This FAQ and Q&A resource center answers the most common questions customers ask when shopping for custom Bamboo Shades. Whether you are trying to decide between inside mount and outside mount installation, wondering if Bamboo Shades provide privacy, or learning how to them, you’ll find helpful answers and expert guidance below.
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Remove Bamboo Shades from WindowQ:
How do I remove the existing bamboo woven wood shades that are mounted in my windows?
Read Answer » Fabric Edge Binding on Bamboo Woven Wood ShadesQ:
What is edge binding woven wood shades?
Read Answer » Mounting Woven Wood Shades on Metal Doors - Bamboo BlindsQ:
I am looking at the woven wood roman blinds and am wondering if there is a way to use them on a metal door w/window? Is there some way to hang the bamboo shades magnetically maybe?
Read Answer » Fabric Edge Binding & Edging for Woven Wood Bamboo BlindsQ:
I ordered samples of the blinds that I am thinking about buying, but I would really like samples of edging as well. Is that possible?
Read Answer » Patio Bamboo Shades - Outdoor ShadesQ:
I am interested in ordering the bamboo shades for an enclosed patio with screens. Will these work for this open area? Will they hold up in the weather?
Read Answer » Nocturne Ebony Bamboo Woven Wood ShadesQ:
Is the color Nocturne Ebony in the Bamboo Woven Wood shades available with a string color that will blend with the color of the blind, perhaps black or brown?
Read Answer » Roman Bamboo Shades - Woven Wood ShadesQ:
I am interested in ordering Tavarua Designer woven wood blinds 21"w x 61"l. Can these be ordered as looped roman style, instead of flat?
Also, is there a bottom hem style option, such as dentil?
Read Answer » Energy Efficient Bamboo Blinds - Woven Wood ShadesQ:
Are bamboo blinds energy efficient? I am looking for an woven wood shade that will save on my energy bills.
Read Answer » Free Edge Binding Samples - Fabric Trim SamplesQ:
How can I order the 4" trim or edge binding samples for the bamboo shades?
Read Answer » Rattan Blinds - Ratan Shades - Jute ShadesQ:
Do you carry rattan blinds? What is the difference between ratan shades and bamboo shades or is there a difference?
Read Answer » Bamboo Tracked Panel Shades - Sliding Panel BlindsQ:
We have an Arizona home and are looking for Bamboo Tracked Panel Shades for our home. Can you inform whether or not they are available.
Read Answer » Bamboo Ring Drapery - Bamboo DrapesQ:
Is it possible to get the Tavarua Bamboo Ring Drapery in a smaller width than what is on your website?
Read Answer » Laguna Umber - Bamboo Shades - Woven Wood ShadesQ:
When I add the Tavarua Woven Wood Shades in the color Laguna Umber, I cannot add the edge binding but if I choose a different color, I can add that option. It that offer only on certain items? Also, I cannot find the product information on the window depth for an inside mount application. I have 3/4". Is that enough?
Read Answer » Pinoleum Blinds - French Pinoleum Blinds - Pinoleum Roof BlindsQ:
Do you carry pinoleum blinds? What is the difference between pinoleum blinds and bamboo shades or is there a difference?
Read Answer » Reed Blinds - Woven Reed Blinds - Bamboo Reed BlindsQ:
Do you carry any woven reeds shades or reed blinds? Is there a difference between reed blinds and your bamboo shades?
Read Answer » Bamboo Woven Vertical Blinds - Woven Wood Curtains - Vertical Bamboo ShadesQ:
I have a large patio door and do not like traditional vertical blinds. I am covering the rest of my windows with bamboo blinds and would like something that matches. Do you carry any bamboo woven vertical blinds?
Read Answer » Light Filtering Woven Wood Blinds - Bamboo Roman ShadesQ:
I just received my order from you for woven wood shades and they are just beautiful! Very classy looking and much nicer that I could have hoped for especially for the price. In fact I've already recommended your site to at least 5 of my friends! I'm now looking for 1 or 2 more woven wood or bamboo roman type shades that will allow a lot of light through the shades since privacy is not an issue. Can you offer any suggestion?
Read Answer » Insulating Bamboo ShadesQ:
Looking to insulate my windows for the winter months, I came across an ad for your website stating "insulate your windows with bamboo shades." Having done alot of research, how is this possible? Is there a backing of insulating material on added to the shades to keep the cold air from escaping through each piece of bamboo and into the room?
Read Answer » How to Measure Woven Wood Shades - Outside MountQ:
I just would like to check the way to measure on the Woven Wood Shades. The measuring instruction section says to add 3 inches to both height and width measurement.This seems a lot of add'l inches on an outside mount. Pls clarify so can order.
Read Answer » Bamboo Sliding Panels - Bamboo Panel Track BlindsQ:
How wide are the bamboo sliding panels? I have a 124 wide closet to cover. I would like 6 panels of 20 inch width to all stack on left.
Read Answer » Edge Binding for Bamboo Shades & Woven Wood ShadesQ:
Question about edge binding. I want to order some exotic bamboo blinds and understand the benefits of the edge binding but do I need to have it as well as I don't see a good picture to see how it looks not on the edge but in the body of the blinds I want to order am 8 foot wide and am wondering how many strings are needed to lift the blind and how does it look and is it in the inside or outside of the blind.
