Roman blinds are a type of window treatment that has been used for centuries.
They are made from a piece of flat fabric with a lining or blackout lining attached to the back of the fabric to form a sealed pocket, similar to an envelope, which has pull cords attached for raising and lowering the envelope of fabrics.
When raised, the fabric automatically folds and stacks on top of itself, creating a series of neat horizontal folds. When closed, lowered, the fabric becomes flat again to entirely cover the window. The folds, or pleats, are made by the insertion of slim wooden, metal or plastic rods, known as dowels, that fit into channels, or they can be made by tapes which are stitched horizontally across the back of the fabric at equidistant intervals.
A series of cords are equally spaced across the width of the Roman blind and then threaded vertically down the length of the blind passing through the channels or tapes and securely attached to the bottom channel or tape. Once the blind has been threaded it is fixed to a metal or wooden header rail. The blind cord tops are threaded through hooks or cord carriers in the header rail and taken to either the right or left side of the blind where they all meet and create leverage in a the same way as a pulley system.
Roman blinds are popular window treatments as they offer elegant styling and compliment any style of home and decorating motif beautifully. They are most often seen adorning windows of living rooms, dining rooms, master bedrooms, guest rooms, children’s room, conservatories and offices as they offer a more furnished look than roller, Venetian and vertical blinds. Roman blinds are known for their elegant and refined appearance. Their smooth and uninterrupted fabric panels create a sleek and sophisticated look that adds a touch of class to any room. They offer a perfect balance of aesthetics and practicality, providing privacy, light control, and insulation. By choosing thermal lining, they can also be made more energy efficient.