Natural bamboo roman shades are a simple yet elegant choice in window treatments that will not only add to your décor but also provide a barrier to the sun and privacy from the neighbors. This type of window covering comes in many colors and styles of bamboo material and also can be made to pre fit a window or custom made according to your needs. The traditional bamboo roman shades look features bamboo material that is thinly sliced and matted with cords through the slats so that when the cord is pulled, the shade goes up in a tightly bundled together look. They also can be created in flat bamboo checkerboard styles like you see in the bottom picture. These kinds of bamboo shades have no virtually no folds when lowered.
Materials for regular types of roman shades are widely varied, depending on the look you want to achieve. Fabric is the most obvious choice and just about any type of fabric will work. If you want a soft, light diffusing fabric that adds privacy but doesn’t darken the room much, you can use a sheer fabric as the material. As previously discussed in our opening paragraph, many other things besides fabric can be used, to add unique texture and style as well as just color. Wood, rattan, reeds and bamboo are our favorite materials to make roman shades from and each will offer its own unique feel to the room.
One point to mention for saftey is that there has been concern over the cord system in traditional roman shades. Homes with small children may be better off in purchasing one of the new cordless styles that are now available to avoid any chance of injury from the hanging cords. You can even buy these window treatments that are essentially motorized blinds and they even come with a remote control to raise and lower them! I love that feature!
For those concerned about trying to stay eco-friendly, natural bamboo roman shades have become a very popular choice in recent years. Part of this reason is exactly because of the environmental benefits of using bamboo rather than wood. Bamboo is a much faster growing plant than a normal hardwood tree but still has the rich look of expensive hardwoods. This makes it a much more sustainable material and therefore has less of a negative impact on the environment. Bamboo is also a beautiful product and adds depth and richness to your decor.
Bamboo roman shades can range in price quite extensively. Top of the line choices will, of course, cost more than poorly made cheap bamboo roman shades. However, if you look around and compare your options, you should be able to locate bamboo roman shades that will suit both your décor and your budget. Whatever your choice may be, you can be sure that this style of window covering will enhance the look of every single room you use it in.
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