Roman shades are a popular type of window treatment. To find more information on the styling and function of Roman shades, try browsing this website for great examples of this design concept: http://www.selectblinds.com/roman-shades.html.
This is really just a matter of preference as both are very effective at blocking sunshine. Here is some more information about Roman shades. http://www.selectblinds.com/roman-shades.html
Usually any company that sells window treatment will also sell Roman window shades. You can go on Jcp.com and find a nice selection of Roman shades there.
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You can buy roman shades on websites like "blinddesign" or "grafilux". You can also go to an accessory shop and buy roman shades in there, most accessory shops sell these.
This site offers detailed, step-by-step instructions for measuring for Roman shades. It gives instructions for both regular Roman shades as well as Fusion shades: http://www.selectblinds.com/romanshades/measure-roman-shades.aspx
The Romans did not have a word for Roman shades of blinds because they did not have them. Roman shades or blinds derive their name from the fact that they look a bit like the wooden shutters the Romans had.
The different types of Roman shades are Classic, Hobbled, Relaxed, and even top-down. Roman shades are very elegant and provide the perfect amount of light and privacy.
Most roman shades do tangle easily, but there are cord accessories that can help you avoid this.
Unlike normal curtains or blinds, roman window shades have several segments of fabric that roll down over the window. Here's a picture: http://www.shadesshuttersblinds.com/images/roman-shades-image-3.jpg
Window shades, or blinds as they are called, can be made of many different materials. The main designs or styles of blinds are; venetian, vertical, louvers, jalousies and Roman blinds.
Roman shades should not be machine washed. This could damage the rolling capabilities and cause them to lose shape as well.
One can find a source about the Roman ruler Nero 6 at the library. Encyclopedias should have information on him, but one can also find online information about him at Roman Emperors.