Premium Textured Solar Shades Questions & Answers
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Customer Reviews (30)Customer Questions
134 questions · page 4 of 14
We have very large windows in our living room and dining room. They are like commercial storefront windows. Aluminum frames with 3 window panels 42x78. The 3 panels are then framed in with wood trim about 130". We would like solar shades or light filtering cellular shades to protect from harsh hot Florida sun while preserving the view. Can we do inside mount in each aluminum panel? Can we do 3 faux inside mounts on the wood frame? I tried to attach pics but its not working. Also is cellular shades or solar shades better since they will go all the way to the floor? Thanks in advance.
Asked by Greg ·
Hi Greg, Some of our Premium Solar Shades can go up to 144" as a single shade, it sounds like that would allow you to mount to the wood. There are ways to mount onto the aluminum but you may need to purchase special screws at a local hardware store, these will come with standard wood screws for installation. If you wouldn't mind, please send us an email to [email protected] and include a picture and we would be happy to provide additional insight.
Answered by Blindster ·
Is it possible to use one remote on three 72"X80" blinds in the same room or is a Single code remote?
Asked by Bill F ·
Hello Bill F., thank you for your interest in Blindster! Yes, you will be able to have 3 shades operate from the same remote. This particular category comes with a 16 channel remote.
Answered by Blindster ·
Would this work to mount on a french door? Are there other shades you would recommend for that? Thanks
Asked by Erica ·
Hi Erica, I would not recommend any type of roller/solar shade on a door. Over time, the vibration caused by opening and closing the door will cause the fabric to start shifting off of the tube. When the fabric is not situated on the tube straight it will start rubbing on the sides causing the material to fray. A lot of customers will put cellular shades or blinds on french doors. I would recommend one of those options. Please feel free to give us a call at 888-256-8672, option "1" for Sales, to discuss in further details, we'd be happy to assist you further.
Answered by Blindster ·
Would this work to mount on a french door? Are there other shades you would recommend for that? Thanks
Asked by Erica ·
Hi Erica, I would not recommend any type of roller/solar shade on a door. Over time, the vibration caused by opening and closing the door will cause the fabric to start shifting off of the tube. When the fabric is not situated on the tube straight it will start rubbing on the sides causing the material to fray. A lot of customers will put cellular shades or blinds on french doors. I would recommend one of those options. Please feel free to give us a call at 888-256-8672, option "1" for Sales, to discuss in further details, we'd be happy to assist you further.
Answered by Blindster ·
Regarding the solar shades, Do you have any that will block seeing inside at night when the lights are turn on?
Asked by Lillian A ·
Hello Lillian, thank you so much for your question! The shades that we offer are going to have the same openness on both sides of the material. What a person is able to see out during the day, is what someone will be able to see in at night when the lights are on.
Answered by Blindster ·
Regarding the solar shades, Do you have any that will block seeing inside at night when the lights are turn on?
Asked by Lillian A ·
Hello Lillian, thank you so much for your question! The shades that we offer are going to have the same openness on both sides of the material. What a person is able to see out during the day, is what someone will be able to see in at night when the lights are on.
Answered by Blindster ·
Do they reflect out UV light? What is the reflection value?
Asked by Barry F ·
Hi Barry, thank you for your question! Yes, these solar shades will provide UV blockage. The reflection value will depend on the fabric you select but UV blockages offered in this category range from 90% - 97%.
Answered by Blindster ·
What is the heat factor on your solar shades? Is it the same as the light factor?
Asked by Candy T ·
Hi Candy, thank you for your question! While this product doesn't have a certain percentage listed as its heat factor as it does for the light factor, the fabric color and percentage of openness will affect the amount of heat that comes into the room. Solar shades will give you that extra layer of heat protection, but keep in mind that the higher the openness percentage is the less heat reflecting the solar shade will provide.
Answered by Blindster ·
What is the heat factor on your solar shades? Is it the same as the light factor?
Asked by Candy T ·
Hi Candy, thank you for your question! While this product doesn't have a certain percentage listed as its heat factor as it does for the light factor, the fabric color and percentage of openness will affect the amount of heat that comes into the room. Solar shades will give you that extra layer of heat protection, but keep in mind that the higher the openness percentage is the less heat reflecting the solar shade will provide.
Answered by Blindster ·
Will solar blinds work for my sliding doors? They do not have a border frame and only 2 1/4 in from window to edge of wall. Would like motorized.
Asked by Susan ·
Hello Susan, I am not sure if these will work or not. Would you mind sending us in a picture of area you are looking to cover to our email address, [email protected]. Let us know what the size is that you are looking to order as well.
Answered by Blindster ·