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Window Shade Types: Roman vs. Roller Shades

Custom Window Decor of Jupiter often has clients who cannot decide between Roman and roller shades. Our Hunter Douglas design team explains the specific features and benefits of each type of window shade, helping them choose the one that meets their needs. We’re happy to help anyone figure out the best type of window covering for their home, and comparing these two popular styles will hopefully help you figure out which one is the one that you really want.

Hunter Douglas Vignette® Roman Shades in a living room near Jupiter, FL

Window Shade Type #1: Roman Shades

Roman shades are a classic window treatment known for timeless elegance and versatility. They feature fabric that folds when raised and lays flat when lowered, blocking the light and providing privacy. Hunter Douglas Designer Roman Shades come in various styles, including flat and relaxed.

These sophisticated, tailored shades come in over 25 fabrics and colors, with 4" full folds or 6" flat folds and rolling or stacking styles. Visit our showroom, and we can show you samples with sheer, light filtering, and room-darkening opacities.

Exclusive, contemporary, and globally inspired, Alustra® Woven Textures® Roman Shades are crafted from woven wood in sheer, semi-sheer, and semi-opaque fabric opacities. They have an artisan, sophisticated feel that will augment the appeal of any interior.

These Hunter Douglas Designer Roman Shades come in three styles: Roman, Waterfall Roman, and drapery. The Roman shades are made from durable reeds, wood, grasses, and bamboo, so not only will they add natural beauty to your home, but they won't stretch, bow, or break either.

Window Shade Type #2: Roller Shades

Roller shades are sleek and modern, with a single piece of fabric that rolls up and down on a roller – it's a simple, effective design. They're also available in a wide range of materials, including blackout, sheer, and solar fabrics, for flexible levels of light filtration and privacy.

Hunter Douglas offers a wide selection of custom roller shades:

Available in over 370 fabrics and colors, these modern roller shades have a tailored, minimalistic design.

These shades protect your home's interior from UV rays and are available in over 130 fabrics and colors.

Hunter Douglas Designer Banded Shades offer adjustable, layered, solid, and sheer fabric bands made from luxurious fabrics.

These stunning roller shades are crafted with artfully designed, globally sourced fabrics.

These upscale roller shades feature fabric-covered, horizontal battens with an eye-catching, structured look and front-rolling fabrics.

And now for something different: Sonnette® Roller Shades feature a cellular design for energy efficiency built into a gently curved roller shade.

Which Window Shade Type Should You Choose?

Consider style, functionality, and maintenance requirements when comparing Roman and roller shades. Roman shades provide traditional elegance and detailing, with soft folds and a tailored appearance.

Roller shades are perfect for a more minimalist and contemporary look. Both options have different features and upgrades, like exclusive fabrics and PowerView® Automation.

We know that choosing between these two window treatments can be challenging! That's why we recommend comparing the options in person during a consultation.

Compare Roman and Roller Shades at the Custom Window Decor of Jupiter

If you are shopping for Roman and roller shades near Jupiter, Florida, contact us for an appointment, and we'll walk you through our Hunter Douglas custom window treatment selections. We serve clients in North Palm Beach County, Jupiter, Tequesta, Palm Beach Gardens, and North Palm Beach, FL.