Conservatories and Sunrooms are without doubt the ideal methods
of adding "light
and space to your home". That said "glass enclosures" of
this type are not fully complete without some form of sun shading or blinds.
In this section we introduce you to some of the alternatives available. Conservatory
blinds help you control heat and glare, so that you can enjoy the extra space
your conservatory gives you all year round.
Why
have Conservatory Sun blinds?
1.
To
reduce glare and heat build up.
2.
To
provide a higher degree of privacy.
3.
To
decorate / furnish your conservatory.
4.
To
reduce the U/V light and the problems with
fading carpets/furniture.
Types
of Blinds / Shading
1.
Pleated
Blinds.
2.
Roman
(Pinoleum) Blinds.
3.
Roller
(Aluminised fabric) Blinds.
4.
DIY
Drapes or Shutters.
Pleated
Blinds are probably the most popular alternative for
Roof and Window Blinds today. They are available in many
different colours / patterns and are easy to maintain.
They can also be "automated" if you like the
idea of "remotely" operating the blinds. Pleated
blinds can also have special SOLAR finishes for even
better performance. This is a feature we strongly recommend.
Roman
Blinds which are usually made with "Original French
Pinoleum" are arguably the most traditional blinds
alternative. Composed of thin strips of woven wood, Pinoleum
has been manufactured in France for over 100 years. Its
style compliments the traditional conservatory furniture
materials of Rattan and Wicker. Roman Blinds can also
be "automated" if you like the idea of "remotely" operating
the blinds.
Roller
Blinds can be produced in many different fabrics but
the most popular for Conservatory Blinds feature special
SOLAR reflective aluminium backing. The theory is that
the sunlight literally "bounces" back of the
blinds, giving really effective control over temperature
and glare. Whilst aesthetically speaking these blinds
are perhaps not the "best looking" alternative
in most peoples minds, there is not much doubt that they
do provide some of the highest degrees of performance
in terms of managing heat build up and glare.
DIY
Drapes or Shutters. As an alternative to professionally
installed Sunblinds you can consider installing your
own drapes using a variety of fabrics. Whilst this may
not be as complete a solution as calling in the professionals
they can be quite effective at softening the light and
cooling the atmosphere. Another alternative is to hang
soft muslin at the windows to diffuse the light. Tall
timber shutters can be bought at most DIY stores and
positioned free standing in order to reduce glare coming
through the windows. (Allowing you to watch TV etc) Alternatively
smaller shutters can be fixed to the windows externally.
(Requires the services of a competent carpenter).
To review some questions on Sunblinds
and Shading in general visit our Ask an Expert "Sun Blinds/Shading" section
by clicking here.
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