Fabrics for Roman shades: what we sew with, and how to check colour before you order

Fabric is the most-asked-about topic in our inbox. Here are the answers we give, word for word.

What fabrics and materials do you offer?

We work with 100% linen, faux linen, cotton, silk and sheer fabrics, in a wide range of colours — and we can source custom fabrics too. If you have something specific in mind, tell us and we will match it, or suggest close alternatives that fit your budget. Compare all of them side by side in the fabric overview.

Will the colour on screen match the actual fabric?

Honestly — no screen can promise that. Monitors and phones vary, so we cannot guarantee that colours shown online are a true representation of the cloth. Before purchasing we recommend ordering a sample: it is the only way to see the weave and the colour in your own light, against your own paint.

Can I order fabric samples?

Yes. Order from our swatches page, list the fabric names and colours you are considering (as many names as samples ordered), and the cost only covers shipping — which is credited back to your shade order. Samples ship by courier and usually arrive within days.

Which fabric where?

100% linen for texture and drape in living rooms and bedrooms; faux linen where moisture and easy care matter — it is the cloth we recommend for bathrooms; sheer linen where you want the light kept and the view softened; and any of them takes a blackout lining when the room needs to be dark.

Natalya, textile engineer at LOGANOVA, in the Toronto workroom

Written by Natalya

Textile engineer & founder, LOGANOVA — 20+ years in the workroom, 2,000+ five-star orders sewn to size.

Published August 3, 2026 · Updated August 3, 2026


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