Cleaning
Solar shade fabrics are virtually maintenance free. Only periodic vacuuming and an occasional cleaning using a mild detergent, soft brushing and thorough rinsing is required. Allow the shade to dry completely before raising. Do NOT completely immerse. Fabric Recommendations
Please order all shades for the same room at the same time to ensure color consistency and minimize dye lot variation. When displaying multiple shades in the same room, we recommend all shades be ordered with the same fabric orientation for a consistent look. Pattern Alignment
Exact alignment of the fabric pattern across side-by-side shades is not possible. Vertical alignment of the shade fabric with fabric-wrapped cornices and cassettes is not possible. Fabrics with large repeat patterns are not centered on the shade. Fabric for all fabric-wrapped cornices will be turned width for height. The pattern on the fabric cornice will run perpendicular to the normal pattern orientation. If the shade is railroaded, the pattern will be the same as the cornce. Large Window Sizing
Fabrics can be turned 90ยบ clockwise (width for height) to accommodate wider windows. In these cases some solar fabrics can be seamed for longer heights. Fabrics turned width for height (referred to as railroaded) may curl along the edge. This is not a defect in the product. Seams may be added to solar fabrics to accommodate long shade requirements. Seams will be placed as close to the tube as possible; seam location is determined by the manufacturer. Seams are visible when the shade is fully extended. Fabric Disclaimers
Due to the nature of the weaving process, some imperfection in the weave is normal. Roll direction cannot be reversed after a shade is ordered. Fabric appearance can vary based on changing light conditions in the room. Greenguard Certified: Many Graber fabrics have been certified by GREENGUARD Environmental Institute (GEI) to be low-chemical and particle emitting fabrics. The process used for certification complies with established indoor air quality standards and is performed by a third party lab, which provides a healthier indoor air quality. LightWeaves® Solar Shade are great for...
- Maintaining an outward view. LightWeaves filter and diffuse light while maintaining an outward view. In general, the higher the openness factor and darker the fabric, the clearer the view.
- Managing glare. LightWeaves minimize glare on televisions and home office computers. The darker the fabric color, the better the glare control and the better the view to the outside.
- Blocking damaging UV rays. The amount of UV ray blockage is the inverse of a fabrics openness factor (i.e., a fabric with 10% openness blocks 90% of UV rays). Protect your furniture, carpets, artwork, etc. from fading due to harmful UV rays
- Reducing the temperature. LightWeaves fabrics reduce heat transmittance, keeping rooms cooler and increasing the comfort level in your home. The lighter the fabric color, the better the temperature control.
NOTE: Solar shades do not offer nighttime privacy - lighted interiors allow inward visibility. If complete privacy is desired, a dual shade or secondary treatment is necessary.
Measuring Width
For Inside Mount - Measure from sill to sill at top of window only. Factory will make allowances for control mechanisms.
For Outside Mount - Specify and order by desired fabric width. Please note that control mechanism will add to width.
Minimum width: 13"
Measuring Height
Determine height in 1/4" increments. Mininum height: 13" |
