and faux wood blinds, honeycomb shades for energy efficiency, and motorized options for modern convenience. Every product is backed by our dedication to quality craftsmanship and attention to detail, ensuring long-lasting performance in any home environment. We take pride in serving multiple generations of families, understanding local market needs, and adapting to evolving design trends. Whether upgrading a single room or outfitting an entire home, our goal remains unchanged: to create inspired spaces that reflect each client's unique vision while maintaining the highest standards of service and integrity.
Services
Custom Blinds
Hunter Douglas Shades
Window Shutters
Energy-Efficient Treatments
Motorized Options
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- Family-owned business with 45+ years of local expertise in window treatments
- Personalized consultations for tailored solutions matching individual needs
- Expert installation by experienced professionals ensuring perfect fit and function
- Exclusive Hunter Douglas products combining innovative design with durability
- Comprehensive selection from energy-efficient shades to motorized options
Services
Custom Blinds
Our custom blinds offer timeless style with modern functionality. Available in wood, faux wood, and aluminum materials, these blinds provide precise light control and durability. The collection includes Parkland Wood Blinds for natural aesthetics and EverWood Alternative Wood Blinds engineered for moisture resistance in kitchens and bathrooms. Each blind is tailored to exact window dimensions for perfect fit and operation.
Hunter Douglas Shades
Premium Hunter Douglas shades combine energy efficiency with elegant design. Duette Honeycomb Shades feature insulating cells that reduce energy costs, while Vignette Modern Roman Shades add luxurious texture. All shades offer light control from sheer to blackout options and are available in motorized configurations for smart home integration.
Window Shutters
Custom-crafted shutters provide lasting beauty and functionality. Our selection includes plantation shutters with adjustable louvers for light control and solid panel options for privacy. Constructed from durable materials, these shutters resist warping and fading while adding architectural interest and increasing home value through timeless design.
Energy-Efficient Treatments
Specialized energy-efficient window treatments reduce heating and cooling costs. Duette Honeycomb Shades feature patented cellular construction that traps air for thermal insulation. These treatments maintain comfortable indoor temperatures year-round while offering light control options and contributing to sustainable home environments through reduced energy consumption.
Motorized Options
PowerView Motorization transforms window treatments into smart home features. Control shades and blinds remotely via smartphone app or voice commands through compatible smart home systems. Automated scheduling adjusts treatments throughout the day for optimal light management, security, and energy efficiency without compromising the aesthetic quality of our premium products.
People
Craig Simon
President and Owner
Craig Simon leads Snyder's Shades & Shutters with 15+ years of hands-on experience. He learned the business from warehouse operations to installation while earning his business degree. As owner since 2017, he maintains his father's customer-first approach while integrating modern solutions for continued excellence in window treatments.
Marty Simon
Founder
Marty Simon established the business in 1972, transitioning from hardware to window treatments. He built the company's reputation for quality and service over 45 years before retiring in 2017. Now enjoying retirement in Florida, he remains proud of creating a legacy business that continues serving Northern Virginia families through his son Craig.
Questions
What types of window treatments do you offer?
We specialize in Hunter Douglas blinds, shades, and shutters including wood blinds, honeycomb shades, roman shades, plantation shutters, and motorized options for complete customization.
Are your window treatments energy efficient?
Yes, our Duette Honeycomb Shades provide exceptional insulation with their cellular design, reducing energy costs by maintaining indoor temperatures while offering light control options for every room.
Do you provide installation services?
Yes, we offer professional installation by experienced technicians ensuring perfect fit and function for all window treatments, from initial measurement to final installation with attention to detail.
Can I get motorized smart home window treatments?
Yes, our PowerView Motorization system allows remote control of shades and blinds via smartphone app or voice commands with smart home integration for automated light management and energy efficiency.
How long have you served Northern Virginia?
We've been serving Northern Virginia since 1972, starting as a hardware store before focusing exclusively on window treatments in 1996, building multi-generational customer relationships over 45+ years.
