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More and more homeowners are choosing Roman shades for window coverings. Characterized by soft folds of fabric which cascade when pulled up, this customizable window treatment is easy to use and regularly evolves with the changing design trends.
Roman shades were invented by (you guessed it) the Roman aristocracy when they felt a need to shelter themselves from the sun at the colosseum games. Today, Roman shades are a popular decorative and functional window covering that comes in many types, styles and fabric options.
There are many reasons why you would choose Roman shades over traditional drapes.
If you’re considering buying this type of window dressing, here are some of the different types of Roman shades from which to choose.
These are available in almost any fabric you would like. They can have light filtering or blackout lining and/or interlining and can be made in almost any size. These shades can operate with cords, be cordless or motorized. They are also available top down/bottom up, but that feature is limited to a cord lock mechanism in most cases.
These unique shades from Hunter Douglas have specific fabrics available but can be stacked or rolled up into a headrail. They can come cordless top down/bottom up, with a retractable cord mechanism or motorized. They also have an option for light filtering or blackout lining and are clean looking from the back because the operational cords are hidden inside the layers of fabric. This is also the most child safe.
The image to the right is a Vignette Modern Roman shade and a Traditional Roman shade for comparison.
These are available from a few different manufacturers such as Horizon Window Fashions and come in a select number of light filtering, room darkening and sheer fabrics. These shades are the least expensive option for a Roman shade, but lack the rich feel of a custom Roman fabric shade.
Horizons also offers a “twin” shade that can have a separate liner in the back for a more versatile application.
This dual shade system has a beautiful Roman shade on the front and a practical roller shade on the back that acts like a movable lining.
Another popular application of Roman Shades are Faux (non-working) Roman shades. These help dress a window without the expense of the extra fabric, labor and mechanism. These can be done in many styles and fabrics with endless combinations of fabric and trim. Because they don’t work, they have a lasting beauty that can hide more durable functional shades underneath.
Different manufacturers have different names for the different styles of Roman shades, but the basic styles are as follows:
If you’ve been looking for the perfect window treatment, consider Roman shades. They offer a wide variety of colors, textures and materials with a choice of folds that will complement your home. And if you want help in selecting the right window treatment for your home, contact Simply Windows for an appointment.
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