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Custom Natural Shades

• Textured fabrics are woven with natural elements such as jute, bamboo, reeds, and grasses
• Filters or blocks light to create a warm and inviting atmosphere
• Matching fabrics available in Panel Track collection to give you a coordinated look throughout your home
• Available in 20 fabrics; fits windows 10"-144" wide and 12"-120" tall
Colors Options How to Measure How to Install Tech-Specs Exploded View Details

Control the Light

Add a light-filtering or room-darkening liner that best coordinates with your LEVOLOR Natural Shade fabric selection. In addition to providing privacy, these liners put you in control of the overall lighting and mood of the room. Both liner styles are available in four coordinating colors. The recommended liner color will automatically be selected, or you may choose your desired color.

 
 

No Liner

  • Allows the maximum amount of light to enter the room
  • Ideal for any room where light is desired to stream in freely
 

Light Filtering Liner

  • Softly filters light and provides privacy
  • Ideal for any room where filtered light and soft illumination is desired, such as a living room or dining room
 

Room Darkening Liner

  • Offers the ultimate in light blocking and privacy, with added insulation
  • Ideal for rooms where optimal darkness is desired, such as a bedroom, nursery, or media room

Liner Colors Available

 

We choose a coordinating liner color for you or you can select any of the four liner colors available. For a chart showing each finish and coordinating liner, please visit the Tech Specs section. All liners are neutral to the street.

 

Neutral Liners to the Street

  • Left Shade: Room Darkening Liner
  • Middle Shade: Light Filtering Liner
  • Right Shade: No Liner

 

Best for Kids

Best for Kids

For a Best for Kids certified product, make sure to select cordless control type.

 

Options and Upgrades

Your fabric and liner choices have helped to customize the style of the room. Now it's time to add some innovative functionality to it. These carefree options empower you with the ability to further determine how and when light enters the room, as well as how you raise and lower the shade. And because privacy is a major function of LEVOLOR Natural Shades, these options enable you to control the amount of privacy you desire.

 

Lift Options

Continuous Cordloop

  • Perfect for large windows
  • Eliminates dangling cords
  • Cords remain at the same position regardless of shade position
 

Top Down / Bottom Up

  • The shade can be lowered from the top and raised from the bottom
  • Separate controls on each side of the shade control the rails independently
  • The shade is measured in the same way as a standard shade
  • Only available with Classic Valance or Wood Valance
 

Cordless

  • Offers a clean, finished profile across all your windows without dangling cords
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Multiple Shades Per Headrail

  • Multiple shades available on 1 headrail
  • Easier operation on the widest windows
 

Valance Options

No Valance

  • Provides a clean look
  • Fabric is one panel and begins at the top of the window
  • Available on single shades with cordless control and continuous cord loop options
 

Wood Valance

  • Decorative wood valance also coordinates to the LEVOLOR Custom Wood collection
  • Available on single and multiple shades per headrail, on all standard corded, cordless and continuous cord loop shades
 

Classic Valance

  • Offers a more traditional look
  • Available on single and multiple shades per headrail, on all standard corded, cordless and continuous cord loop shades
 

A separate shade valance can be purchased for use alone or to complement cloth draperies, wood blinds or any window treatment.

 

Finishes Available For Wood Valance

gray

sand n beech

golden oak

chestnut

black

 

Decorative Options

Scallops and Trims

  • Scalloped valances and hems, enhanced with a decorative trim, create a fashionable style for your shade
  • Select any one of these trim colors to complement your decorative scallops.

white

natural

camel

warm gray

chestnut

  • Five scallop styles and five trim colors provide numerous accent possibilities

Straight

Traditional

Wavy

Center Point Down

Center Point Up

 

Edge Binding

  • Edge Binding is a decorative fabric accent, available in both solids and patterns, that complements home décor and provides a truly finished look

Edge Binding Colors

 

Specialty Options

  • LEVOLOR Natural Shades are available with specialty options, such as Cathedral (Arch) Top, Angle Top, Mitered Shades and Cutout
  • Due to special measuring requirements at time of order, these options are only available when ordered through a retail store. For a LEVOLOR retailer near you, please visit our Where To Buy section

How to Measure

 
 
Measure For Inside Mounting

Measuring For Inside Mount Natural Shades

Find Width:

Measure width of window opening at three different places and use the narrowest dimension for ordering. A 1/2" deduction will be taken automatically for inside mount.

