Next Day Blinds

Next Day Blinds began in 1993, building a strong presence as a manufacturer and retailer of custom window coverings throughout the Mid-Atlantic. The company became known for its ability to deliver high-quality, made-to-measure blinds and shades with a notably fast turnaround, often fulfilling orders within days. Its vertically integrated approach, with manufacturing based in Jessup, Maryland, allowed the company to maintain close control over quality while efficiently serving both residential and commercial customers.

By the early 2000s, Next Day Blinds had grown to more than 30 retail showrooms across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. As of October 2019, the company operated 31 stores, making it a familiar name in the region’s window coverings market. The showroom-based retail format required visible, accessible locations, often in high-traffic areas, which contributed to the brand’s prominence in local shopping centers and commercial corridors.

A significant milestone in the company’s history occurred in late 2019, when Next Day Blinds ceased all retail and manufacturing operations. This decision followed its acquisition by Hunter Douglas, a global leader in window coverings. After November 2019, the Next Day Blinds brand and assets became part of the Hunter Douglas portfolio, marking the end of its independent operations. No new stores are planned, and the brand no longer maintains an active retail footprint.

Over the last five years leading up to its closure, Next Day Blinds faced increasing competition from online retailers and broader shifts in consumer buying habits. Its transition reflects larger trends in the window coverings industry, including consolidation among major players and a move toward e-commerce and national brands. For those in commercial real estate, the company’s regional scale, showroom-driven model, and eventual absorption by an industry leader illustrate how evolving retail strategies and market dynamics can reshape the demand for retail space.