What Kinds of Shades Go With Window Seats?

Roman

• A Roman shade is typically made of fabric, providing endless pattern, color and texture choices to suit any decorating style. A coordinating fabric can complement a window seat covering, making Roman shades ideal for nearby windows. These shades fold neatly into panels when raised, giving them an attractive, modern appearance. An optional second layer of fabric attaches to the backside of a Roman shade, creating a darker room with more privacy. Expect to pay a hefty price for custom features.

Natural

• Natural shades are a way to add function, texture and visual appeal to your windows. Woven, natural window shades are typically made of bamboo, reeds, grasses or wood. These shades are considered eco-friendly and can complement almost any color palette. Because bamboo is a rapidly renewable source, it is often desired by environmentally-conscious consumers. Optional fabric liners can be attached to a shade's backside, providing light-filtering or blackout privacy.

Roller

• Classic, vinyl roller shades are a budget-friendly way to cover windows above a window seat. However, these spring-loaded roller shades are sometimes flimsy and manufactured with an inferior roller mechanism. Upgrading to a fabric roller shade typically comes with a more reliable roller mechanism and assorted fabric options. Solar shades provide an additional option. These shades are designed to protect furniture from damaging ultraviolet rays, diffuse light, reduce glare, and help control heat gain.

Cellular

• Cellular shades are often called honeycomb shades because of a "beehive" appearance. Fabric layers are joined at the seams, forming insulating air pockets. These “cells” aid in conserving energy and help keep your window seat area warmer in winter and cooler in summer. Cellular shades are available in assorted colors to enhance any window seat decor. They also create a barrier against outside noise and provide privacy when desired.