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Lumi Light Diffusing Sheer Shades
Sheer softness. Precise control. Our Lumi Light Diffusing Sheer Shades suspend soft fabric vanes between two layers of sheer, so you get the airy elegance of a sheer shade with the tilt control of a...
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Sheer softness. Precise control.
Our Lumi Light Diffusing Sheer Shades suspend soft fabric vanes between two layers of sheer, so you get the airy elegance of a sheer shade with the tilt control of a blind. Tilt the vanes open and daylight floods in through the sheers with a clear view out. Tilt them closed and the room fills with a soft, even glow while the outside world quietly disappears.
It is the most refined way to manage daylight in a room where the window treatment is part of the decor rather than just a fix for glare.
Key Features and Benefits
- Floating Vane Construction: 2" fabric vanes are suspended between front and back sheer layers, giving you precise control of light and visibility from a single treatment.
- Beautifully Diffused Light: Sunlight passes through the sheer facing and softens as it crosses the vanes, arriving as a warm, even glow with no glare or hard shadows.
- Daytime Privacy Without Darkness: Closed vanes obscure the view inside while keeping the room bright, so you never have to choose between privacy and daylight.
- UV Protection: The layered construction filters harsh direct sun that fades floors, art, and upholstery.
- Durable Aluminum Rail System: A sturdy headrail and weighted bottom bar keep the shade hanging straight and operating smoothly for years.
- Child-Safe Options: Available cordless or motorized, with no hazardous loops within reach.
How the Three-Layer Design Works
A conventional shade gives you one decision: up or down. This one gives you two, because the vanes move independently of the shade itself.
Lower the shade to cover the window, then rotate the vanes to set the mood. Fully open and the vanes sit horizontal, leaving a clear view through the sheers and maximum daylight. Partially tilted and you cut glare while keeping brightness, ideal for screens and afternoon sun. Fully closed and the vanes overlap into a continuous soft panel, giving you privacy and a gentle luminous wash across the whole window. Raise the shade entirely and it stacks compactly at the top for an unobstructed view.
Five Refined Neutrals
Available in White, Off-White, Ivory, Beige, and Pearl Grey. The cooler tones, White and Pearl Grey, keep a room feeling crisp and contemporary, while Off-White, Ivory, and Beige cast a warmer glow when the vanes are closed. Because these fabrics are translucent, the color you choose directly affects the quality of light in the room, not just the look of the window.
Pro Tip: Sheer fabrics behave completely differently with daylight behind them than in your hand. Order free samples (up to 10, shipped free) and hold each against the actual glass before deciding.
Which Sheer Is Right for Your Room?
| Shade | With Vanes Closed | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Lumi Light Diffusing (this shade) | Soft, luminous glow with daytime privacy | Living rooms, dining rooms, kitchens, sunrooms |
| Lumi Light Dimming | Substantially darker, with strong privacy | Bedrooms, media rooms, street-facing windows |
| Signature Sheer Roller | A single sheer panel, maximum light, minimal privacy | Rooms where light and view matter most |
Need more darkness and privacy from the same elegant look? See our Lumi Light Dimming Sheer Shades, which use room-darkening vanes. Prefer the simplicity of a single sheer panel? Browse our Signature Sheer Light Filtering Roller Shades.
A Note on Nighttime
Like all sheer fabrics, these provide daytime privacy rather than round-the-clock privacy. After dark with lights on inside, closed vanes will still show silhouettes. For bedrooms and street-facing windows where privacy matters at all hours, choose the Light Dimming version or pair these with drapery panels.
Custom Build, Controls & Fit
- Custom Made: Built to your exact measurements in 1/8" increments, with inside or outside mount available.
- Control Options: Cordless for a clean, child-safe window; a continuous cord loop for effortless operation on larger shades; or motorized with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery and remote.
- Headrail Finishing: A standard open roller, a 3" white aluminum fascia, or a cassette valance with a matching fabric insert.
- Mount Depth: Requirements range from 1 9/16" to 3 15/16" depending on your lift system and valance choice.
- Tolerances: Width and height +/- 1/8".
- Warranty: Limited lifetime warranty on components, with 5-year coverage on motorization.
Available size ranges are confirmed in the configurator above.
Factory-Direct Since 1993
More than 30 years making custom window treatments and shipping them straight from the factory, without showroom markups. Every order includes:
- Free Shipping: Ships freight-free anywhere in the 48 contiguous United States.
- Fast Turnaround: Custom-made and shipped within approximately 7 business days.
See the glow for yourself. Order your free samples, then configure your custom size above.
Product Specifications
- Factory deduction of 1/8" may be applied by factory to account for roller mechanism.
- Factory deduction of 1/4" may be applied by factory to account for valance type.
- No Valance (Standard Open Roller): Cordless (1 7/8"), Continuous Cord Loop (2 7/16"), Motorized (2 1/4")
- Cassette Valance with Fabric Insert: Cordless (1 9/16"), Continuous Cord Loop (1 9/16")
- Aluminum Fascia (3", White): Continuous Cord Loop (2 1/2"), Motorized (2 1/2")
- No Valance (Standard Open Roller): Cordless (2 1/4"), Continuous Cord Loop (3 1/14"), Motorized (2 15/16")
- Cassette Valance with Fabric Insert: Cordless (3 15/16"), Continuous Cord Loop (3 15/16")
- Aluminum Fascia (3", White): Continuous Cord Loop (3 1/8"), Motorized (3 1/8")
- 3" Aluminum Fascia in White (not available with cordless lift).
- Cassette Valance with matching fabric insert (not available with motorization).
- Limited lifetime warranty on components
- 5-year warranty on motorization components
How to Measure & Install
Taking accurate measurements is straightforward. Let us walk you through the process!
To ensure a perfect fit, keep these essential pointers in mind:
- Always use a metal measuring tape for the best accuracy; fabric tapes can stretch and lead to errors.
- If your width measurement falls on a 1/16" or 1/32" mark, round down to the nearest 1/8".
- If your height measurement lands on a 1/16" or 1/32" increment, round up to the closest 1/8".
- Always consult the Product Specifications for the product you are measuring for. If you have questions, we will be happy to help!
Instructions for Inside Mounted Roller Shades
Depth Requirements: For an inside mount, you'll need to make sure the window frame is deep enough to accommodate the roller shade. Refer to the Product Specifications for minimum depths depending on your chosen valance option.
Measuring the width
- The width measurement is found by measuring the inside of the window frame in three locations: the top, middle, and bottom.
- Choose the smallest of these measurements.
- If you get a 1/16" or 1/32" increment, round down to the nearest 1/8".
- That's your width for your roller shades.
Measuring the height
- The height measurement is found by measuring the inside of the window frame in three locations: the left, center, and right.
- Choose the largest of these measurements.
- If you get a 1/16" or 1/32" increment, round up to the nearest 1/8".
- That's your height for your roller shades.
Instructions for Outside Mounted Roller Shades
An outside mount sits outside of the window and the window frame. Because it is meant to cover the entire space of the window, you'll need to make some additions to the measurements to make sure you order the right size. Please follow the instructions below.
Measuring the width
- Measure the width of the area you want the shade to cover across the top.
- We suggest adding at least 4 inches to the width (2 inches per side) to minimize light gaps.
- That's your width for your roller shades.
Measuring the height
- Measure the height from where you want the headrail to sit down to the window sill or desired length.
- We suggest adding at least 4 inches to the height (2 inches top, 2 inches bottom).
- That's your height for your roller shades.
For detailed step-by-step instructions with videos, visit our Measuring Guide Hub.