It's summer outside, and in sunny weather the windows in the apartment need protection from the scorching sun. In today's article, we will tell you how to protect windows from bright sunlight.
Features of using curtains and blackouts
The most popular way to keep out the sun's rays is to curtain or blackout the windows. The fabric of the curtains is chosen based on how opaque the curtain should be. It is best to choose curtains made of light-colored material that will not get very hot.
Benefits of curtains
- â–ª Aesthetic appearance, suitable for various interiors.
- â–ª Easy to attach, easy to operate.
Of the disadvantages, it can only be noted that the dense fabric of the curtains attracts dust quite well, and, as a result, the curtains need to be washed regularly.
Blackout, thanks to the three-layer product, completely darkens the room. They are also attached with cornices, which allows you to control natural light.
Features of roller blinds
Roller blinds are also great for shading out the sun. The curtains are rolled up and fixed at the top of the opening. Roller blinds, depending on the type of fabric, have a reflective, opaque or light-diffusing effect.
Advantages of roller blinds:
- â–ª Compact and lightweight texture.
- â–ª Impregnated with dust-repellent impregnation.
- â–ª Easy installation
- â–ª Large assortment
Features of Roman blinds
Roman blinds are quite similar to roller blinds. Their difference lies in the fact that they do not wrap around a roller, but fold in the form of beautiful folds. Roman shades are mainly made from natural materials.
The advantages of Roman blinds
- â–ª Have excellent reflective effect.
- â–ª Convenient to use.
- â–ª Compactness.
When choosing the colors of curtains, give preference to light shades, since they will least of all attract the sun's rays, but due to their density, the light transmission will not decrease from this.
Features of using blinds
Blinds - practical curtains made of lamellas, protect the room from UV radiation. Blinds are mainly made of plastic, metal, but sometimes there are also wooden ones. Blinds give the room an office look, but at the same time block the windows from prying eyes, which is especially important for residents of the lower floors. In addition, with the help of blinds, you can regulate the amount of light entering the room.
Features of a protective membrane
The protective film is made from a mixture of polymers, which makes it possible to obtain a material with varying degrees of protection from sunlight. A protective film is:
- â–ª Inner, which is attached to the inner surface of the window. Has a wide range of all kinds of colors.
- â–ª Outdoor. It is glued to the outside of the windows. Among the advantages of the outer film are strength, protection from sunlight and mechanical damage.
- â–ªSpatter consists of many layers, and due to this, it has the best sun protection characteristics.
