Blackout Window Shades For The Summer

Blackout Window Shades have become the must-have window blinds for the summer time. These blinds block light and heat, reducing fading from UV rays and glare and eye strain from computer screens. Below are a variety of the types of blackout blinds available on the market and the benefits of each one:

Suntec Blackout Vinyl Roller Shades keep rooms dark and cool. Polyester/fiberglass fabric helps create a barrier against light and heat. Businesses may want to employ these blinds for meeting rooms where screens are used for presentations and darkness is needed.

If buyers are unsure of which fabrics would work best with their interior design, it is possible to order free samples or squares of material in a variety of different styles and colors. Window treatment companies want to ensure their customers are happy. If free samples aren’t available, check with another company. Roller shades are easy to operate and can be raised and lowered as needed.

Another option for room-darkening shades is the Cordless 9/16″ Blackout Single Cell Shades. The fabric is a point bond fabric with a mylar layer. This provides added insulation to help diminish the cost of energy bills in the summer.

For added insulation year-round, the Deluxe 3/8″ Blackout Double Cell Shades are the best bet. Some may qualify for a federal tax rebate. They also help block out sound as well as light and heat, creating a comfortable atmosphere for those who sleep during the day or homes with a custom theater room.

Asante created their Blackout Roman Shades for those who like luxury but still need to block light for certain hours of the day. The soil and dust resistant material are perfect for kid’s rooms and help make naptime easier for kids to adjust to. These blinds offer a limited lifetime warranty.

Room darkening pleated shades with an added “no holes privacy” upgrade are designed to block more light and provide more privacy than standard pleated shades. Typical pleated shades have holes through the center of each pleat to allow the lift cords to run through the shades. With our unique design, the no holes privacy has a tab on the back of each pleat through which the lift cords are threaded. This design eliminates the visible holes in the shades. Note: Because of the nature of pleated shades, the front of the blinds are thicker than the back when compressed. This may cause a slight tilt to the bottom rail when the shades are lifted.

As summer begins to sizzle, many Americans are looking to cool their homes for the least expense. Blackout window shades will help do this. Less air conditioning will be needed and energy bills will drop. These blinds are a great compliment to any home or office.

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