Find Height:

Measure the height of window from top of opening to top of sill in two places. Use the longest dimension. If you prefer shade not to touch sill, deduct 1/4". If there is no sill, measure height to point where shade is to reach

To install the product flush with the window frame, a minimum window depth of 2" is required for custom shades and 2-1/4" for Trim+Go shades.

 
Minimum Mounting Depth *
  Custom Order Trim+Go
All Shades 3/4" 3/4"
* Minimum mounting depth is the depth required, in the window frame, for the shade to be mounted inside mount.
Measure For Outside Mounting

Measuring For Outside Mount Natural Shades

Find Width:

Measure the exact width of the area to be covered. It is recommended that 3" be added to the shade width for the standard overlap of 1-1/2" on each side.

Find Height:

Measure the height of the area to be covered. Measure from the ceiling or desired point above the window to approximately 1-1/2" below the window frame. If there is no sill or if shade is to overlap window frame, measure to the point the shade reaches.

 
Allow Some Overlap

For outside mount applications allow the shade to overlap 1-1/2" to 3" on the sides, top and bottom of the window.

You must add the overlap to your measurement; LEVOLOR does not add width or height for overlap on Outside Mounted shades.
 
Measure For Multiple Blinds per Headrail

Measuring For Inside Mount Multiple Shades on One Headrail

Overall Shade Width - Measure the window's width at the top, middle, and bottom. Order the narrowest measurement.

Left Shade Width - Measure the width that you want the left shade to cover.

Right Shade Width - Measure the width that you want the right shade to cover.

Height - Measure the window from the top to the bottom for the desired height.

Order the left shade first when placing the order.

 
Measure For Multiple Blinds per Headrail

Measuring For Outside Mount Multiple Shades on One Headrail

Overall Shade Width - Measure the desired width. For maximum privacy and window coverage, add an additional 3" to total width of window.

Left Shade Width - Measure the width that you want the left shade to cover.

Right Shade Width - Measure the width that you want the right shade to cover. The left shade width, plus the right shade width must equal the overall shade width.

Height - Measure the window from the top to the bottom for the desired height. For maximum privacy and window coverage, add at least 3" to overall height of the window.

Order the left shade first when placing the order.

 
Notes

The left shade width plus the right shade width must equal the overall shade width.

There will be a 1/2" inner space between the fabric on the left and right shades to allow for shades to operate independently.

Available in all operating systems except Top Down/Bottom Up.

Horizontal pattern alignment between shades is not guaranteed.

Must include Classic or Wood Valance.

A continuous valance up to 96" is available for Classic and Wood Valance; after 96" valance will be spliced.

Lift control will be located on the outside of each shade.

Not available with Angle Top, Cathedral or Cutout option.

How to Install Custom Natural Shades

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Before you begin your installation:

Read all installation instructions!

IMPORTANT: If bound, do not remove binding until the shade is installed in the window.

  • Make sure that you have all tools and hardware needed for installation.
  • Check the installation surface (wall, ceiling, or window frame) to ensure that you have suitable fasteners and tools for the material.
  • Double check the headrail and shade for proper width and length. If you are installing several sets of shades, be sure to match them with the appropriate window.
  • Check the parts list shipped with the product to confirm that you have the correct number of brackets.
 

Tools You May Need (not included):

  • Tape Measure
  • Level
  • Pencil
  • 3/8" Wrench
  • Flat-blade or Philips Head Screwdriver
  • 1/4" Nutdriver
  • Drill with Bits
  • Scissors or Utility Knife
  • Safety glasses
  • Ladder
 

Step 1

Mounting Bracket

There are two types of brackets used for installing woven wood shades. Bracket quantity may vary depending on shade width. Bracket type (inside- or outside-mount) is specified when ordered. In some cases, both types may be included. Only two screws are required per bracket.

