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Customer Reviews for Home Decorators Collection Espresso Fine Weave Bamboo Roman Shade - 70 in. W x 72 in. L (Actual Size 69.5 in. W x 72 in. L)

Internet #204779286

Model #0259370

  • Environmentally-friendly; adds eco-chic look to any room
  • Roll-up shades are quick and easy to install
  • Offers complete privacy with thread weave design

Customer Reviews

  • 3.6
    out of 35 reviews
  • 64% recommend this product
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The shades are beautiful!
The shades have a classy look...im a huge fan of the rustic look but classy at tye same time...and these shades are definitely both!! The color is exactly as stated...its brown but closer to a coffee color. They were easy to hang...i did the outside mount. I love the look of roman shades when pulled up....and they are pretty lifhtweight and go up/down easy. My only minor complaint is that you can’t see through them a little; although, I believe the details of the blinds are that you can’t see through them. I planned to keep my white blinds hanging behind the sheets to see if that’ll black out the light and look nice. I plan to raise my white blinds whenever i raise my shades. Looks like i can add 1 photo, so ill ad more
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    • Recommended
    Quality Attreactive Shade
    Installed this shade myself and was quite pleased with the clarity of the directions. Relatively easy to install with only a few simple tools needed. If you have an assistant, the end of the install will be quicker and less frustrating, as it is difficult to hold and hang both ends. You can use side or back mount instructions depending on your application. The color is a deep,rich brown and it allows light to filter through while providing privacy. This is not room blackening but will substantially cut light in the room. I like the natural material of the shade and feel that they will be easy to maintain and look classier than othe slatted blinds. A pull cord is used to raise/lower and the kit comes with a grommet to hang the cord from to keep it neat.
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    Vogue bamboo roman shades
    Installation was straightforward and easy to complete; all mounting hardware is included with the shades. I chose to outside mount this shade. The only major difference I noticed from the honey bamboo blinds and expresso multi-weave blinds was that this shade didn't include an attached valance; however, I didn't feel not having a valance changed the contemporary aesthetic to the shade.
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    Great quality!
    I love the heavy duty quality of this privacy shade! It's really well made and much sturdier than the window blind it replaced. It's also much easier to clean (I think with just some soapy water since it's bamboo wood), because you don't have to deal with all those dust-gathering slats of traditional blinds. It's easy to lower and pull up this shade with the attached cord and it comes with a small hook you attach to your wall to wind the cord around (see picture). It was also very easy to install! I think the "privacy" means that you cannot look through it from the outside. Light still filters through from the outside (see picture), so it's not room-darkening if that's what you're also looking for. I'm happy with this new shade, and I may replace all my other window blinds with these fine weave bamboo roman shades in the near future!
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    Response from HomeDecorExpertMar 31, 2015
    Dear Valued Customer,

