The Best in Privacy Window Coverings
One of the best things about window coverings is their ability to give you some more privacy… or not… or the best of both worlds! That’s right, with the right choice you can get the exact level of privacy window coverings can provide – you just need to determine what it is you want! This time on the Budget Blinds Scottsdale blog, let’s talk privacy.
What Privacy Window Coverings Are Available
First, it’s important to recognize one thing: All window coverings can help with privacy to some extent. Blinds, shades, shutters, all block vision from one side of the covering to the other. So in that sense, there’s no bad option when it comes to privacy-focused window coverings. But there are better options!
The Best Privacy Window Covering for Total Privacy
The best privacy window covering for total privacy is simple, you want black out curtains or shades. When the covering blocks out all light it means nothing is getting through, and that includes any prying eyes!
But there’s a problem with this one. Blackout blinds and curtains are an all or nothing situation. Your windows are either covered or their not, and if they’re covered you’re not getting any natural light coming in. There’s gotta be a covering that gives you the best of both worlds… right?
Right.
Privacy Window Covering That Lets You See Out, But No One Else In
Well that’s a long subheading but it’s the idea you’re looking for right? So, as it turns out, yes in fact there are types of window coverings that can do just that, but with some caveats. Let’s get into it.
Certain solar shades are constructed in a way, specifically the way the material is woven together. During the day those inside of the home can see out, through the shade and those out cannot see inside. The operative word there is ‘during the day.’ These style solar shades only work like this during the day. At night, if there is a light on inside the effect will be reversed and people outside will be able to peer inside. So are solar shades the one you’re looking for? Not really. What else is there?
The Unison and Dual Sheer Shades
Unison shades might be just what you’re after. These shades feature two shades in one, combining sheer materials that can filter light and another shade that is focused on light blocking and privacy. Raise the privacy shade during the day to allow you to enjoy natural light, and then lower it at night to restore privacy.
A Dual Sheer shade is another option. These have two shades, with sheer and opaque alternating bands that adjust, allowing for fine control with modern styles.
The fact of the matter is, there are a ton of different ways to accomplish your specific goals when it comes to window coverings! If you’re looking just for privacy, plenty of different window coverings will work for that. If you want natural light we can solve that too. If you want both, it get’s just a bit trickier but here at Budget Blinds Scottsdale we know how to solve it all. Give us a call today and schedule your free consultation!
The Linnemeyers are ready and waiting to help you find the exact right privacy window covering for you.
