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Little Known Facts About Balloon Shades

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Types Of Shades

Decorating your home can be one of the most rewarding yet time consuming projects you can take on. With so many options for window treatments available, it’s difficult to even determine your tastes and style. However, the window treatment getting the most attention from interior designers are modern window shades. Rather than hanging curtains which require layers upon layers of fabric, frills, sheer linings, and curtain rods, modern shades are a simply designed window treatment that is mounted to inside of the window frame creating a much more minimalistic look that doesn’t intrude into the space of the room. In general, the two most popular types of modern shades are:

  • Roman – Roman shades are the simplest form of window shade consisting of only a sheet of fabric covering the window. As it is drawn the fabric folds underneath itself to create a beautiful cascading look popular in contemporary homes.
  • Balloon – Balloon roman shades are a type of roman shade that is a good compromise between traditional curtains and modern shades. Rather than folding when drawn, balloon shades “balloon” outwards into the room in a three dimensional fashion.

Balloon Shades Vs. Roman Shades

Like any window treatment, there is no right or wrong choice. All custom roman shades have their benefits and drawbacks depending on your personal taste. However, both benefit from having an interior mounting system that hides all brackets, hardware, and curtain rods. This style of mounting makes both traditional and balloon shades a great choice. If you are reluctant to make your home seem too contemporary, or if you just appreciate elaborate fabric patterns, balloon shades are a great choice. However for the ultimate contemporary design, traditional roman shades are sure to make your home both modern and inviting with an ease of operation that surpasses any other window treatment.