3" Light Filtering Sheer Shades – Soft Light, Elegant Design, Custom Fit Enhance your windows with the modern luxury of 3" Light Filtering Sheer Shades from Select Blinds. These designer-quality window treatments combine the functionality of blinds with the gentle elegance of sheer fabric, softly filtering natural light while providing privacy and UV protection. Perfect for living rooms, dining spaces, and offices, these shades transform sunlight into a warm, ambient glow. Key Features & Custom Options Light Filtering & Privacy: The sheer horizontal vanes diffuse sunlight beautifully while shielding your interiors from harsh rays—offering both visual comfort and daytime privacy. Refined Color & Texture Selection: Available in 3/4" single-cell and 1/2" double-cell constructions, these shades provide excellent insulation, helping to reduce energy costs by maintaining indoor temperatures. Custom Sizing & Controls: Use the “Measure Your Windows” tool to enter precise dimensions for a made-to-order fit. Select lift styles like cordless or motorized operation for added convenience and child safety. Upgrade to a fabric covered headrail. Fabric Width: The 3-inch vanes offer wider visibility and a more open view when tilted open—ideal for maximizing natural light without compromising privacy. Why Choose Select Blinds? At Select Blinds, every window treatment is handcrafted with care. With over 170 products and more than 1,800 color options, you’ll find styles that reflect your unique taste. Enjoy free shipping on all orders, plus expert guidance every step of the way—whether you’re DIY-savvy or a first-time installer. Looking for inspiration and tips on decorating with sheer shades? Visit our design blog: https://blog.selectblinds.com/ Brighten your home with 3" Light Filtering Sheer Shades—where functionality meets timeless style Sample First Concerned about getting the correct color, pattern or material? Don't be. We'll send you up to 15 free samples of any product so you can order with confidence and know exactly what your custom color will look and feel like. And we'll ship them to you for free! Pick Your Color / Get FREE Samples Happy Customers "I reviewed the shades on-line, but wanted to finalize the order with a cust. rep. He was very helpful & knowledgeable. The shade arrived when expected & the installation (by husband) went fine. We are enjoying the view while the sun is filtered. I will surely order from Select Blinds again! Thank you for a great product & great service."- Sue R., Wisconsin "I am so pleased with my new shade. It's even more beautiful than I expected. The size is perfect and I love the remote that will allow me to filter light and the view outside to the degree that I want. I also love the simple, clean white color. My new shade really adds a touch of class to my kitchen. Thank you, Select Blinds!"- Laurie, Eugene, OR See More Reviews
Recommendations Deductions may vary +/- 1/8". Do not account for factory deductions when measuring for your shade. Deduction information detailed in the table below. Fabric slats on the shade are 100% polyester. Headrails and cassettes are color coordinated with a coordinated fabric insert. Rechargeable Motorized Wand upgrade will need a rechargeable motor battery and charger. Motorized Wand comes in 5 different color options: White, Off White, Grey, Bronze, or Black. Motorized options are powered by rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, which will be shipped at or below 30% charge for safety. Fully charge your shades before use for optimal performance. For all mounting types, fabric will measure exactly the length ordered when the vanes are in the closed position. When the vanes are rotated open, the shade will become slightly longer. Bottom clearance is determined by adding ½" to the outer cut width. The safety device is required by law and must be applied on chain loops and prevents free-hanging loops in operating chains. Install the safety device at the maximum distance possible from the control mechanism to prevent slack in the loop. Dimensions Depth Height Width Height Width WidthHeightHeadrail DeductionsFabric DeductionsRequired Mounting SpaceHeadrail Dimensions 12" - 120" Continuous Cord Loop 18" - 84" Cordless Lift 24" - 120" Motorized Wand 24" - 120" SelectBlinds Automation 16" - 120" Continuous Cord Loop 18" - 84" Cordless Lift 16" - 96" Motorized Wand 16" - 96" SelectBlinds Automation Inside Mount: All Lift Styles: 1/4" Outside Mount: All Lift Styles: No Deductions Inside Mount: All Lift Styles: 15/16" Outside Mount: All Lift Styles: 5/8" Inside Mount Minimum Depth: 1" All Lift Styles Inside Mount Flush Depth: 3 3/8" All Lift Styles Outside Mount Minimum Space: 1" All Lift Styles All Lift Styles: Depth: 3 1/4" Height: 3" SelectBlinds Automation SelectBlinds Automation is our latest innovation in motorized control, offering seamless two-way communication between your smartphone and shades, with support for unlimited shades, customizable scenes, and flexible timers. For an average-sized shade under typical usage (raising and lowering once per day) the internal rechargeable battery will last around 6 months. BThe battery can be recharged up to 500 times. It takes approximately 7 hours to recharge the motor when fully depleted. The internal rechargeable battery requires a 5V DC compatible charger, which is sold separately as a charging kit. The kit is available in white only and includes a power block and a 120” charging cable equipped with a USB-C connection. At least one charging kit should be added to your order, The 5-channel remote can control up to 10 individual window treatments. Motorization lift system upgrade does not include remote. A remote is not required for system operation, but if remote control operation is desired, we recommend adding one remote to your order for every room of shades. Add a Solar Panel to your order to keep your shades charged automatically, reducing the need for manual charging and battery maintenance. This convenient, energy-efficient option utilizes solar energy captured at the window and offers flexible mounting options. Product specifications and installation instructions are available here. Motorization Instructions The Wall Mount Kit includes a wall bracket, magnetic wall plate, 2 screws, and 2 drywall anchors. The wall bracket can be installed with provided screws or with 3M Command Strips (not provided) for flexible installation. Never lose your remote again! The Remote Wall Mount is simple to install and provides a convenient magnetic home for your remote. SelectBlinds Automation is not compatible with the SelectConnect Bridge. Programming for your shades and accessories is done in the SelectBlinds Automation App. Refer to the motorization guide linked below for more information. Add a SelectBlinds Automation Bridge to unlock the full potential of your automated system, enhancing connectivity, extending range, and enabling seamless integration with leading smart home platforms. Enjoy hands-free control through Apple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, and SmartThings — all powered by Matter for a secure, effortless, and future-ready smart home experience. The SelectBlinds Automation Bridge supports control of up to 15 shades per home and allows secure remote access through the SelectBlinds Automation App, letting you adjust your shades from anywhere in the world. Currently, only one bridge can be used per home network, with multi-bridge support planned for future updates. Improve performance and responsiveness when controlling multiple shades throughout your home. The Bridge enhances range, ensures precise alignment for grouped shades, and keeps your timers accurate by automatically syncing each shade’s internal clock. Motorization Instructions
