Roman blinds: when to choose them

A Roman blind rises and lowers, gathering into horizontal folds. It's tidy, takes up very little space and shows off the fabric: a clean choice for many rooms.

Where they work best

Kitchens, bathrooms and small windows or those close to a worktop: a Roman blind sits within the window recess and doesn't take over the wall. It's also ideal in the bedroom when you want a pared-back look.

Flat or battened

The flat version forms soft folds as it gathers; the battened one has horizontal rods that keep the folds crisp and even, for a more architectural result.

The controls

It can be operated by chain (simple and reliable) or motorised, handy for tall windows or ones that are hard to reach. The mechanism stays hidden at the top.

The fabric matters

A sheer fabric gives you soft, diffused light; a denser one blocks more. Order a sample to see how the light passes through the fabric when the blind is lowered.

Made to measure with Feelago

Feelago creates made-to-measure curtains and home textiles: linen and genuine fabrics, the right make-up for every window and a configurator that starts from your measurements. With Feelago you can order a sample to feel the fabric before you decide, and preview your blind as you put it together. Configure your made-to-measure blind on the Feelago website.