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Umbra

Umbra is a privately held Toronto design company founded in 1979 by Paul Rowan and Les Mandelbaum after they designed a window shade they wanted to use.

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01 / Buying facts

What you can check.

Warranty & support

Umbra backs its products with a one-year limited manufacturer's warranty for manufacturing defects for private residential customers. Glass, used or discount-retailer goods, ordinary wear, misuse, negligence, modifications, loss and disposed products are excluded; dated proof and photos may be required, and regional support channels apply.

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History on record

1979 — Paul Rowan and Les Mandelbaum created Umbra's first window shade

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02 / Company & ownership

Behind the brand.

Umbra is a privately held Toronto design company founded in 1979 by Paul Rowan and Les Mandelbaum after they designed a window shade they wanted to use. It applies original design to everyday home objects across storage, décor, window hardware and kitchen products. Buyers should check dimensions, mounting hardware, wall type, load limits and care instructions for the exact item.

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03 / Product guide

Start with the right product.

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What is still unknown?

We do not yet have documented answers for these parts of Umbra’s profile. Missing evidence is not a negative finding about the brand.

  • Company timeline
  • Ownership
  • Design location
  • Manufacturing by product line
  • In-house and outsourced work

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