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Solar Screen Openness Factor Explained: 1% to 10% and What You'll Actually See

Solar Screen Openness Factor Explained: 1% to 10% and What You’ll Actually See

…14% range delivers in a real room. Every level is available in cordless or motorized lift across our solar shades collection. 1% openness factor A 1% solar shade has the tightest weave in the standard range. The room reads as significantly darker with the shade closed. Silhouettes outside are hard to make out. UV protection is the highest available short of full blackout. Best for: west-facing media rooms, home offices with screen glare, ground-fl…

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Best window treatments for south and west-facing windows: A solar screen buyer's guide

Best window treatments for south and west-facing windows: A solar screen buyer’s guide

…ce between colors is much easier to evaluate in your own light. When to Go Motorized Sun-facing windows often need daily adjustment. Motorized solar shades let you schedule your shades to lower automatically during peak sun and raise again after sunset. The Blindsgalore Envision Solar Shades pair with Alexa and Google Home, so you can control them from your phone without leaving the couch. Motorization also makes sense for hard-to-reach windows, l…

The Pros and Cons of Vertical Blinds

The Pros and Cons of Vertical Blinds

…le fabric verticals bring texture and softness that change the whole feel. Motorized options now let verticals open and close on a schedule or by voice command, which brings them into the smart-home world alongside everything else. The guide on Motorized Shades and Blinds covers what motorization looks like across treatments. For anyone who has not looked at verticals recently, the current options may surprise. The Ultimate Guide to Window Treatme…

Introducing Our New Classic and Luxera Roman Shade Collections

Introducing Our New Classic and Luxera Roman Shade Collections

…nd create routines that fit your day. Already have compatible Blindsgalore motorized window treatments? The new Roman shades can be added to your existing setup, so you can expand your smart shading system without starting over. Cordless and motorized options also remove accessible lift cords, making them our recommended choices for homes with young children or pets. Made for Your Windows No two homes (or windows) are exactly alike. Blindsgalore C…

Step-by-Step Guide to Making Window Shades from Fabric (DIY)

Step-by-Step Guide to Making Window Shades from Fabric (DIY)

…t control, and longevity that household fabrics cannot match. Cordless and motorized lifts provide operation that no DIY roller can replicate, and the fit is precise to the 1/8 inch. The comparison is honest: a DIY shade costs less upfront and gives you creative control. A custom shade costs more but performs better, lasts longer, and fits the window exactly. For a room where the shade is used daily, custom is almost always worth the investment. F…

The Different Types of Window Coverings: A Complete Overview

The Different Types of Window Coverings: A Complete Overview

…o-drill shades clip into the window frame without screws or brackets, and ​motorized shades offer remote and smart-home control for hard-to-reach windows. The guide on ​Motorized Shades and Blinds covers what automation looks like across treatments, and the ​Ultimate Guide to Window Treatments puts every category in context. How to choose the right type The room decides the treatment: Moisture-heavy rooms (kitchens, bathrooms): faux wood or alumin…

How to Clean Blinds: The Complete Material-by-Material Guide

How to Clean Blinds: The Complete Material-by-Material Guide

…ade in water. Not faux wood, not aluminum, not cellular, not blackout, not motorized. Never use bleach on any window covering, since bleach discolors fabric and degrades finishes. Never use abrasive pads, scouring powder, or steel wool. Never spray cleaner directly at the headrail, and never spray a motorized headrail at all. Never scrub fabric shades. Blot instead, since scrubbing pills the surface permanently. Never use a steam cleaner. Heat plu…

Best Roman Shades for Every Room: A 2026 Buying Guide

Best Roman Shades for Every Room: A 2026 Buying Guide

…er shade or faux wood blind will hold up better there. Can roman shades be motorized? Yes, and roman shades support a fuller range of automation than most buyers realize. Battery-powered motors mean no electrical work, and control runs through a remote, a wall switch, or a smart home system. Motorization also removes operating cords entirely, which matters in homes with children and pets. Smart home integrations available across the roman range in…