Types of Shades Made with Natural Materials

Shades made with natural materials have a refined, understated aesthetic that fits beautifully into nearly any décor style. Natural materials offer the functionality of traditional shade fabrics but offer a softer appearance that makes rooms more inviting and that give the impression of comfort and sustainability. Alexander Blank Fabrics & Design has several woven natural shade options to choose from, and we’ll help you find the perfect materials to accent your home’s interior.

Natural Woven Shades Near Lutherville, MD

If you’re seeking the ultimate natural shades experience, Provenance® Woven Wood Shades are a fantastic choice. They feature 100% organic materials, including wood, reeds, grasses, and bamboo, and are handwoven using a specialized technique that minimizes bowing and stretching. Naturally occurring color variations in the materials result in shades with one-of-a-kind appeal. Over 80 color and material combinations are available in several styles, including Roman, Recessed Roman, and Waterfall Roman. Provenance® Woven Wood Shades are available with optional liners or in the top-down/bottom-up design. Elevate the look of these shades with custom valances and edge banding.

Modern Roman Shades Near Lutherville, MD

Although Roman shades have been fashionable window coverings for centuries, they have undergone subtle style changes to remain on-trend. Today’s Roman shades use innovative materials and modern operating systems, including PowerView® Automation. Alustra® Woven Textures® Roman Shades are a refined take on the style with an understated yet sophisticated appeal. Customize the ambiance in a room with sheer, semi-sheer, or semi-opaque fabrics in exclusive designs from Lori Weitzner. An optional independent liner enhances light control; you can select the top-down/bottom-up design for more versatility. If you’re covering expansive windows, consider the two-on-one headrail option.

Woven Roller Shades Near Lutherville, MD

Alustra® Woven Textures® Roller Shades are an artistic innovation for your windows. The design-inspired fabrics feature globally sourced materials and intriguing textures. Add a top or bottom treatment and exclusive hardware options to elevate the appearance of your shades. You can also conceal the headrail with a valance and front-rolling fabric. Increase your light control with the Duolite® feature, which places an opaque liner behind a sheer front shade, or choose the dual roller design, which lets you hang any two fabrics on the same window.

Alustra® Woven Textures® Optional Accents

Bring additional flair to your Alustra® Woven Textures® shades with these accents:

Alustra® Woven Textures® Roman Shades

• Metal headrail with valance.
• Fabric-covered metal headrail without valance.
• Traditional wooden headrail with valance.

Alustra® Woven Textures® Roller Shades

• Small or Large Cassette.
• Small or Large Square Cassette.
• 4” Fasciaur.

Bottom Treatment Options for All Alustra® Woven Textures® Shades

• Fabric-wrapped standard bar.
• Flat metal bar.
• Fabric-wrapped flat bar.
• Sewn-in hem.

Reasons to Choose Natural Shades

The organic textures of natural shades bring inviting warmth to a space. They gently diffuse sunlight while providing UV protection. Their natural materials also make them an eco-conscious choice because they don’t produce harmful substances during manufacturing and can be a more sustainable choice when you update your window treatments. Natural shades are also incredibly durable and require little maintenance.

Tips for Incorporating Natural Shades Into Your Home

You can make natural materials work in any interior design style if you follow these tips:

• Stick with neutral hues, like beige, cream, or gray, to enhance the earthy texture of the shades.
• Use hardware finishes like brushed nickel, bronze, or metallic colors to bring natural shades into a modern aesthetic.
• Hanging shades just above the window frame creates an awkward gap between it and the ceiling, which breaks up the space. Instead, install natural shades just below the ceiling or several inches above the window frame.
• Try layering drapes in complementary colors and fabrics over your shades to increase depth and visual interest. Linen and cotton are excellent fabrics to pair with natural shades, and you can choose a bold color to create contrast.

Introduce stunning texture to your home with shades made with natural materials from Alexander Blank Fabrics & Design. We are the area’s premier Hunter Douglas dealer, offering motorized window treatments, including PowerView® Automation and SoftTouch® Motorization. An interior design consultation with our team of talented designers, expert seamstresses, and certified designers can update any interior space.

We also offer upscale custom drapery, furniture, wall coverings, and more.

Shop our selection in person at 2151 York Road, Ste A in Lutherville, or request a complimentary consultation online. Alexander Blank Fabrics & Design proudly serves Lutherville-Timonium and the greater Baltimore Metro area.