NOTE: Depending on the width of your custom shade, additional brackets may be included; refer to the holes in the headrail for mounting locations.

Inside Mount

Outside Mount

 

Step 2

Using the bracket spacers

If your shades include spacers, slip the spacers over the bolt section of each bracket at this time.

 

Step 3A

Mark the bracket locations — outside-mount installation

  • Using the notches in the head rail as a guide for bracket placement, mark the locations of the bracket mounting holes. Only two screws are needed per bracket.
  • Use a level to check for levelness.
  • Continue to step 4A.

Step 4A

Install the brackets — outside-mount installation

Example: Installation using included screws and any needed fasteners or wall anchors.

  • Using the marks made in step 3 as a guide, attach the brackets, using two screws per bracket.
  • Continue to step 5.
 

Step 3B

Mark the bracket locations — inside-mount installation

The shade has been custom-measured and assembled to fit inside the window casements.

  • Position the inside-mount brackets at each end of the headrail.
  • Using the notches in the headrail as a guide for bracket placement, mark the locations of the bracket mounting holes, making sure they are square and evenly spaced from the window. Only two screws are needed per bracket.
  • Continue to step 4B.

Step 4B

Install the brackets — inside-mount installation

Example: Installation in a window frame using the included screws.

  • Using the marks made in step 3 as a guide, attach the brackets, using two screws per bracket.
  • Continue to step 5.
 

Step 5

Attach the headrail to the mounting brackets

  • Make sure the wing nuts are removed from the screws.
  • The threaded shafts on the brackets slide through the slots on the headrail, and the headrail is secured by the wing nuts.
 

Step 6

Attach the optional hold-down brackets (on some styles)

NOTE: Some styles may have the hold-down pins built into the bottom rail.

 
  • Tap the hold-down pin into the center hole on the bottom rail.
  • Attach the hold-down brackets at the bottom of the window with the included screws, as shown for your installation type.
  • Slip the hold-down pin into the hole in the bracket.
 

Step 7

Install the cord cleat or cord guide (on some styles)

  • Using the included screws, attach the optional cord cleat to the wall or window frame on the side with the draw cord, as shown.
  • Excess cord may be wrapped around the cleat when the shade is raised.
 

Step 8

Attach the tension device (cord/chain control only)

Refer to instructions in the hold-down tension device.

 

Step 9

Attach the optional valance returns (outside mount only)

Wood Valance

  • Insert the clips into the groove on the back side of the valance and then rotate the clip 90°.
  • Insert return clips as far as they will go into each end of the valance.

 

  • Align the return clips with the slots on the headrail and slide into place.
 
 
 

Classic Valance and No Valance

  • Align the valance return with the end of the headrail, with the hook-and-loop strips at the top.
  • Firmly press the valance return into place so that the hook-and-loop strips engage.
 

Shade adjustment and alignment

Your shade has been carefully inspected and adjusted by the factory, but minor adjustments may be necessary once it has been installed. The yarns in your shade are flexible enough to permit minor adjustment horizontally and vertically for proper alignment on your window. If the bottom of your shade becomes uneven, pull either side to stretch the yarn and align the shade.

If your shade doesn’t lie flat against the wall or window, roll the shade tightly from the bottom and twist roll clockwise on one side and counterclockwise on the other. This will align the yarns and slats.

Should a strand of yarn slip off the edge of the shade, remove the strand from top to bottom; doing so will in no way affect the strength of the shade.

