Question 1

What natural materials are used in woven wood shades?

Accepted Answer

Woven wood shades are made from natural plant fibers woven into a shade fabric. Common materials include bamboo (tight, consistent weave with a warm golden tone - the most durable option), jute and reed (coarser texture with rich earthy browns and natural color variation strand-to-strand), and exotic grasses such as seagrass or water hyacinth (open, airy weave that filters dappled light beautifully). Each material has a distinct look, weave tightness, and light character.

Question 2

Do woven wood shades have light gaps or see-through areas?

Accepted Answer

Yes - unlined woven wood shades allow light to filter through the natural weave. The amount of light that passes through depends on the material: bamboo has a tighter weave and less light pass-through, while exotic grass weaves are more open and allow visible dappled light patterns. Adding a privacy liner eliminates the see-through quality and blocks most light. If full privacy or light blockage is important, we recommend adding a liner.

Question 3

Are woven wood shades suitable for bathrooms or high-humidity rooms?

Accepted Answer

No. Woven wood shades are not recommended for bathrooms, laundry rooms, or any space with regular steam or high humidity. Repeated moisture exposure causes natural fibers to swell, which can warp the weave and promote mildew in the backing material. Colorado's dry climate is ideal for woven wood shades in living areas and bedrooms, but we always recommend a different window treatment for moisture-prone rooms.

Question 4

Can woven wood shades be lined for more privacy?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A privacy liner can be added behind the natural woven material. The liner blocks the see-through quality of the weave and provides solid daytime privacy without changing the shade's exterior appearance. Light-filtering and room-darkening liner options are available. Adding a liner is especially popular for bedroom woven wood shades where privacy and light control are as important as the natural aesthetic.

Question 5

How do woven wood shades perform in Colorado's dry climate?

Accepted Answer

Colorado's low humidity is actually ideal for woven wood shades. Unlike coastal climates where moisture can warp or mold natural fibers, the dry mountain air keeps bamboo, jute, and grass materials dimensionally stable for years. Woven wood shades are one of the few window treatments that genuinely benefit from Colorado's climate. The one exception is direct steam exposure in bathrooms - avoid that regardless of climate.

Question 6

What warranty do Alta woven wood shades come with?

Accepted Answer

Alta Woven Wood Shades are backed by a lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship for as long as the original purchaser owns the product.

Question 7

How do I clean Alta woven wood shades?

Accepted Answer

For routine dusting, vacuum gently with a soft brush attachment or use a feather duster, working along the weave direction to avoid pulling individual strands. For spot cleaning, blot spills immediately with a clean dry cloth. For dried spots, use a barely-damp cloth with no soap, then allow the area to dry fully and naturally.

Question 8

What warranty do Norman woven wood shades come with?

Accepted Answer

Norman Naturals Woven Wood Shades are backed by a lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship for as long as the original purchaser owns the product.

Question 9

What does the Norman woven wood shade warranty cover?

Accepted Answer

The Norman lifetime warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship on Naturals Woven Wood Shades - including bamboo, jute, reed, and exotic grass options - for the life of the original purchaser's ownership.

Question 10

How do I clean Norman woven wood shades?

Accepted Answer

For routine dusting, vacuum gently with a soft brush attachment or use a feather duster, working along the weave direction to avoid pulling individual strands. For spot cleaning, blot spills immediately with a clean dry cloth. For dried spots, use a barely-damp cloth with no soap, then allow the area to dry fully and naturally.

Question 11

Can I use water or soap to clean Norman woven wood shades?

Accepted Answer

Never fully wet Norman natural woven wood shades. Sustained moisture causes natural fibers to swell, which can distort the weave and promote mildew in the backing. For spot cleaning, use only a barely-damp cloth with no soap, and allow the area to air-dry completely.

Question 12

Are Norman woven wood shades suitable for bathrooms?

Accepted Answer

No. Norman woven wood shades are not recommended for bathrooms or laundry rooms where steam is a regular occurrence. Repeated direct moisture from showers and steam will damage natural materials over time, causing warping, distortion, and potential mildew. A different window treatment is recommended for high-moisture rooms.