Woven Wood Shades [What they are + how to style them]

photo courtesy of alta window fashions

Woven wood shades are a popular window treatment for a reason! With their versatility in style and materials, they can suit a large variety of home decor styles. From a coastal vibe with a natural, organic material, to a modern home with a more fine, tightly woven look, they are in high demand. Here are some common questions we often hear about woven wood shades, as well as ideas for using them on your windows.

photo courtesy of hartmann & forbes

What are woven wood shades?

Woven wood shades are made of sustainable materials like fine grass, jute, reeds or bamboo. The material is then processed and woven into beautiful window treatments. Woven wood treatments are not only sustainable but customizable, making your design choices beautifully eco-friendly.

woven wood shades with a cord draw installed by savannah window fashions

Do woven wood shades provide privacy?

The short answer is yes. Woven wood shades can be lined for privacy and light filtering capabilities. It’s worth remembering that a lining can not only add privacy, but also change the way woven wood shades look at any given time of the day. One of our favorite brands to work with is Conrad Shades, with their modern classics, specified by designers and architects around the world.

Can I customize woven wood shades?

Absolutely! There are so many ways to dress up your woven wood shades. While beautiful on their own, you can add a trim to the edge to add interest and prevent fraying. Woven wood shades are also available in a variety of colors and materials, and linings can also impact the overall aesthetic of the shade.

We work with several vendors such as Conrad, Alta Window Fashions, Hartmann & Forbes to bring you the best the industry has to offer.

woven wood shade layered with drapery panels, installed by savannah window fashions

Are woven wood shades in style?

Yes! Woven Woods are a trendy, eco-friendly choice. Since they are made from items such as bamboo, jute or fine grasses, woven wood shades are highly sustainable. They are perfect for layering with drapes or a valance or a cornice.

photo courtesy of conrad shades

Overall, woven wood shades are an ideal choice due to their versatility and their sustainability. However, they do come with some downsides. For example, being made of natural materials sometimes means that over time, exposure to changes in sun and moisture can impact how your woven wood looks. They are not well suited to high moisture areas, in particular bathrooms. 

At Savannah Window Fashions we offer high quality woven wood shade vendors not available at big box stores. These brands provide a luxury look, and we can help you with customizing and layering with custom soft treatments. 

Savannah Window Fashions is the go-to resource for custom window treatments for interior designers and homeowners in Savannah and Bluffton. We are the Low Country’s only custom window treatment design center offering full service project management, from design, to measurement, to fabrication, and professional installation. Contact us today with your woven wood window treatment dreams.