Natural Shades Guide

Critical Dimensions

  Standard Corded Standard Corded TDBU Cordless Continuous Cordloop Separate Shade Valance Specialty & Mitered Shades*
Headrail Dimensions 1-1/8"h x 1-7/16"d 1-1/8"h x 1-7/16"d 1-1/8"h x 1-7/16"d 1-1/8"h x 1-7/16"d 1-1/8"h x 1-7/16"d 1-1/8"h x 1-7/16"d
Headrail Deductions - Inside Mount w/ Edge Binding 1/2" 1/2" 1/2" 1/2" N/A 1/2"
Headrail Deductions - Inside Mount w/o Edge Binding 1/2" 1/2" 1/2" 1/2" 1/2" 1/2"
Fabric Deductions - Inside Mount w/ Edge Binding 5/8" 1-1/8" 1-1/8" 1-1/8" N/A 1-1/8"
Fabric Deductions - Inside Mount w/o Edge Binding 3/4" 1/2" 1/2" 1/2" N/A 1/2"
Headrail Deductions - Outside Mount 0" 0" 0" 0" 1/2" 0"
Fabric Deductions - Outside Mount 1/8" 1/8" 1/8" 1/8" N/A 1/8"
Minimum Installation Depth Required:
Headrail protrudes from window 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4" 3/4"
Headrail flush with window 2" 2" 2" 2" 2" 2"
Valance Standard Height 6" 6" 6" 6" 6" 6"
Minimum Valance Height 6" 6" 6" 6" 6" 6"
Maximum Valance Height 30" 30" 30" 30" 30" 30"
Single Shade:
Minimum Width 10" 16" 18"** 21" 6" 10"†
Maximum Width 96" 66" 72" 96" 96" 96"†
Minimum Height 12" 12" 24"** 18" 6" 12"†
Maximum Height 120" 84" 72" 96" 30" 96"†
2 on 1 Headrail:
Minimum Width 21" N/A 36-1/2"*** 42" N/A
Maximum Width 144" N/A 144" 144" N/A
Minimum Height 18" N/A 24"*** 18" N/A
Maximum Height 120" N/A 72" 96" N/A
 

* Specialty Shapes = Arch & Angle Top
** If Width is < 22", Height must be >= 36"
*** If Width is < 44-1/2", Height must be >= 36"
† For Mitered Shades, width and height depend on operating system; maximum height of Angle Top shades is 120"
 
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WIDTH Up to 30" 37" 40" 41" 49" 50" 60" 63" 77" 96" 100" 122" 144"
Quantity of Cords - Corded Top Down/Bottom Up 2 2 2 3 3 3 4 5 5 5 varies varies varies
Quantity of Cords - Cordless 2 2 4 4 4 4 4 4 6 6 varies varies varies
Quantity of Cords - Continuous Cordloop 2 3 3 3 3 4 4 5 5 5 varies varies varies
Quantity of Installation Brackets 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 5
 

NOTE: Standard Cord length is 2/3 length of the shade. Available in any custom length 0" - 144".

 
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Color Coordination

The chart below represents each available color and their coordinating Wood Valance and Liner colors.

 

 
Color Number
 Wood Valance Finish Liner
  No Liner Light Filtering Room Darkening    
Braided Rattan Collection
Tan 10281915 11281915 12281915 Sand n Beech Camel
Chocolate 10281916 11281916 12281916 Chestnut Brown
Spa Cove Collection
Tan 10281911 11281911 12281911 Golden Oak Camel
Chocolate 10281912 11281912 12281912 Chestnut Brown
Bamboo Essence Collection
Tatami 10281959 11281959 12281959 Golden Oak Camel
Shibori 10281960 11281960 12281960 Chestnut Brown
Origami 10281961 11281961 12281961 Golden Oak Camel
Providence Collection
Sage Gray 10281920 11281920 12281920 Gray Camel
Bungalow 10281708 11281708 12281708 Black Charcoal
Cottage 10281759 11281759 12281759 Sand n Beech Camel
Citiscape Collection
Spice 10281925 11281925 12281925 Sand n Beech Camel
Espresso 10281924 11281924 12281924 Chestnut Brown
Black 10281923 11281923 12281923 Black Charcoal
Cordon Collection
Tan 10282913 11282913 12282913 Chestnut Brown
Coastal Sands Collection
Tan 10281918 11281918 12281918 Sand n Beech Camel
Seagrass Collection
Gray 10281917 11281917 12281917 Gray Camel
Bay Weave Collection
Brown 10281913 11281913 12281913 Chestnut Brown
Gray 10281914 11281914 12281914 Gray Camel
Sisal Twist Collection
Rum Raisin 10281927 11281927 12281927 Chestnut Brown
Pecanwood 10281926 11281926 12281926 Golden Oak Camel
Banana Leaf 10281928 11281928 12281928 Sand n Beech Camel
 
