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Written by Ray Lam   
Window shades refer to any window covering meant to hide the interior of the home from the view of passersby (thus, the use of the word 'blind'). Depending on the material and mechanism involved, they can also be an effective means of controlling the amount of sunlight that enters a room.
by RayLam


Window shades refer to any window covering meant to hide the interior of the home from the view of passersby (thus, the use of the word 'blind'). Depending on the material and mechanism involved, they can also be an effective means of controlling the amount of sunlight that enters a room.

Talking about the most favored window blinds, it can be claimed that the hottest ones to rule the market are the outdoor blinds. They are manually operated blinds and are the perfect ones to prevent the rain and wind from spoiling your outdoor fun and entertainment. They also offer a natural and exotic look and are indeed a great way to add casual and textured good looks to almost any kind of home decor.

Pleated shades on the other hand, offer hundreds and thousands of fashionable fabrics and colors to adorn the windows of your home or office. The various pleated shades that are available in the markets include, Roller shades, solar shades, Roman shades, sheer horizontal shades and so on. Modern and contemporary, yet classic and timeless, the pleated shades come in spring lift or bead chain loop and serve to add a unique finishing touch. T

Aside from reducing glare and maintaining privacy, window shades are also useful in saving energy by aiding insulation and preventing energy dissipation. Shades should be installed close enough to the window panes to allow for a well-sealed airspace.

Dual shades (which are highly reflective, or light-colored, on one side and are heat absorbing, or dark-colored, on the other) are even more energy efficient than most ordinary shades. The reflective side should always face the warmer side. The materials from which shades are made also affect their efficacy as means of insulation and light/air barrier; fiber batting controls the entry of air more effectively than other materials.

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