Roller Shades

Roller shades are a versatile and stylish window covering made from a single piece of fabric that rolls up and down. Roller shades provide a sleek, modern look while offering various levels of light control and privacy.

There is no difference between roller shades and roller blinds - they are in fact the same window treatment. While many people refer to them as “roller blinds”, the correct term is roller shades since they are custom made from a single piece of fabric.

Light-filtering roller shades allow some natural light to pass through while diffusing the light to reduce glare and provide a level of privacy. Blackout roller shades are designed to block out incoming light, offering maximum privacy and light control.

Yes, roller shades offer varying levels of privacy depending on the fabric chosen. Sheer fabrics provide light filtering with some visibility, while thicker or blackout fabrics and/or adding liners offer greater privacy. Blackout roller shades will provide the greatest privacy.

Dual/double roller shades feature two shades in one! Select Blinds Canada offers a selection of double roller shades, including double light-filtering & blackout roller shades, double solar & blackout roller shades and double zebra & blackout roller shades. Click here to see all of the double roller shades available.

Roller shades and solar shades may look similar, but they serve different purposes based on light control, privacy and UV protection.

Roller Shades are made from light-filtering or blackout fabrics, and are designed to provide varying levels of privacy and light control. They can be fully opaque for complete blackout or semi-opaque for the soft diffusion of natural light into the room. Roller shades are ideal for virtually any room in the house, including bedrooms, living rooms, and media rooms.

Solar Shades are made from UV-resistant, woven screen fabric, and are designed to block glare and reduce heat while still maintaining a view to the outside. Solar shades are offered in different openness factors (1%-14%): a lower percentage blocks more light, glare and harmful UV rays, while a higher percentage allows more visibility to the outside. Ideal for sunrooms, offices and any space where you want glare reduction without the need for total privacy or darkness.

Absolutely. Select Blinds Canada offers a wide selection of fabrics, colours and patterns to match your décor. We recommend that you order free samples to see and feel the materials before making a decision.

Yes, all of our roller shades can be motorized. The motorized option allows you to control the blinds remotely, making them an excellent choice for hard-to-reach windows, or for adding modern automation to your home. Add a Smart Hub for wi-fi operation (including the setting of timers/schedules) through a smartphone or by voice control via Alexa or Google.

Yes, all Select Blinds Canada window coverings are designed with safety in mind. Select Blinds Canada offers cordless lift and motorized roller shade options, which eliminate dangling cords. And the continuous cord loop option comes with a Safety Guard sheath that covers all but 22 cm of the chain to help prevent accidents.

Since all of the window treatments at Select Blinds Canada are made to your exact measurements and specifications, the price of roller shades depends on several factors including the width and height of the window covering, the type of fabric, and the addition of optional features such as motorization, valances, liners or the no-drill installation headrail. Roller shade pricing typically starts below $39.99.

The choice between inside and outside mount depends on your preference. Inside mount fits within the window frame, offering a sleek, flush, built-in look. Outside mounts are installed outside the window frame, covering a larger area and may provide better light control and privacy.

For an inside mount, measure the exact width of the inside of the window frame at the top, middle, and bottom, and use the narrowest measurement. For the height, measure the inside frame at the left, center, and right, and use the longest measurement. For outside mount, measure the desired width and height of the area you wish to cover, adding up to an extra 4” to ensure proper coverage.

Roller shades are designed for straightforward installation whether you’re an experienced DIY home renovator or a beginner. They come with all necessary hardware and instructions, and we offer additional installation videos on the site. All you need is a tape measure, power drill/screwdriver, level and pencil. Our Customer Satisfaction team is also here to answer any questions you may have.

You can make it even easier with the No-Drill Installation Headrail upgrade. This exclusive feature allows you to put up your new roller shades in just a few minutes. Simply snap the headrail into place and insert your shade. No tools, no holes, no hassle!

Many of our custom roller shades are Quick Ship and ship 1-3 business days from date of order. Others ship in 5-10 business days. You can check the specific up-to-date delivery timing of each roller shade on the product page.

Keeping your roller shades clean is simple and requires minimal effort. Use a feather duster, a microfiber cloth, or a soft brush attachment on a vacuum to remove dust and debris. For small stains, use a damp cloth with mild soap and water, and gently blot the stain (avoid scrubbing to prevent damage). For a deeper cleaning, use a damp sponge with mild detergent and wipe gently.