Monadnock Shutter & Shade

10/02/2026

Sometimes, two shades really are better than one.

Norman Window Fashions Day & Night and SmartFit Dual Cellular Shades both give you the benefits of two different fabrics at one window.

With Day & Night, two fabrics are combined into one shade, allowing you to transition between light filtering and room darkening depending on what you need.

With Dual Shades, two shades work in tandem but operate independently. Raise or lower either fabric on its own for even more flexibility with light, privacy, and coverage throughout the day.

Two different approaches to the same idea: getting more function, flexibility, and control out of a single window treatment.

09/30/2026

Fall launches are here from two of our favorites in the Springs Window Fashions family!

Graber and Horizons have rolled out new fabrics, fresh hardware, smarter motorization, beautiful new naturals, and some thoughtful product improvements for Fall 2026. We took a closer look at what’s new, what we’re excited about, and what these updates mean for your windows.

Check out our latest Vendor Spotlight for Graber Blinds and Horizons Window Fashions:

It’s been a while since we’ve put the spotlight on Springs Window Fashions, the parent company behind several names in the window treatment world. At Monadnock Shutter & Shade, two of the Springs brands you’ll find in our showroom are Graber and Horizons Window Fashions, and both have some...

09/25/2026

Hard-to-reach skylights? That’s where automation earns its keep.

We installed Bliss automated Alta Window Fashions cellular skylight shades to add light control and insulation without having to climb a ladder to adjust the shades.

09/22/2026

We want to give a big thank you to everyone who has been visiting our showroom lately! Even with the downtown construction, everyone's busy schedules, and our own showroom construction and reorganization happening at the same time, we have been blown away by the amount of walk-in traffic we continue to see.

Whether folks are coming in to see what options are available, look at products and samples in person, ask questions, talk through upcoming projects, or start a conversation about an in-home consultation, we appreciate every person who takes the time to stop by.

We'll see you soon in beautiful downtown Keene!

09/21/2026

These Norman USA Solar Roller shades in 3% 'Jubilee, Coal' help soften the sun and reduce glare while keeping the room bright and the views open. We used motorization where it was needed and cordless operation where the shades were within easy reach.

09/16/2026

Natural shades are one of our favorite ways to bring texture, warmth, and natural color to a space. They can make a beautiful statement on their own, but what we really love is how versatile they are across different styles and applications.

In this customer’s home, we used them in two very different ways. On the porch, Graber Blinds Tradewinds Natural Shades in 'Lipo, Ambrosia' add warmth and texture to an already spectacular wall of windows, with the classic look and operation of a Roman shade.

In the kitchen, Norman USA Natural Roller Shades in 'Samoa, Daylight' bring that same beautiful woven texture to the windows, paired with the clean, straightforward operation of a roller shade.

Same natural warmth and texture, but two completely different looks and functions, providing flexibility that can be a great option for so many spaces.

09/15/2026

These Norman USA Ultimate Faux Wood Blinds give this porch the light and privacy control it needs while keeping the windows looking clean and classic. A simple update that makes the whole space feel more like another room of the home.

09/14/2026

A little chill is in the air, and the leaves are starting to change here in downtown Keene. Fall is coming, and while we love the views and weather that come with it, there’s one thing we hear a lot this time of year: “Once the leaves fall, I feel like I’m living in a fishbowl.”

If this sounds familiar, you are not alone. Check out our newest blog post and stop by our showroom to learn about options for your space. You don't need to feel like you are on display when the leaves fall.

There’s a certain point every fall when you look out the window and realize just how much has changed. The trees that gave you a beautiful wall of leaves all summer are suddenly bare, and with them goes a little bit of privacy. We hear it all the time: “Once Fall hits, I feel like I’m living i...

09/14/2026

Cordless is typically the standard for shades today, but it isn't always the right solution for every window.

For these large windows in a converted industrial building, a cordless shade would simply be out of reach. A continuous cord loop provides accessible, functional operation while working with the scale of the windows.

The top-down, bottom-up operation gives the homeowner flexibility to adjust the shades from either direction, bringing in natural light while maintaining privacy where it matters.