//Provenance® Woven Wood Shades
Woven Wood Shades for Marin County Homes
Hunter Douglas Provenance® woven wood shades in natural bamboo, reeds, grasses, and woods - measured, designed, and installed across Marin County and Petaluma.
//Why Woven Wood
Natural fiber warmth, engineered to last
Provenance woven wood shades are crafted from natural bamboo, reeds, grasses, and woods, introducing texture, depth, and earthy character that synthetic materials cannot replicate. Hunter Douglas conditions each material through a multi-step process that stabilizes the fibers against moisture and UV, minimizing the stretching, bowing, and breaking common to generic woven wood shades.
That engineered construction stands up to the temperature swings, dry summers, and variable humidity of Marin’s climate. Independent liners add UV protection on south- and west-facing windows in Lucas Valley and Mill Valley that receive intense afternoon sun.
//Configurations
Four configurations: Roman to Vertical Drapery
The Roman configuration folds into flat, stacked panels for a clean, classic look, while Waterfall Roman keeps cascading horizontal folds even when raised - a decorative option for picture windows and French doors. Recessed Roman mounts flush inside the frame for a built-in appearance with no visible hardware.
The Vertical Drapery configuration extends woven wood materials to sliding glass doors and wide window walls, with panels that traverse open on a track for full access to patio doors and hillside views. All four are available with PowerView motorization for smartphone, voice, and schedule-based control.
//Light & Privacy
Light control on your terms
Independent liners operate separately from the woven shade, giving you room-darkening or light-filtering control without compromising the natural texture. Top-down/bottom-up operation lets you drop the top of the shade for daylight while holding privacy at eye level.
Cordless lift systems including LiteRise and UltraGlide comply with the ANSI/WCMA A100.1-2022 child safety standard - LiteRise is fully cordless with no exposed cords, and every configuration can also be motorized with Hunter Douglas PowerView automation. Bay Blinds recommends cordless or motorized operation for every home with children or pets.
//Compare
Provenance vs. Hartmann & Forbes
Provenance is machine-woven at scale, ensuring consistency in color, texture, and construction across every shade in an order. That makes it the practical choice for natural fiber aesthetics at a more accessible price point, with lead times of 4 to 6 weeks and a wide range of standard materials and colors.
Hartmann and Forbes shades are hand-tied by artisans in Portland, Oregon - unique pieces with premium pricing and 6-to-8-week lead times. Bay Blinds carries both brands, alongside the designer Alustra Collection, and helps you compare materials, pricing, and timelines side by side during a free consultation.
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//Frequently Asked Questions
Do woven wood shades fade in direct sunlight?
Natural fiber shades will shift in tone over time with prolonged sun exposure, but Hunter Douglas engineers the Provenance line to minimize this effect. The materials are treated during manufacturing to resist excessive fading, and pairing your shades with an independent liner adds a barrier between the fibers and UV rays. South- and west-facing windows in Marin County receive the most intense afternoon sun, so Bay Blinds typically recommends a light-filtering or room-darkening liner for those exposures to extend the life and appearance of the natural fibers.
Can Provenance woven wood shades be motorized in my Marin County home?
Yes. Provenance woven wood shades are compatible with the Hunter Douglas PowerView motorization system, which allows you to raise, lower, and schedule shade positions from the PowerView app, Pebble remote, or voice assistants including Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit. Motorization is especially practical for hard-to-reach windows, large sliding door configurations using the Vertical Drapery option, and whole-home automation setups. Bay Blinds installs and programs PowerView systems throughout Marin County.
What is the difference between Roman and Waterfall Roman woven wood shades?
Roman woven wood shades fold into flat, stacked panels as they are raised, creating a clean, compact appearance at the top of the window. Waterfall Roman shades, by contrast, maintain cascading horizontal folds even when fully raised, which adds visual depth and texture to the window. Waterfall Roman is the more decorative option and works particularly well on French doors and picture windows where the shade remains partially lowered as a design element. Both configurations are available in all Provenance materials and colors.
Are woven wood shades safe for homes with children?
Yes. Hunter Douglas Provenance woven wood shades are available with cordless lift systems including LiteRise and UltraGlide, both of which comply with ANSI/WCMA A100.1-2022 child safety standards. LiteRise is a fully cordless push-and-pull system with no exposed cords of any kind. UltraGlide uses a single short retractable cord that stays at a consistent height out of reach. Bay Blinds recommends cordless or motorized operating systems for every home with young children or pets.
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