Roller Shades Are An Easy Choice As A Different Type Of Window Treatment

Roller Shades Are An Easy Choice As A Different Type Of Window Treatment

Roller Shades are no longer relegated to that plain vanilla cloth shade that many of us remember. Roller shades are still an easy and simple choice for your windows, but today’s styles and patterns and colors are vibrant and varied and offer a renewed way to freshen your home. They are a wonderful addition to any room and will complement the feel of your home from traditional to casual to modern.  Let’s break down why roller shades are an easy choice as a different type of window treatment.

1. The Look

Roller shades are available in endless colors from neutrals to brights. Nowadays you can choose from fabric, vinyl, or sheerweave in interesting textures, complex patterns and custom prints, letting your personality shine through your shades. Their sleekness will not feel bulky or get in the way, making them the ideal choice for any window. Plus, they can even fit over doors.

Collage of four images showing various roller shades in different rooms, including living room, kitchen, and dining area

Two rooms with window treatments: one with white roller shades, the other with floral and geometric patterned shades

With a never-ending variety of colors and patterns, roller shades can blend in or stand out.

2. The Ease

Roller shades install in a snap and don’t have complicated pull mechanisms like other window treatments, but they do come with different options for their operation. Choose from cord control, cordless spring control, or motorized. Cleaning is a breeze too! Just wipe with a damp cloth.

Child's bedroom with purple shade and pink decor; formal living room with large windows, chandelier, dark furnitureCordless is a safe chose for a nursery or kid’s room, while motorized is amazing for hard to reach windows.

Large dark gray roller shade covering a window in a bedroom and bathroom setting

Their ease and durability makes roller shades ideal for every window from bedroom to bathroom. Try blackout roller shades in places where light control and privacy is a must.

3. The Value

Did you know that roller shades have been adorning homes since the 1700’s? Plus, the simplicity of their design has always made them an affordable option. If you want to give your shades a little “oomph,” try adding a valance or drapery. Either way, with roller shades you will achieve both style and value.

Bedroom with beige roller shades and red curtains; dining nook with floral valances and white blinds

You can color coordinate or make the perfect match with roller shade options.

Vintage ad for Hartshorn's Shade Rollers with a man using a roller shade on a beige background

These print ads from the early 1900’s say it all!  Roller shades are an easy choice as a different type of window treatment and have even adorned the White House and Capitol Building. Make roller shades your choice for sleek and easy window treatments. For more window treatment inspiration, be sure to visit “The Ultimate Guide to Window Treatment Ideas”.