Roman Blinds

Whether you are a professional interior designer or taking the task of designing your home upon yourself, you will find Roman blinds are usually the answer to your window covering questions.

Roman blinds are a unique window covering that uses fabric to completely cover the surface of the window. This coverage allows rooms to be completely darkened, which is important for those light-sensitive sleepers. Unlike traditional mini blinds, Roman shades softly fold the fabric as the blind is raised. These blinds are available widely for all sizes of budgets or the blinds themselves can be made using fabric that matches or coordinates with your room design. Furthermore, Roman blinds are available for all sizes and shapes of windows, so you are sure to find something that fits those oddly shaped or sized windows in your home.

Many designers choose Roman blinds because of their appearance. Typically, mini blinds or the two inch wooden blinds that are growing in popularity are topped with an additional window treatment to soften or even hide that look of the window covering. This not only adds to the cost of the overall budget, causing your budget to be stretched to the maximum, but also creates another hassle commonly associated with interior design. Instead of having to find additional window coverings for your windows, Roman blinds are often enough, since the fabric allows for a softer appearance than traditional blinds, but still provides privacy and blocks light.

If you are interested in making your own Roman blinds, the task is quite simple and the entire project is incredibly inexpensive. Instead of shelling out enormous amounts of cash on custom made blinds, you can create your own custom blinds in fabric that coordinates specifically with your room for much less. Most fabric stores or sewing shops offer classes in how to construct Roman shades for a nominal fee. Also, turn to decorating magazines, books, publications, and television programs to find out exactly how to make Roman blinds specifically with your home’s décor and windows in mind.

Whether you are looking to enhance a country themed room with feminine floral Roman blinds or want a more modern look with a crisp white blind, the sky is the limit! Look to different colors, textures, and patterns of fabrics to create unique looks. For those less crafty, embellish store bought blinds with decorative trims and elements to customize a pre-made set of window dressings. By simply adding a stunning Grosgrain ribbon in a contrasting color, adding elegant trim around the bottom of the blinds, or stamping a unique design directly onto the Roman blinds, you can dramatically change the look of a mass produced blind for just pennies.