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Many of the finely woven fabrics or fabrics with open weaves in the Inspired Shades Natural Shade Collection require edge binding to protect the edge of the shade and keep the shade fabric from fraying over time. We understand that Edge Binding may not be a suitable style choice for all design aesthetics, so we've added Edge Seal as a new solution to protect the edges of shades. Edge Seal is used on select fabrics when ordered without edge binding. See below for the list of fabrics using this option when not using edge binding. Edge Seal is a non-adhesive tape applied to the back left and right edges of select shade fabrics. It is also applied to the valance of standard shades. Edge Seal is transparent once applied, but it may be slightly visible from the back and front of the shade, especially if the shade is unlined. It will be more visible on darker fabrics than on lighter fabrics.
Available FabricsEdge Seal is only used on the fabrics listed below if they are not ordered with edge binding. These fabrics no longer require edge binding to maintain the warranty for frayed edges. Please note, some fabrics in the collection have continued with the edge binding requirement, as all weaves and materials are not suitable to pair with Edge Seal.
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Ordering System NoteIn your ordering system, you will now see the External Power Motor instead of the External Battery Pack Motor option. This motor can be paired with an external battery pack, AA battery tubes, or the Plug-In Power Adapter to receive power, so the name has been updated.
Direct (Top) Mounted Shades When direct mounting fabric roman shades without using the installation slots in the headrail, it is possible to create a fabric pull in the valance for standard shades or shade fabric for waterfall shades. Please see the instruction below on avoiding pulls and an update around our replacement policy when this issue occurs. Because the head rail is fabric wrapped, it is important to always use the pre-drilled installation slots when direct mounting into the installation surface. The fabric around the slots has a reinforced opening that helps prevent the valance or shade fabric from pulling when the shade is installed. For direct mount Fabric Roman Shades, please always ensure installations use the provided screws and washers to hold the shade in place and that shades are installed using the pre-drilled slots. Previously, we allowed no-cost remakes for this issue. Because this can be avoided with proper installation, remakes may have to be processed with an Oops discount starting September 1, 2025. Our product guide and installation instructions now reflect this change.  Direct mount shades should always be installed through the installation slot in the head rail with the provided screws and washers.
Please note the below Esme Fabrics from our Inspired Shades Drapery Panel Collection have been discontinued effective immediately due to stocking issues.
Product GuidesProduct guides have been updated to reflect this change and can be downloaded on the Inspired Shades Website. >> Download Product Guides (US) >> Download Product Guides (CA) Password to access: inspiredtoolkit Comparable Fabric OptionsPlease note the below Sutton Fabrics from our Inspired Shades Fabric Roman Shade Collection have been discontinued due to stocking issues.
If you have a current order in this fabric, the factory will proceed with your order normally. Starting August 7th, this fabric will no longer be available to order. Product GuidesProduct guides have been updated to reflect this change and can be downloaded on the Inspired Shades Website. >> Download Product Guides Password to access: inspiredtoolkit Comparable Fabric Options Drapery Hardware color samples are now available to order. Color samples include a 4" cutting of drapery rod in our four available colors. See images below. Ordering optionsDrapery Hardware color samples can be ordered on their own for $30 USD or $40 CAD per kit. The Drapery Sample Bundle option which includes our Drapery Panel Sample Book, Drapery Hand Sample Bag, and Drapery Hardware color sample kit is available for $265 USD or $345 CAD total. Both options can be ordered on the Inspired Shades website by following the link below. >> Order Drapery Samples (US) >> Order Drapery Samples (CA)  Drapery Sample Bundle INSIDE MOUNT TOP-DOWN BOTTOM-UP SHADESThanks to your valuable feedback and a close look at remake trends, we've made an important update designed to benefit both you and your customers. We've taken steps to help avoid common issues and streamline your experience. Effective July 1, 2025, Inside Mount Top-Down Bottom-Up shades will no longer be available to order with returns. This update is being made to help avoid the larger light gaps that can occur on either side of the shade when returns are used for an inside mount. If returns are needed for an inside mount Top-Down Bottom-Up shade, please order it as outside mount with returns and subtract 1" from the overall width to allow for a 1/2" deduction on each side of the shade. This change will be reflected in your most recent Inspired Natural Shade product guide, and a warning will also appear in the ordering system to help prevent errors going forward.  New options now availableWe now have new options available for our collections including improvements to our motorization options and new fabrics for the Natural Roller Shade Collection. motorization improvementsMotorization updates including our redesigned Pro Wand* and 15-channel remotes are now available! Follow the links below to learn more about these updates. >> Motorization Improvements >> Learn More About the Pro Wand * Our redesigned Pro Wand is now available to order for our Dual Sheer Shade and Natural Roller Shade. The Pro Wand will launch for our Roller Shade Collection this fall. natural roller shade fabric updatesWe've added 10 new fabrics to the Natural Roller Shade Collection. The new fabrics are made with a tighter weave, allowing for more opacity. This increases the privacy level offered for this collection in single shades. All new fabrics are available up to 114" wide. The new fabrics will be included for new book orders and are available in a complimentary update pack for existing books. >> View the New Fabrics >> Order New Books >> Order Complimentary Update Packs product guidesProduct guides have been updated to reflect these changes and can be downloaded on the Inspired Shades Website through the Franchisee Toolkit.
>> Download Product Guides Password to access: inspiredtoolkit  We are thrilled to announce the updated Natural Roller Shade Collection will be available to order starting June 3rd, 2025. new fabricsThe updated collection will have 10 new fabrics that are made with a denser weave, resulting in a more opaque fabric ideal for privacy. Additionally, the new fabrics have a maximum width of 114" allowing for wider installation locations.
CASSETTE BRACKETSIn addition to the improvements above, starting June 3rd, 2025 this collection will begin using color matched cassette brackets.  SAMPLING AND UPDATE PACKSNew sample book orders will include the 10 new fabrics. If you have an existing sample book, you may also request an update pack free of charge. Update packs include the 10 new fabrics and can be added to existing sample books. >> Order New Books >> Order Complimentary Update Packs PRODUCT GUIDESProduct guides have been updated to reflect these changes and can be downloaded on the Inspired Shades Website through the Franchisee Toolkit. >> Download Product Guides Password to access: inspiredtoolkit MOTORIZATION UPDATESThe updated collection will include the Inspired Shades motorization updates, previously announced. Visit our Updates page to learn more.
>> Motorization Updates Motorization updates including our redesigned Pro Wand and 15-channel remotes will be available to order starting June 3, 2025. Pro WandOur redesigned Pro Wand will be available to order for our Dual Sheer Shade, Natural Roller Shade, and Natural Shade Collections starting June 3. The Pro Wand will launch for our Roller Shade and Fabric Roman Shade Collections this fall. The redesigned Pro Wand maintains the simple functionality and programming experience, with a redesigned look and connection. Features of the new design:
 INSPIRED SHADES RemotesOur proprietary 15-channel Inspired Shades Remotes will be available on June 3, 2025 for all collections. The contemporary remotes are available in both white and black. In addition to their updated design, the remotes have new features including AAA battery power, allowing for easy battery replacement, and a backlit LED Screen. The redesigned 15-channel remote can be used as a single channel remote by hiding unused channels. With the introduction of the updated 15-channel remotes, we will be discontinuing single channel remotes and single channel wall switches. The last day for ordering the current single channel remote will be June 2nd, 2025.  |
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