By John Akins
ShadeCraft LLC
A common call we get this time of year is for help with outdoor living areas. Often, this porch, patio or deck is a highly desired area of the home for relaxation. However, the intense Alabama sun can be brutal, and folks need a solution to reclaim their space.
Exterior roller shades are perhaps the most versatile solution, for a variety of reasons.
First, they are operable. If you need shade, you can have it. If you need a view and more breeze, you can have it.
Versatility is compounded with a wide choice of fabric. You will choose between a multitude of colors. You get to pick the degree of how much light to let through versus how much view to maintain.
Proper exterior roller shades generally utilize some sort of vertical guide system to maintain control of the shade. Remember, this is a large piece of fabric. Unmanaged it can catch a significant amount of wind and cause problems. Think “sailboat”.
If you have large spans to cover, exterior rollers are engineered for this.
Controlling your shade is simple. From the traditional beaded chain control to modern motorization, you can choose what fits your need the best.
Exterior solar shades are now capable of integration into your smart home automation. You can even have a little weather station that will raise the shade if the wind picks up too much!
Worried about bugs? Technology such as zippered fabric shades creates a seal that eliminates access for critters and bugs. In case you were wondering, these are still roller shades, so they will go up and down the same way.
One of the best solutions for managing prized outdoor living spaces, exterior roller shades is a fast-growing segment of the window coverings industry.
ShadeCraft is a full-service custom window treatment provider serving the Northeast Alabama region, especially South Huntsville. We offer complementary on-site consultations for your home or business. We will look at your windows with you and make some suggestions regarding form and function considering your style. After accessing our huge selection of shade and fabric samples, we can help you make your selection. From there we handle the measurement and installation. Most of the time, I will personally oversee your installation and ensure your final satisfaction myself.
We offer most window treatment solutions you could imagine. Whether just a few treatments or a whole home or office, ShadeCraft will focus on every unique client as if it were our own home. Visit us at www.ShadeCraftShades.com or call 256-867-0968 for more information on our services or to schedule your complimentary consultation. We look forward to helping in any way we can. Even if it’s just to ask a few initial questions.
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