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Recommended Cleaning Methods

Care Instructions
Periodically vacuum with a brush attachment to ensure lasting beauty. With proper care and maintenance, Natural Shades should last for years. Do not use water, solvents, or abrasive solutions to clean the shade.

 

Color Variation
LEVOLOR Natural Shades are created using natural products. By nature, no two strands of grass, bamboo or reeds are exactly the same, making every shade truly unique. Slight color, grain and texture variations should be expected and cherished for their unique beauty.

 

Stretching and Shrinking
Natural woven fabric will be affected by temperature and humidity. Shipping and handling may cause a slight change in shade lengths, and slight shrinkage, stretching and warping may occur over time.
NOTE: Material stretching may be more noticeable on inside mounts.

 
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Stacking Chart

This chart represents the amount of shade that is gathered at the top of the window when fully raised. The measurements in this chart include the stack of the fabric, the headrail and the bottomrail.

 

How to use the Chart:


  1. Find Lift Option
  2. Look to right to find stack height for specific shade height
 
Height 36" 48" 60" 72" 84" 96" 108" 120"
Corded, Cordless, Continuous Cordloop 8" 9" 10" 11" 12" 12-1/2" 13-1/2" 14-1/2"
Corded Top Down/Bottom Up 8-1/2" 9-1/2" 10-1/2" 11-1/2" 12-1/2" 13" 14" 15"
 
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Specialy Options

Specialty Brackets

Hold-Down Brackets
  • Hold-Down Brackets are available for securing the bottomrail in position
  • These brackets can stop a shade from bouncing and loosely swinging if the shade is hung on a door
  • Available only on outside mount. Not available with Projection Brackets
Projection Brackets
  • Projection Brackets are available for outside mount shades
  • When the shade must operate around an obstruction, these brackets project the shade away from the wall, allowing easy operation
  • Not available with Hold-Down Brackets
Cord Cleat
  • Use with corded product to anchor cords neatly to the wall
 
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Specialty Shapes

Mitered Shades on Corner Windows†

Measuring Inside Mount:

  1. If the valance is to be flush with the front of the opening, measure the front width of the window opening and add 1-5/8" for the width of each shade. This will be the shade size. The factory will automatically take an allowance of 1/4" off each shade for clearance, unless you specify otherwise.
  2. To measure height, use standard inside measuring procedures

Measuring Outside Mount/Ceiling Mount:

  1. Shade widths are obtained by measuring from the corner to a point approximately 1-1/2" beyond window opening or frame.
  2. To measure height, use standard inside measuring procedures
Mitered Shades on Bay Windows†

Measuring Inside Mount:

  1. If the valance is to be flush with the front of the opening, measure the front width of the window opening and add 1-5/8" for the width of each shade. This will be the shade size. The factory will automatically take an allowance of 1/4" off each shade for clearance, unless you specify otherwise.
  2. To measure height, use standard inside measuring procedures

Measuring Outside Mount/Ceiling Mount:

  1. Shade widths are obtained by measuring from the corner to a point approximately 1-1/2" beyond window opening or frame.
  2. To measure height, use standard inside measuring procedures

 

Cathedral (Arch) Top††

Measuring Inside Mount:

  1. Measure width of window opening at three different places and use narrowest dimension for ordering. The factory will automatically take an allowance of 1/2" unless you specify otherwise.
  2. For height, measure from the highest point on the arch to the top of sill. Factory does not take any allowances on height.
  3. Template required.

