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Unless
you are lucky enough to have purchased a new home on
20 acres, it is inevitable that at one point you will
walk by a window and see your neighbor in their home.
Or even worse yet, they might notice you before you notice
them. Either way, this scenario is why the most important
feature of window coverings is privacy. Since we don't
live in the middle of a forrests we will need to be sure
our private life is kept in privacy.
- Fabric or Roller Shades generally
offer complete window coverage. Most roller shades
are made of vinyl or fabric that is usually opaque,
while fabric shades (Roman, balloon) are lined and
custom made to your exact window measurements. · Curtains
and Draperies, when closed, will also close off the
view. Add linings that will add to the opacity and
durability, and arrange the center overlap to eliminate open spots.
- Pleated and cellular shades (in non-sheer materials) have full glass
coverage for privacy. Many styles can be ordered with a "top down" feature,
so a portion of the glass can be visible at the top of the window to let in
light and have a view.
- Sheer curtains and draperies may afford a bit of daytime privacy, however at
night most will turn practically transparent with indoor lighting. If you love
sheers, but want privacy, then use shades underneath for privacy after dark.
- Mini Blinds, wood blinds, and shutters will all provide a nearly private environment.
Be aware, however, that with each of these there is a small possiblity of seeing
through the slats at certain angles.
- Cellular shades (in non-sheer fabrics) can add privacy and many have insulating
benefits as well.
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