    Thank you for sending us your review! Our company values customer feedback and we are very happy to hear that you are enjoying your Espresso Weave Roman Shade. The window blind is semi-private and will brighten up any room. To add additional privacy to your window blind, the privacy liner is a great option for that. If you have any questions about your window blind, please call 800-860-1677.
    Thank You
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    These are great blinds--the color is nice and dark. My only quibble with them is a slight tendenc...
    These are great blinds--the color is nice and dark. My only quibble with them is a slight tendency to not hold their level length when drawn down. In other words, the blind sits on an uneven diagonal and requires adjustment. Otherwise I'm very satisfied. I ordered these for a front porch that gets morning sun and to provide a little buffer from exposure to the street when sitting outside.
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    I wanted a 39 inch width; but it is a 38.5 inch; looks better in the picture; would not recommend...
    I wanted a 39 inch width; but it is a 38.5 inch; looks better in the picture; would not recommend it;
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    Response from HomeDecorExpertFeb 7, 2018
    Dear KB,
    We are sorry you were confused about the size. Please know that it is an industry standard for this particular type of shade to be 0.5 narrower than the order size (or the size shown on the box). This is done so that it is guaranteed fit because in some cases home builders build windows that differ in size from top to bottom of the window frame. If you need help with ordering the correct size please call our Customer Service Dept. at (800) 860-1677 Monday-Friday 7:00am to 5:00pm (Pacific Time) or email lhicustomerservice@lewishymaninc.com. We look forward to hear from you.
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    They were well priced, they arrived quickly, installed easily, and...
    They were well priced, they arrived quickly, installed easily, and look great! So happy with this purchase. Ty!
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    Very pretty and was easy to install....
    Very pretty and was easy to install.
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    Picture almost makes these look like a "beaded" texture. ...
    Picture almost makes these look like a "beaded" texture. Essentially these are the "matchstick" type rollup blinds with more strings woven between them. They do offer more privacy than the matchstick type, as that is what we replaced with these. The color is more black than we wanted but OK.
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    So easy to put up. I am always complemented...
    So easy to put up. I am always complemented on them. My only complaint is the draw cord which could be better designed but so easy to fix that yourself.
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    These are advertised as privacy weave yet you can see straight through them.
    These are advertised as privacy weave yet you can see straight through them.
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    Response from HomeDecorExpertNov 13, 2017
    Dear St, Thank you for your feedback on the Espresso Fine Weave Bamboo Roman Shade. This shade is listed as semi-private. For additional privacy or neutral backing, you can attach a fabric privacy liner to the back of natural shades. Another option for additional privacy is to outside mount natural shades, then inside mount an inexpensive white black out roller blind. Please know that our shades come with a 1 year warranty with proof of purchase receipt. If you need help with a Home Depot return or exchange please call our Customer Service Dept. at (800) 860-1677 Monday – Friday 7:00 am to 5:00 pm (Pacific Time).
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    They were supposed to be for outside by my pool...
    They were supposed to be for outside by my pool I left one outside it rained and bled ink all over my pool deck the color was not colorfast I would never buy them again
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    Response from HomeDecorExpertNov 3, 2017
    Dear Ed, The Espresso Fine Weave Bamboo Roman Shade is for interior use only. It is described as an interior roman shade in the product description. If you leave the shade outside the stain will bleed. We are sorry you had this unfortunate experience. If you need further assistance, please call our Customer Service Department at (800) 860-1677 from 7am-5pm and ask for The Shades Expert.
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    1 Star Review
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    Response from HomeDecorExpertAug 21, 2017
    Dear Frank, thanks for your feedback. We regret that there was something about your order that made you give the Espresso Fine Weave Bamboo Roman Shade a 1 star. A lot of customers are happy with this shade style. Please email us at lhicustomerservice@lewishymaninc.com or call (800) 877-1677 M-F from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PST so that we can find out more information about your review concerns. Customer service is our number one priority and we are here to help.
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    Why are they called privacy shades?!?
    I must say install was easy. They are great looking shades. But privacy?! I think not. My suggestion is rename these so people don't waist their time looking for a privacy shade and end up with these. They can clearly be seen through if lights in the house are on at night. They are good for darkening a room and have a nice look about them. But I wouldn't recommend them if your wanting privacy
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      1 found this review helpful
      The shades are great quality and room darkening as well....
      The shades are great quality and room darkening as well.
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      For the price it was okay. This should only be use on inside mount applications. The raw wood a...
      For the price it was okay. This should only be use on inside mount applications. The raw wood and brackets show on an exterior mount, which is very unattractive. The product description did not explain this, therefore I will have to find a way to correct the problem. A resolution will now cost more money and takes away from the original lower cost of the product. I was also sent two different pull styles, 1 has a single and the window next to it has a double pull. I am using the product in a basement rec room, and that would be the only place I would recommend their use or other similar insignificant area.
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      I used these for windows within my patio doors, so they were mounted directly to the door. Only o...
      I used these for windows within my patio doors, so they were mounted directly to the door. Only one type of mounting bracket is included and it causes the blinds to hang far away from the window, leaving a sizable gap. There was no other way to mount them closer. It works but it's not perfect. Also the in store display had a type of valance, that is not part of this produce. That caught me off guard. Get I should have paid more attention. Otherwise looks good and works, installation, even into an aluminum door was not bad.
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      Like it, not love it.
      My young daughter wanted a 'wood' blind for her bathroom in our new house. I was concerned as all the models in the store had different levels of translucency and I wanted privacy for that room. The sales clerk showed me pics of this model and it looked opaque and I loved the color and look of the blind. The clerk ordered it for me online and I received it a few days later. It installed quickly and easily. However, I noticed that it let in a lot more light than I had thought it wpuld, making it still somewhat translucent. I checked outside at night with the light on and you can definitely see inside. But, everything is reasonably obscured, so there is still some privacy. You can see figures inside, but no detail and everything is reasonably obscred. Just know that it is not completely private from the outside when a light source is present in the room. My daughter does love it and I really love the look.
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      1 found this review helpful
      OK
      Does not block light the way I expected from the description.
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      Attractive & Efficient
      Attractive shade that we hung on an exterior door with 9-panels. Looks very good and is a nice change from cookie-cutter metal mini-blinds. Not cheap but for quality and looks, it's worth it.
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      • Recommended
      Aesthetic alternative to conventional blinds
      ESPRESSO FINE WEAVE BAMBOO ROMAN SHADE is aesthetically appealing and provides a good room darkening alternative to traditional blinds or curtains. It comes with all the hardware required to install it and is easy to install. When it is dark inside the it also serves as a privacy shade. During nights it is ineffective as a privacy shield as people from outside can see inside, if the lights are on. Overall a great product.
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      2 found this review helpful
      description misleading
      The store advertisement calls this a "privacy" weave but it is anything but. I nice looking shade but don't expect to use them in a bedroom with neighbors.
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      Response from HomeDecorExpertJan 8, 2016
      Dear Valued Customer,
      Thank you for sending us your review! Our company values customer feedback and we want you to know that your comments are very important to us. We are sorry for the inconvenience and to hear that this shade has not met your standard for privacy.
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      Nice quality Roman Shade
      Install was simple. All hardware was provided and in the box. Product from China is getting better when it comes to packaging and assembling ease. This is a non stocked Home Depot item in my local store. It's worth looking at alternative styles since the stores stock "generic" versions. It's dark but light comes through nicely.
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      disappointed
      I specifically picked this roman Shade because it said it was a Privacy fine weave bamboo shade. i was using them in my bedroom. However, when the lights were out you would be able to see directly in the bedroom and they just would work. UGHHHH
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      Response from HomeDecorExpertAug 21, 2015
      Dear Valued Customer,
      Thank you for sending us your review! Our company values customer feedback.
      We are sorry to hear about the dissatisfaction with the window blind privacy. This bamboo roman shade is actually a semi-private window blind, for added privacy a privacy liner could be added to the shades.

