In this last installment of our blog series, Privacy and Sun Control, we will be featuring how Extra Density Weaving helps maintain the character of a natural woven shade while enhancing privacy.

Our Woven-to-Size methodology is a true made-to-order weaving and crafting process. Because of this, we are able to offer Extra Density Weaving. Extra Density Weaving is the process of two weft fibers woven together, rather than one, providing roughly 200% density. This increases the shade’s durability and opacity.

Extra Density Weaving can also be specified at the top of the shade or as a valance, concealing the operating componentry.

Extra Density Weaving is available in selected weaves from the Woven-to-Size Grassweave collection.

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We are pleased to announce our 2018 Anniversary New Arrivals with 17 woven-to-size designs in 44 colorways. Hartmann&Forbes began with a passion for designing and weaving unique textiles of sustainable fibers. We are proud to have continuously challenged existing standards with our innovative textures and handwoven artistry.

As we reflect on our 20 years, we are grateful for the journey. We are a community of farmers, weavers, craftsmen, showroom partners and designers bonded by a common vision to create interior spaces that deliver an experience of beauty and restoration.

As we celebrate this milestone, we want to thank you for being a part of our story. We hope that you enjoy the largest addition to our Woven-to-Size collection. We look forward to many more years of collaboration.

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Natural light and how it interacts and filters through our woven textiles is fundamental to the beauty and character of our natural woven shades. Some projects, however, require more privacy, sun control or furnishing protection.

Retrofitting a shade with a liner is one of the most common post-sale requests. It’s a process that can be time consuming and costly for the interior designer, so it’s important to consider your privacy options early in the specification process to avoid mistakes.

When selecting the proper liner for your shade you should consider the level of privacy and protection from sunlight, the degree of darkness desired, as well as the weight of the weave in relation to the weight of the liner.

We offer a full range of liners in three collections that are designed to color coordinate with your natural woven shade:

The SHEER COLLECTION offers a lightweight refined fabric prized for its delicate, light-filtering effect. Sheer liner adds body, weight and protection to woven shades without compromising the open-weave light-filtering characteristics.

The TRANSLUCENT COLLECTION provides a deeper level of privacy and protection, to both the woven shade and the interior, yet shapes and shadows remain recognizable.

The BLACKOUT COLLECTION offers complete privacy and total protection from the sun.

If you have questions about these privacy upgrades please feel free to contact your local Showroom Representative or Hartmann&Forbes directly at 888.582.8770.

VOICE CONTROLLED SHADE OPERATION, THE SOMFY MY LINK™ IS NOW ALEXA-ENABLED.

Leverage the power of Somfy myLink™ and Amazon Alexa for voice control of your automated Hartmann&Forbes shades. Use simple commands, like "Alexa, ask myLink to lower Bedroom Shades" "Alexa, tell myLink to raise the Kitchen Shades" "Alexa, ask myLink to play Goodnight scene"

Using the Somfy myLink skill is easy and only requires three things to get started:

1. A fully-operational Somfy myLink system (mobile device with app + at least 1 Somfy myLink dev6ice) with a connected motor
2. Mobile device (iOS or Android) running the latest Somfy myLink app for account linking
3. A device with Amazon Alexa connected to an Amazon account

To learn more or request a voice-controlled shade quote, please contact Customer Relations at 888.582.8780 or hfcr@hartmannforbes.com.