Roman shades are soft fabric window coverings that hang flat against the window when you have them down, and they curl up into neat and crisp folds when raised. Roman shades are simple in the way they work but are highly effective and functional as window treatment options.
The neat pleats, the clean look, and, the customizability make Roman shades the perfect choice to decorate and beautify your windows and to accentuate the décor of the room.
Each Roman blind is handmade by our talented team to your individual requirements and the fabric and accessories that you can choose from will allow you to create any type of look to really reflect your personal style in your interiors.
We can supply all your requirements, fabric, backing, headrails etc.., but because fashions and trends change so rapidly at Golden Thread we give our customers the option to source their own fabric
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The joy of custom made roman blinds is that you can control every element of the design. Whether you are looking for decorative trimmings or matching curtains or cushions, we can help to create perfectly fitting window dressings in the fabric, style and finish that you want.
The choice of face fabric is the most critical and individual decision when planning custom Roman shades, and it’s not just because the material will set the color and pattern of the finished product.
The fabric will also affect the shade’s translucency, as well as how easily it will operate and stack when retracted.
Plain, semi-plain or patterned fabrics can be used to coordinate or contrast with the colour scheme of your room.
Before choosing a fabric, always think about what the purpose of the novel will be.
Hide from the eyes of passers-by and have more privacy?
Darken the room in blind darkness, or just a little?
Therefore, choose the fabric according to your needs.
Blackout to effectively block the sunlight which abundantly illuminates your room.
Blackout roman blinds are the perfect addition for your bedroom.
Darkening - which will protect against excessive sunshine and create a discreet climate for work or rest. It is a good solution for windows exposed to strong sunlight.
This is the perfect choice of fabric for living and family rooms.
Made from delicate, sheer fabrics, Voile Roman blinds provide daytime privacy and gently filter light.
Their simplicity is attractive in an open, modern and minimalist way.
Please note: Silk fabric is not suitable for roller blinds.
A Roman shade can be raised and lowered with three types of manually controls.
• Left or right hand pull for all systems.
is an innovation combining a Roman blind and curtain pole system.
Suitable for light and medium weight fabrics.
A unique suspension system attached to the fabric of the Roman blind, leaving the blind to
hang freely from any new or existing curtain pole.
If you choose a lightweight material and the window width is relatively small (up to 150cm) then the PVC cassette is perfect.
However if your window is slightly larger and you decide to choose a heavier material you may want to consider choosing an chain cassette instead.
They have the ability to handle light, medium and heavy weight fabric for small and medium sized windows effortlessly.
A chain operated roller blind uses strong nickel which allows it to easily and smoothly operate even the largest roller blinds.
One of the big questions when specifying Roman shades for a room is whether to mount them inside or outside the window frames.
This is largely based on the look you want to achieve, but potentially by how serious you are about reducing light leakage around the sides of the blind too.
✓ easier to fit as it can be attached to the top of the window frame
✓ creates a neat and tidy effect
✓ when closed, blinds fitted inside the recess cover
the window but can leave the windowsill visible
✓ once pulled up it will obscure the top part of the window
✓ reduce light considerably (depends from the fabric)
✓ as the blind is fitted away from the window frame
it allows more light into the room
✓ once pulled up it will not obscure
the top part of the window
✓ make windows appear larger
✓ when the blind is fully closed any ornaments or objects you might want to remain on display will be hidden
It’s very easy with our step by step guide to take accurate measurements at home.
Please read our measuring instructions before placing an order.
In order to get the Measurement Guide (.pdf format), just e-mail us on shop@goldenthread.biz.
get instructionsEmail us your specifications (measurements, number of windows, etc) for a quick turnaround, complimentary quote.
Tell us about any trimmings you would like to add and customise your finishing details.