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The Truth About Solar Shades: Can You Keep Your View and Your Privacy?

Weffort Motorized Shades Daily News

The Truth About Solar Shades: Can You Keep Your View and Your Privacy?

by Yuvien Royer on Aug 13 2024
This article explores the effectiveness of solar shades regarding privacy, specifically highlighting the difference between daytime visibility and the nighttime 'fishbowl effect.' It explains how openness factors like 1% and 3% impact visibility and offers practical solutions, such as dual shades and layering, to ensure complete privacy after dark.
Solar Shades: The Truth About Your View and Privacy After Dark

Weffort Motorized Shades Daily News

Solar Shades: The Truth About Your View and Privacy After Dark

by Yuvien Royer on Feb 24 2024
Solar shades act like sunglasses for your home, providing excellent privacy and views during the day, but this effect reverses at night when interior lights are on. While tighter weaves like 1% openness offer better nighttime discretion than 3% or 5% options, they still do not provide total blackout privacy. For complete privacy after dark, it is recommended to pair solar shades with secondary treatments like drapes or dual roller systems.