Sunday, June 9, 2013

Sunroom Shades That Are Perfect All Year Round

By Liliana Mills


One of the most beautiful rooms to spend time in at home is the sunroom. These spaces are bright, relaxing and allow you to watch nature from the comfort of your own home. The only issue with these spaces is the heat. The rooms can become very hot so sunroom shades are essential.

When you are shopping for shades you should think carefully about the type you want. As the windows are on the roof as well as from floor to ceiling you will need to have a system that allows you to open them and close them with ease. Motorized shades can be the simplest option but you can also find corded systems or use rods to pull the blinds down from a standing position.

When picking colors think about the way that they react to heat. Black absorbs heat and white reflects it so avoid the black as it could result in a warmer room rather than cooling down the space. Pale colors work so much better and they will keep the space looking bright which is one of the main features of sunrooms.

Before you pick your shades think about how you will be using the space. Dining rooms suit the sunroom and it can be easy to transform the space into a romantic area for enjoying entertaining guests. Add some low level lights and consider using fairy lights for an extra romantic atmosphere. Another great use for the room is as a space to do your hobbies. You can use the views as your inspiration as you paint or work on your crafts.

If you plan on using plants in the space think about the best places to position them. The areas where you will need to have the shades pulled down the most will suit plants that enjoy heat but need shade and protection from the full heat of the sun. In the spaces where you will not be pulling the blinds as much you can place the sun loving plants that thrive in the midday sun.

Shades are not only required to keep the heat out and regulate the temperature inside. You will also need them to keep the room warm when the sun goes in or during the winter. Discuss the insulation needs of the material that you choose with the company you are buying the window dressings from. You will want to enjoy the room all year round and not only in the warmer months.

The final reason for sunroom shades is for privacy. Most of us are overlooked from one part of the garden and you do not want to be watched by the neighbors. Make sure the window dressings are not see through when it is dark outside and the lights are on inside.

Use these tips to make the right choice when buying sunroom shades. As you will be investing money work through each tip before you make the final decision and you will be happy in your sunroom throughout the year.




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