User:Power Efficiency Guide Review1
Roman shades are a very simply Power Efficiency Guide ideal solution to consider. They are uncomplicated and extremely versatile. The structured flat roman shade has several rear facing pleats in the back of the shade which allows the shade to fold beautifully when raised up and down. When constructed with a stiffer fabric such as linen, jacquards, and cottons, the shade will have a tailored look. When using softer fabrics such as silk, sheers, or light weight polyesters, the shade will take on a more relaxed look. This shade should be lined with a sateen lining, semi blackout lining, or a blackout lining for maximum energy efficiency.
Austrian shades are a very elaborate fabric shade. When this shade is lowered, they look very similar to a typical curtain. When they are raised, they fabric draws upward in deep scallops. The austrian shade is typically made with sheers, or other light weight fabrics such as light weight silks. Look for a suede lining in this shade to cut back on the drafts in the winter. This shade can be used alone, or paired with a beautiful set of panels.
Balloon shades are more formal than the roman shade. It has box pleats approximately 15" apart at the top and a waterfall of balloon shaped poufs at the bottom. Soft pliable fabrics work best with this shade, although heavier fabrics can be used as well. Because of the amount of fabric it takes to construct this shade, the balloon shades are pretty heavy. When optioning for this shade, be sure that the shade is lined preferably with a semi-blackout lining. This will cut back on the energy cost.
