Sheer Shades
What is a Sheer Shade: A sheer shade consists of two layers of sheer fabric with a semi-opaque fabric vane in between. The vane can be rotated to control both light and privacy, functioning similarly to an updated wood blind but made entirely of fabric. The two layers of sheer fabric provide some privacy during the day when the shade is lowered, while still allowing a view outside.
If you are looking for an even clearer view, Silhouette ClearView shades use a layer of black sheer on the window side instead of the standard white sheer, which enhances the view outside.
Helpful Hint:
To clean any dust that may accumulate in the pockets between the layers of fabric, you can use a hair dryer on the cool/no-heat setting or compressed air. Simply pull the shade out from the bottom and blow the dust through from the end.

Pros:
- A view out while down
- A very attractive look
Cons:
- The head rail is large, making it difficult to inside mount in some situations
- Light-dimming is available, but light still seeps in between vanes
Options:
- Best - Silhouette, Hunter Douglas - has ClearView option and largest selection of fabrics
- Best - Pirouette, Hunter Douglas - has ClearView option
- Best - Luminette, Hunter Douglas - like the Silhouette, but for a door wall or large window with vertical vanes
- Better - Sheer Shades, Alta
- Good - Nantucket, Hunter Douglas, Origins fabrics offer the lowest price sheer shades













