When you invest in fine home furnishings, you do what you can to keep the pieces in good shape. This may mean keeping feet and pets off the couch or not allowing food and drinks in specific spaces, but are you taking steps to protect your home’s interior from UV light? The same harmful rays that damage your skin can also fade and discolor your furnishings.
Fortunately, there are window treatment options that protect your furnishings from UV light and look fantastic as they do this important job. White House Designs for Life can help you choose the ideal UV-blocking solution for your home’s windows.
Designer Solar Shades
Screen shades, aka solar shades, are a versatile alternative to standard roller shades. Solar shades offer the same smooth, easy operation but preserve your view while blocking harsh glares and damaging UV rays. When raised, your screen shades nearly disappear into the sleek headrail for an uncluttered aesthetic.
The openness level of your shades will determine the protection they provide, and Designer Solar Shades are available in five options. A higher openness offers a better view of you outdoors but doesn’t block as much UV light.
South-facing rooms receive the most sunlight all year long, so a lower solar shade openness is something to consider for windows in these rooms. Suppose you’re concerned that a low openness will keep you from enjoying a lovely view. In that case, a dual roller design allows you to hang any two solar shade fabrics on the same windows so you can enjoy more natural light at times without leaving your interior items fully exposed throughout the day.
Sheer Shades
If you prefer a more elegant aesthetic, sheer shades offer exceptional protection from UV light with a graceful look. Silhouette® Sheer Shades and Pirouette® Sheer Shades feature adjustable fabric vanes attached to a sheer fabric. Even with the vanes tilted open, these shades offer excellent protection from sun damage. Sheer shades also have the bonus of providing daytime privacy even with the vanes fully open. Both sheer shade styles are available with ClearView® technology that enhances your view and in fabrics from the exclusive Alustra® Collection.
Thoughtfully Arrange Your Space
Try to keep your furniture from being in direct sunlight. The sun’s rays are the strongest between 10 am and 4 pm, so an arrangement that keeps them out of the sun during these hours is ideal. Rooms are more attractive when furniture is placed closer together, so creating an intimate zone away from windows is an easy way to protect your sofa and chairs. Wood is as susceptible to UV light damage as fabric furnishings, so a coat of clear sealant will help keep hardwood looking newer for longer.
Solar Shades near Paramus, NJ
White House Designs for Life is the area’s premier full-service interior design firm. From Hunter Douglas window treatments to high-end furniture and home accessories, we have everything you need to transform your home from so-so to stunning. We’re happy to serve Fairfield, Wayne, Paramus, NJ, and the surrounding area. Contact us today to book your consultation.