Simple Shades with Versatile Style

Q: I'm looking for shades or blinds that don't take up too much space and can fit in almost any window. I'm also hoping to find something that can match my “quirky” style but not too flashy. Any suggestions?

A: Believe it or not, roller shades come in a huge range of colors, textures, and light diffusing options. Decades have passed since vinyl roller shades ruled the windows and it's time for consumers to rethink these basic shades.

First of all, roller shades are low-profile, making them perfect for almost any window. Second, they come in a huge range of colors and textures – everything from bold solids to intricate flowering prints to natural weaves. Third, because of their simple design, roller shades make an elegant addition to any home. And, you can personalize them with custom trim or pulls, too.

They also come in a wide range of light filtering options. Some roller shades diffuse incoming light while others strengthen the privacy of your home. Simply choose the color and determine your lighting preference. Many manufacturers can add liners to improve the privacy or room-darkening features of your shade. With roller shades your options are limitless!

Light and Airy Shades for Spring

Q: My home is getting a makeover and I want to change my window treatments to something “lighter”. Although it's nice to have a light color, I'm actually looking for something that doesn't look as heavy as my old drapes. I guess clean lines are a must, but I don't want it looking too contemporary, either. What's out there that's simple enough for spring and summer but also affordable?

A: You're in luck! Roller shades, pleated shades, cellular (honeycomb) shades, and even mini blinds would suit your needs. All of these have a simple, sleek design that's light on the eye and light on the wallet. The clean lines won't weigh down your windows and, with the exception of mini blinds, all of the shades are available with light-filtering options.

Roller shades are especially well suited for spring because of their simplicity and versatility while cellular and pleated shades bring a slightly more sophisticated look to your windows while still maintaining clean lines. Mini blinds, on the other hand, give you the light control of slat shades without the thick slats, keeping your rooms light and comfortable throughout the year.

Modern/Simple Style

Q: I'm looking for shades that match a modern style but without the trendy contemporary flair. I'm pretty picky about color, too. Any suggestions?

A: Cellular Shades come in all kinds of colors and have a great low-profile design that matches just about every style. The nice clean lines of cellular shades go great with modern rooms, and they come in all kinds of light diffusing and room darkening options, too. Not only do these shades look great, but they also help insulate your windows to save you energy! Cellular shades also hold up well over time and come with all kinds of control options and different shapes to help you coordinate your windows.

Cellular shades are some of the most popular shades on the market today and compliment virtually every style. There are lots of different brands that manufacture cellular shades and you'll probably want to compare your options before you buy.