Flat Roman Shades
Learn More about Flat Roman Shades
What Are Flat Roman Shades?
Flat Roman shades, also commonly called flat fold Roman shades, are a clean and classic Roman shade style. When fully lowered, the front presents a relatively smooth, continuous fabric surface. As the shade is raised, the fabric draws upward from the bottom to form neat horizontal folds.
Compared with Roman shade styles that feature fuller or more pronounced curves, the flat style uses less decorative structure across the front, allowing the fabric itself to become the visual focus. Its clean construction works naturally in both modern and more traditional interiors.
Our current Roman shade selection primarily features the flat style.
A Clean Fabric Face That Highlights Texture
One of the defining features of flat Roman shades is the relatively smooth, uninterrupted fabric surface visible when the shade is lowered. This allows the color and texture of the fabric to stand out more clearly.
Linen and linen-look fabrics can highlight a natural woven texture, while other fabrics and colors can be selected to coordinate with different interiors. Rather than relying on elaborate decorative folds, flat Roman shades place more emphasis on the fabric itself and the clean overall profile of the shade.
This versatile design works well in bedrooms, living rooms, dining rooms, and other spaces. The specific fabric can then be selected according to the light, privacy, and overall design needs of each room.
Sheer, Light-Filtering and Blackout Options
Flat refers to the style and construction of the Roman shade rather than a specific level of light control. The same flat design can be paired with different fabrics to create different lighting effects.
Sheer fabrics preserve more natural light and an airy feel. Light-filtering fabrics soften incoming sunlight while balancing daylight and privacy. For bedrooms or other spaces where stronger light control is preferred, flat blackout Roman shades are also available.
In addition to different fabrics and light-control options, flat Roman shades are available with cordless, corded, and motorized operation, allowing you to choose based on the location and size of the window and how you prefer to use the shade.
Custom Sizes
All of our custom flat Roman shades are made according to the actual width and height of your windows.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions About Flat Roman ShadesWhat are flat Roman shades?
Flat Roman shades feature a relatively smooth, continuous fabric face when fully lowered. As they are raised, the fabric draws upward from the bottom to form neat horizontal folds. The terms flat Roman shades and flat fold Roman shades are commonly used to describe this style.
What is the difference between flat Roman shades and soft fold Roman shades?
Flat Roman shades emphasize a cleaner, flatter fabric face when lowered, while soft fold Roman shades typically feature softer, more pronounced curves or draped folds. Our current Roman shade selection primarily features the flat style, and soft fold styles are not currently available.
Do flat Roman shades come in linen fabrics?
Yes. You can choose from linen, linen-look, and other fabric textures and colors. The relatively smooth face of the flat style helps showcase the texture and color of the selected fabric.
Can flat Roman shades be blackout or light-filtering?
Yes. Flat describes the style and construction of the shade rather than its level of light control. Depending on your needs, you can choose sheer, light-filtering, or blackout fabrics.
Are flat Roman shades available cordless or motorized?
Yes. Flat Roman shades are available with cordless, corded, and motorized operation, allowing you to choose based on the window location, size, and everyday operating needs.
Can flat Roman shades be inside or outside mounted?
Yes. Depending on the window structure and installation conditions, flat Roman shades can be installed as either an inside mount or outside mount. Consider the available window depth, measurements, and the installation requirements of the specific product before choosing.
What rooms are flat Roman shades suitable for?
The clean profile of flat Roman shades works well in bedrooms, living rooms, dining rooms, and other spaces. Rather than choosing only by room, consider the light control, privacy, fabric texture, and operating method that best suit the space.
Can flat Roman shades be custom sized?
Yes. All flat Roman shades are available in custom sizes based on the actual width and height of your windows, with the mounting method selected according to the window conditions.
