Zebra Blinds/Dual Sheer Shades

Zebra Blinds

Zebra blinds, also referred to as zebra shades or dual sheer shades, have a unique appearance with alternating bands of translucent and light filtering or room darkening materials, lending to their zebra blind namesake. These shades are made from a single piece of fabric that rolls up and down, overlaying the bands for a modern look and beautiful addition to any room.

Zebra shades roll up into a sleek, cassette headrail that is narrow enough to provide a largely unobstructed view when open. When closed, the alternating bands gently diffuse or reduce the amount of light coming into the room and provide moderate privacy.

Why Choose Zebra Blinds?

View our Zebra Shades Buying Guide

Zebra blinds are the perfect choice for many rooms and styles. Here's why:

• Style: Zebra shades have a distinctive, modern style that looks great in any room and uniquely accents any décor.
• Light Control: Dual sheer shades can be ordered with bands of sheer and privacy fabrics, allowing you to control how much light is diffused into a room or blocked.
• Sleek: Zebra blinds roll up into a narrow cassette, providing a largely unobstructed view when open.

Optional Upgrades

Zebra blinds are also available with a range of upgrade options to further customize and get the perfect window treatment for your room.

• Cordless Lift: This popular option provides a hidden control system that eliminates the lift cord on your Zebra shades and enables the shades to be easily raised or lowered with the touch of a finger.
• Continuous Cord Loop Controls: With this option, the cords on your Zebra blinds will be secured to wall or window frame, meaning your shades will have fewer visible cords. A great choice if your dual sheer shades are covering a large window.
• Motorized Lift: With a motorized lift upgrade, your zebra shades can be raised or lowered at the push of a button.

Other Considerations

While zebra blinds are a great option for window coverings, they may not be the perfect option for everyone or for every room. A few things to consider:

• Dual sheer shades do not provide complete privacy due to the translucent bands or light filtering bands.
• Their fabric construction is not the most ideal for areas of high humidity such as a bathroom or kitchen. If installing in these areas, consider the distance between the shades and water source, such as a bathtub or sink.

Measuring and Installing Zebra Blinds

Our zebra blinds are all customized and built to your specifications and can be installed by anyone going down the DIY route. However, you are not alone! Our guides on How to Measure and How to Install for zebra shades are full of the information you need to tackle the project yourself and be confident in your choices. In addition, we have in-house design consultants available to discuss your project and any questions you may have. They are only a phone call away at 1-800-505-1905.

Zebra Blinds FAQs

What are zebra shades?

Zebra shades or dual sheer shades, are made with fabric that has alternating bands of translucent and solid fabric for a striped appearance. The fabric can be adjusted for a partial view out or solid coverage for light control and privacy.

Why choose zebra shades?

Zebra shades have modern look that will work with any room and will give an unobstructed viewed when rolled up.

What are zebra shades made of?

Zebra shades are made with a single piece of fabric that has alternating bands of translucent and solid fabric for a striped appearance.

Can zebra shades be motorized?

Yes, we recommend getting them motorized to the ease of use and ability to be controlled remotely.

What fabrics can zebra shades be made of?

Zebra shades are made of polyester but can be outfitted with light filtering or fully blacked-out depending on the amount of light you want to let in.

Do zebra shades block light?

Zebra shades do not fully block light due to their alternating bands allowing some light to get through the translucent parts.

Not sure if you want to do it yourself? See if our Professional Measure and Install services are available in your area!