Measuring Outside Mount:

  1. Measure exact width and height of area to be covered. It is recommended that shades overlap the window frame or opening by 1-1/2" on each side for a total overlap of 3".
  2. Template required.

 

Angle Top†††

Measuring Inside Mount:

  1. Measure width of window opening at 3 different places and use narrowest dimension for ordering. The factory will automatically take an allowance of 1/2" unless you specify otherwise.
  2. Measure height of opening on left side from top of opening to top of sill. Mark this dimension "left" on order form. Factory does not take any allowances on height.
  3. Measure height of opening on right side from top of opening to top of sill. Mark this dimension "right" on order form. Factory does not take any allowances on height.
  4. Factory will determine the angle from these dimensions.

Measuring Outside Mount:

  1. Measure exact width and height of area to be covered. It is recommended that shades overlap window frame or opening by 1-1/2" on each side.
  2. Measure height of opening on left side and mark this dimension "left." Allow for overlap as desired: 1-1/2" on top and bottom is recommended.
  3. Measure height of opening on right side and mark this dimension "right." Allow for the same overlap as left side.
  4. Factory will determine the angle from these three dimensions.

 

Cutout

Allows access to air conditioners, window cranks, etc. Center and side cutouts are available. A diagram is required showing location and size of cutout on the shade.

Measure the following:

  1. The overall width of the shade
  2. The right height of the shade
  3. The left height of the shade
  4. The width of the obstacle

NOTE: Not available with a liner, Cordless lift option, or 2 shades on 1 headrail.

 

Notes
† Mitered Shades:
  • Must choose Wood or Classic valance.
  • Mitered shades cannot be raised to the same level.
  • Horizontal pattern alignment between shades cannot be guaranteed.
  • Pull cords can be on the right or left side of each shade. Locating cords opposite to the miter is recommended.
  • Cannot have Cutouts, Cathedral or Angle Top.
  • Not available with Top Down/Bottom Up.
  • Cannot be side-by-side option.
  • Template required.

†† Cathedral (Arch):
  • Product must have trim. Please select coordinating trim color
  • If width >= 48," maximum drop is 48."
  • Available on Classic Valance shade only.
  • Available on single shade only
  • Liner option not available.
  • Standard Arch does not raise or lower.
  • Not available with Top Down/Bottom Up option.
  • Not available with Edge Binding.

††† Angle Top:
  • Product must have trim. Please select coordinating trim color.
  • Available on Classic Valance shade only.
  • Cords will be on short or tall side of the shade. Must specify.
  • Shade will raise only to the lowest point of the angle.
  • Available on single shade only.
  • Liner option not available.
  • Not available with Top Down/Bottom Up option.
  • Template required.
 
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How to Make a Template

You will need:

  • Clean, white paper
  • Non-abrasive tape
  • Pencil
  • Metal measuring tape
  • Mailing tube
  • Scissors

FOR TEMPLATES

Please make a paper template in an acceptable material, cut the template out to shape and write the purchase order number, customer’s name, width and height on the FRONT of the template that faces inside room (sizes must be to the nearest eighth of an inch).

Please mail template to:
LEVOLOR Template Dept
4310 Regency Drive Suite 101
High Point NC 27265

Be sure to indicate your name, store name, and purchase order number on the template.

FOR DIAGRAMS

Please make a drawing/diagram & write the purchase order number, customer name and the measurement of every side/angle (including the top angle side).

Please fax diagram to:
Attn LEVOLOR Diagram
336-781-1211

Sizes must be to the nearest eighth of an inch. Do not mail a paper diagram. It will be returned as unacceptable.



TEMPLATES ARE REQUIRED FOR - FULL ARCH, HALF-ARCHES, CATHEDRAL ARCHES, CIRCLE/OCTAGON
DIAGRAMS ARE REQUIRED FOR - FANNED ANGLES, CUTOUTS

 
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