Welcome to Shade & Panel, an independent resource for reviews, comparisons and guides on custom curtains, drapes, blinds and shades.
Our mission
We help people choose window treatments through careful analysis, clear comparisons and honest reviews. Window treatments are a category where product photos do most of the selling. Fabric weight, lining, real lead times and return conditions are often buried, and a custom order that arrives in the wrong size usually cannot be sent back.
What we do
- In-depth brand and product reviews based on specifications and owner feedback
- Side-by-side comparisons to help you choose between two options
- Buying guides for different situations and budgets
- How-to guides for sizing, setup and upkeep
- Free calculators that give you a number to work from
Our approach
Every review and guide on this site is based on product specifications, manufacturer documentation and aggregated owner experience. We are open about how we research and about our affiliate relationships.
We do not claim hands-on testing of the products we cover. We provide analysis based on specifications, comparisons and owner feedback, and we say when information is missing.
Who edits this site
Shade & Panel is edited by Lea Seiche, Editor. Articles are published under the editor’s byline and are produced from manufacturer documentation, owner feedback and technical sources.
What we cover
Our coverage is organized into four desks, one for each way our readers approach the subject: a renter covering a bedroom window, a homeowner dressing a whole floor, someone automating their shades, or a buyer on a tight budget.
Covers measuring, rod and bracket placement, fullness and length. Written for readers who want to order the right size the first time.
Covers linen, velvet, blackout and sheer fabrics, linings and heading styles, and what the fabric specifications actually mean.
Covers motors, batteries, remotes and smart-home compatibility for readers automating their windows.
Compares ready-made and custom options, total cost per window, and where a lower price changes what you get.
Transparency
This site is reader-supported. When you buy through some of the links on this site, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. See our Affiliate Disclosure and our Editorial Guidelines for details.
Questions?
Contact us at [email protected].