What are Roman Shades?

Roman shades are fabric shades that add a distinctive visual with classic folds. At NH Blinds near Manchester, NH, we carry custom window treatments from top brands, including Norman®, Alta®, Draper®, and Pro Design. We’ll help you marry the soft and stylish look of Roman shades with your current interior design that’s perfect for almost every room.

Learn more about versatile Roman shades, how they work, and customization options.

What are Roman Shades for Windows?

Roman window shades have a decorative, sophisticated look, with overlapping, folded fabric that adds depth and visual interest. When you raise them, the fabric stacks into neat folds at the top of the window instead of rolling up and disappearing into a box cover. You can adjust the shade to control light and decide how much of a view you want.

You can select from several different styles to best fit your interior design style:

• Flat/Front Folds: Creates a sleek, clean look. The fabric lies flat and gathers in a straight line at the bottom.
• Full/Soft/Hobbled Folds: The folded fabric billows, adding depth and texture, and has ripples of fabric all the way down.
• Waterfall/Slouch Fold: Fabric hangs straight until it gathers at the bottom in an artistic cascade of flowing fabric.

They’re available in a wide range of fabrics, colors, and patterns when designing your custom Roman shades.

The Benefits of Roman Window Shades

The overlapping fabrics that are so characteristic of Roman Shades add a unique visual layer, but they also add more. They’re a functional window shade that can also contribute to your home’s overall décor.

Some of the top benefits of Roman shades for windows include:

• Versatile design options coordinate with your interior design style.
• Light control and privacy with the shade’s opacity.
• Reduce heat gain and loss and adding insulation at the window.
• Timeless style fits modern and traditional décor.
• Absorb sound to create a quieter, more welcoming environment.

Customizing Your Roman Shades

At NH Blinds, we make it easy for you to customize your Roman shades. We go to your home so you can see how different styles and folds look and create the visual you want.

You can also choose fabric colors and materials that coordinate with your existing design. We’ll show you different opacities and textures so you can see how they add visual interest for a finishing touch. Whether you want something neutral or a color that turns heads, our selection of Roman shades has something for every taste. 

We also measure your windows to ensure a perfect fit, every time.

Contact Us for Custom Roman Shades Near Manchester, NH

Adding custom Roman shades to your home is an elegant way to upgrade your style and add visual and physical warmth. At NH Blinds, we can help you select custom Roman shade fabrics, folds, colors, and patterns to create the look you want. Our team can walk you through the options and fabrics that best complement your home and vision. We also carry other shades, blinds, shutters, and drapery from high-quality brands, including Alta®, Norman®, and Draper®.

Request a consultation by calling (603) 206-9988 or filling out our online contact form. We proudly serve Manchester, NH, as well as Southern New Hampshire, Southwest Maine, and Northern Massachusetts.