      Thank You
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      Convenient on-line purchase
      The product was as described. I was able to get the size I needed. Delivery at home couldn't have been more convenient.
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      • Recommended
      Beautiful shades
      Although it was almost a week later than the expected delivery we love the product and it was worth the wait! It is actually much nicer than we were anticipating.
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      • Recommended
      Not what I hoped
      I liked the 48" length which makes this blind almost custom for my window. The light comes through and changes the appearance of the blind - it does not look like the picture. After a few months the bottom trim started coming off on one end. It slowing got worse and now over half the bottom is hanging off. I took it down and have a trip to the local Home Depot and over an hour on the phone - cannot get satisfaction from the warranty.
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      Response from HomeDecorExpertJul 14, 2015
      Dear Valued Customer,

      Thank you for sending us your review! Our company values customer feedback.
      We are sorry to hear that the blinds are not meeting quality perfection. Please now this is not our Quality Control standard. Please call 800-860-1677 for assistance with your window blind.
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        High quality
        This is a high quality bamboo shade, and it is heavy. Compared to other bamboo shades I have, it is almost a darkening shade. Perfect for those windows that get a lot of evening sun. The directions says to put the mounting hardware in the slots of the shade and hold the shade up to mark where the screws go. It was too heavy for me to hold up and mark at the same time. I marked where the first of the mounting hardware should go and then measured the distance between them while they were in the slots. Marked off that distance and put the second mounting hardware up. It worked beautifully. After the mounting hardware was installed, putting up the shade was easy. Slip one of the slots on with the wing nut in place, then slide the other slot over the bolt and attach the wing nut. Tighten up the wing nuts. Done.
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        Response from HomeDecorExpertJul 10, 2015
        Dear Valued Customer,

        Thank you for sending us your review! Our company values customer feedback and we appreciate the time you took to let us know how much you are enjoying the high quality bamboo that is used for these shades. We are sorry to hear you had difficulty with installation and appreciate the extra tips provide when installing the window blinds. If you have any product questions, please feel free to call 800-860-1677.

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        1 found this review helpful
        Great shades
        We decided to try these shades after our 100 pound (very friendly) dog broke 2 sets of our wooden blinds when trying to see outside to anyone walking past our home, as he wants to greet everyone. These are working out perfectly, as he now simply seems to push them to the side. They are made very well and in the brief time we have had them, he has not damaged them at all. :) My only disappointment is that I hoped they would provide more privacy. I have noticed (when outside) that if there is a light on in the house, you can basically see straight thru them. Other than that, these are perfect shades at a great price.
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        Response from HomeDecorExpertMar 31, 2015
        Dear Valued Customer,

        Thank you for sending us your review! Our company values customer feedback and we are very happy to hear that you are enjoying your Roman Shade. The window blind is semi-private and will brighten up any room. To add additional privacy to your window blind, the privacy liner is a great option for that. If you have any questions about your window blind, please call 800-860-1677.

        Thank You
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        2 found this review helpful
        Good shade for the money
        Decent looking shade at a good price. Easy to install. I expected it to provide more light blockage for product called "privacy shade", but they look nice. I wish they had a valence.
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