Trending Towards Solar Shades in 2009, Sunglasses for your Windows
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Get this: Solar Shades increased in popularity nearly 63% from 2007 to 2008. Why is this small category experiencing rapid growth? Because they do a fantastic job of blocking solar heat – energy savings, woohoo! The room will literally cool down the instant you hang the shade. They are one of the best and most popular options for reducing glare on your flat screen television and computer monitor (which is why Starbucks uses them), and they protect your furniture, carpet, and paint from fading in the sun. They’re one of the only modern/contemporary products that accomplishes all of these things… without breaking the bank.
Usually made from semi-sheer vinyl material, they roll up tightly, giving you an unobstructed view to the street when you want it. They’re usually neutral in color – though colorful or patterned Solar Shades are gaining popularity as well – and won’t detract from your décor, if that’s important to you. They look fabulous with other window treatments, like valances and drapery panels. Most are available cordless, if you don’t want pesky cords dangling down, distracting from your design, or endangering your kids. Another reason they’re so popular is because they’re affordable and easy to install. You literally screw in two brackets and pop the shade in place. It’s super easy, but give them impression that you spent hours.
Solar shades are very versatile; they’ll work for you if you need inside or outside mounted shades. Luckily, they’re very narrow, and will usually fit inside of your window frame, even if you don’t have a lot of depth.
These Solar Shades are mounted as two on one headrail with the beaded cord lift option:
Some creative ideas:
1. Install Solar Shades over your screen door. Leave the screen open and pull the shade down in the summer so you can still see and hear your kids playing in the backyard without harsh heat flowing in.
2. Cover large windows with Solar Shades. Usually less expensive than other products, they’ll get the job done and look good doing it. This makes them perfect for apartment dwellers.
3. Cover sun room windows. Most people think sun room windows are impossible to cover… they’re not. Solar shades are available in very large sizes. Order than extra long and extra wide for full coverage when you want it.
A great customer posted this comment about the Economy Sheerweave Solar Shade , and it made me smile:
“I purchased this blind for my Mother-In-Law who has Macular Degeneration. Before the blind was installed, she was closing her living room draperies all day to avoid the glare from the sun and snow. After the blind was installed She can see through it without a glare or hurting her eyes. She is very happy that she can watch the birds and squirrels again! I am very happy that this has helped her so much. Thank You for offering a product that has given her some quality of sight again.“
Style, quality, and capability make this one of the most popular and still-growing categories. Give one a try and see what you think.
Happy Decorating,
