Linda Palm
You probably know the importance of protecting your skin from the sun. But have you ever considered how it might harm your valuable furnishings? The fact is, even on cloudy days, the sun can fade and deteriorate your fabrics, carpet, hardwood floors and even your artwork.
Fortunately, there are a number of ways you can protect your furnishings and, at the same time, increase energy efficiency and create the perfect ambiance for your home.
How to Block UV Rays
- Use solar window shades.Besides blocking annoying glare and providing excellent UV protection, solar shades preserve your view to the outside.
- Install window film.Available as translucent vinyl or polyester strips, window film blocks 99 percent of UV rays. Plus, it’s hardly noticeable!
- Get low-E glass.Coated with very small layers of metallic oxides, low-E glass reduces the amount of ultraviolet light and heat that enters your home.
- Add drapery.When combined with window shades, drapery adds an extra layer of insulating fabric that helps block UV rays.
While sun damage may not be noticeable at first, over time damaging UV rays can really take a toll on your furnishings. By taking the right steps now, you can keep your home interior looking gorgeous for years to come.
To speak with Linda to learn more about her new Window to Design store, you can contact her at (480) 207-6450, or visit her website — windowtodesign.com, or instagram.com/windowtodesign.