Various Roman Shades
Double Roman Shades
Double roman shades contain two parts: front-shade and back-shade. This type of roman shade offers an elegant look. The front shade is designed either lifted or partially lifted, which creates a graceful appearance. The shades use two different types of materials -heavier and lighter. Heavier material offers privacy and lighter material is to get control at the time when main shade is open. You can create wide variety of designs with the different types of textures available in double roman shades.
Insulated Roman Shades
Unlike Double, insulated roman shades have only one piece. The window-side layer of this shade has an insulated piece of fabric. Insulated shades are made from different types of materials. The most important benefit of these shades is that they block more light. They also let you enjoy some privacy. The insulating fabric attached to the inner parts of the shade allows you to have the lightweight look.
How to Select or Make Roman Shades
If you decide to buy roman shades, you can then find numerous models readily available in several outlets. You can select any of the elegant ready-to-hang designs or can design your own shade. You can even combine these two options by specifying the type of fabric used for the ready-made shade.
If you want to design the roman shades on your own, you need to ensure that you have sewing skills and the essential tools. The shades tend to lift in sections and you need to sew in several places, where the shades fold. The tools are required to make the lifting mechanism. You need to use the tools to create eyelets through which you insert the cords, which are helpful in lifting the shades.
Designing on your own is an amazing way to express your creativity. In addition, you can enjoy more fun while making them. You can add a classic touch to your home decor with the help of unique designs.
It is worth to consider some important factors before making the roman shades on your own. You need to decide a suitable design, fabric and materials. It is advisable to find a pattern, which you can make without any difficulty. You need to read all the instructions so that you can understand the process fully. You are required to make measurements carefully, which helps you to sew the shade perfectly. You can allow some excess material to sew the edges.
You can revamp the roman shade window using wall hangings, dried flowers and drapery. Framing a roman shade can enhance its appearance. The double roman shade with a light fabric looks lovely with a lightweight drapery hanging. You can even decorate the shade in a classic style. You can make dried flower arrangements around your window, which can create a splendid frame for the roman shade.
