by Stacy Yang
Roman shades are not just a classic. They are elegant and simple, too. The great thing about custom Roman shades is that these are blinds that you are able to install in any room. You will also be able to find these in fabric material if you are not interested in the single material. When you pull on the cord, the blind raises in groups. These are evenly spaced and just look elegant. If you have a more Asian or earthy décor in your home, then you will know that bamboo shades will fit these areas beautifully. As mentioned, the roman blinds fit any room and it will also fit perfectly on your patio door.
Before we shall again behold
In his diurnal race the world’s great eye,
We may as silent be and cold
As are the shades where buried lovers lie.
—Sir William Davenant (1606–1668)
The one place the blinds will look great is at the skylight windows. It is time that you remove the dusty curtains and try something neater and something with more class. If you wish, you could also have the blinds custom made for your home, but do keep in mind that you will be paying extra for this option. Be sure to take correct measurements before placing your order. Another great thing about these blinds is that if you have a problem with outside lights shining in your room you can now enjoy total blackout thanks to the blackout backing.
There are just so many different things you can do with Roman shades, you won't get bored or run out of options. What you could also do is make use of motorized blinds as you might find these to work well too. They are easy to use and allow you to avoid the manual chore of opening and closing them, which isn't much, but it could save a minute or two if that really makes a difference. If this is what you want, then you might as well go for something more usual like the roller blinds. These are also great to have and they look good, so it is a bonus. They are easy to use, and although they don't have a name like Hunter Douglas, they are still popular and available in many different colors and styles.
Oh for some honest lover’s ghost,
Some kind unbodied post
Sent from the shades below!
I strangely long to know
Whether the nobler chaplets wear
Those that their mistress’ scorn did bear,
Or those that were used kindly.
—Sir John Suckling (1609–1642)
Having Roman shades is one thing, but having custom Roman shades is another. When you have something made custom, it is made with your own personal likes included and your dislikes excluded. It says a lot about you and what you prefer, and also the way in which you would have things. Seeing as you are having unique shades in your home, you might also want to make use of one of two awnings to add to the walls to make it even more unique and stand out more. Then you could even add something from your custom Roman shades to the awnings on the walls and see what look you can create. Play with what you have and see what you can do. You never know, you might just have a hidden talent of creativity!
Look at all the shades there are, and you are sure to find some parts that you do not like. Take out what you don't like and replace it with something new, rather than create your design from scratch.