Read Answer » Top Down Bottom Up Bamboo Blinds & Woven Wood ShadesQ:
Do you have top down bottom up bamboo blinds that are good for keeping a bedroom dark (light not coming between slats).
Read Answer » Alternatives to Vertical Blinds - Panel Track Blinds - DraperiesQ:
I will soon be purchasing blinds for my new home from your company. I have one problem area, though. I have a sliding glass door that needs to be covered in the evenings so no one can look in, but i like it open during the day for the sun. I HATE vertical blinds. Do you have another product that would work?
Read Answer » Compare Blinds Chalet Bamboo Blinds to Bali Bamboo BlindsQ:
Do you carry Bali brand window blinds? I am looking for Bali bamboo blinds?
Read Answer » Woodweave Blinds - Wood Weave ShadesQ:
Do you carry bamboo woodweave blinds? I am looking for a woven wood shade with a liner.
Read Answer » Top Down Bottom Up with Edge Binding on Bamboo ShadesQ:
I see you have a promotion for free edge binding on the woven wood shades. Is it possible to have the edge binding on them as well as the top-down/bottom-up option? I think it would look really good, but other manufacturers do not do it.
Read Answer » Woven Wood Shades Top Mount WindowsQ:
I am considering buying woven shades for some windows, but they need to be installed at the top of the window casing due to the type of window. Do any of your shades allow for this type of installation?
Read Answer » Bamboo Shades Edge BindingQ:
Is the edge binding for your bamboo blinds sewn or glued onto the woven wood shades?
Read Answer » Bamboo Blinds Block HeatQ:
Do bamboo blinds block out heat?
Read Answer » Center Stack Sliding Panel Blinds - Panel Track BlindsQ:
I am looking at ordering the Tavarua Exotic Bamboo Sliding Panels and was wondering if the panels can be opened by pushing the sides to the center? Or can the panels be opened by pushing all to one side? We had a custom window made that has sliders on the sides with a solid piece of glass in the center.
Read Answer » Woven Wood Shades with Wood PlanksQ:
Do you sell woven wood shades with wood planks? I am looking for a woven wood shade with larger bamboo pieces.
Read Answer » Blinds with Wood Planks & StripsQ:
I am looking for window treatments with wood planks and wood strips. Where can I find natural wood blinds?
Read Answer » Beach House BlindsQ:
What type of blinds would you recommend for a beach house property? It is not ocean-front but will have the sun exposure and humidity common to beach properties. Faux wood or real wood blinds?
Read Answer » Natural Material BlindsQ:
I am looking for natural material blinds and wondered what you carry?
Read Answer » Rattan Bamboo Shades Blinds with Liner/LiningQ:
Do rattan bamboo shades blinds come with a lining for thermal protection?
Read Answer » I would like a single rail with two shades in it splitting the distance of the sliding door, is this a possibility?Q:
I have selected blinds for the windows, but also need a blind solution for my sliding glass door. I would like a single rail with two shades in it splitting the distance of the sliding door, is this a possibility?
Read Answer » Are Matchstick Blinds Waterproof?Q:
Are Matchstick Blinds Waterproof?
Read Answer » Is there an option to ask for a longer length lift cord?Q:
Is there an option to ask for a longer length lift cord?
Read Answer » Do you sell room darkening shades that really block out light?Q:
Do you sell room darkening shades that really block out light?
Read Answer » How much a wooden blind would cost measuring 1.8 metres wide x 1 metre long?Q:
How much a wooden blind would cost measuring 1.8 metres wide x 1 metre long?
Read Answer » Bamboo Draperies | Drapes for Patio Doors | Blinds Chalet Q:
I have 3 patio doors with the center door as the walk out. I want to cover them with bamboo shades top down. Would this work with what I have?
Read Answer » White Bamboo Shades | Woven Wooden Shades | Blinds ChaletQ:
Do you carry any white bamboo shades or blinds? I need to find a place where I can buy white bamboo blinds.
Read Answer » Natural Woven Wood Shades | Natural Window Shades | Blinds ChaletQ:
I am looking for natural woven waterfall shades and wondered what options you have for bamboo shades.
Read Answer » How do I order a blind with a 2 on 1 headrail? Q:
How do I order a blind with a 2 on 1 headrail?
Read Answer » Cordless top down bottom upQ:
Why can't I select top down bottom up with cordless option?
Read Answer » Woven Wood Shades too WideQ:
I ordered my woven wood shades too wide. Is it possible to cut the bamboo blinds down?
Read Answer » Best Home Office Blinds (Q&A) | Glare, Privacy & Productivity TipsQ:
What are the best office blinds for my home office?
Read Answer » Tortoise Shell Bamboo Shades: QandA | Woven Wood Style & Light ControlQ:
Q: What are tortoise shell bamboo shades?
I am looking for tortoise shell bamboo shades and wondered what you have to offer?
Read Answer » Chemical-Free Window Shades (Q&A) | Low-VOC & Safe MaterialsQ:
What does “chemical-free” or low-VOC mean for window shades?
Read Answer » Blinds for Shallow Windows - Shallow Mount ShadesQ:
Do you have any shallow mount options?
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