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Offering the ultimate in light reduction and sun protection, these shades block out 95% of harmful UV rays. These window treatments are designed to minimize heat and glare, while still allowing unobstructed views of the outdoors and ample natural lighting.
STEP 1: Measure the interior width of the window opening where you plan on mounting the shade in three separate locations from the bottom, middle, and top. Take the smallest of these three measurements and this is the measurement you will use when placing your order with Blindster. Note that the factory will make slight deductions of around 1/8" when you place your order.
STEP 2: Measure the height at 3 locations - the left side, middle and right side. Record the largest of the 3 measurements. This is your ordering height.
NOTE: Roller shade fabrics will be approximately 1-1/2" inches narrower than your ordering width to allow for brackets. If concerned over resulting light gap please select outside mount.
STEP 1: Measure the full width of the area you wish to cover with your exterior solar shades. If space allows on your walls, add an extra 1" to 1 1/2" to each side of your measurement to reduce the amount of light leakage from the sides of the shade. Use this measurement plus any additions when you place your order with Blindster.
STEP 2: Measure the height of the area you wish to cover. This is your ordering height. Be sure to take into account the flat mounting surface needed (see above) when measuring the area you want to cover with your shade. The factory will make your shade (including the roller at the top or the cassette valance, if ordered) to the height ordered. Generally 3" - 4" added to the height of your opening (including molding or framework you wish to cover) will allow you room to mount above the window frame.
NOTE: Your shade material will be made 1-1/2 inches narrower than the measurement you provide to allow for brackets. If you need your shade to cover a specific width (e.g. for mounting a shade on a door) add 1-1/2 inches to your ordered width for the desire fabric width.
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If you make a mistake in measuring and your blinds don't fit, simply contact us within 60 days and we'll remake the product in a different size free of charge, you only pay shipping. For non-motorized blinds and shades, the shipping charge is 15 per product and a limit of 5 free remakes per customer per order. For shutters and all motorized products, there is a 15 shipping charge and a limit of 1 free remake per customer per order. An oversize freight fee of $75 per order will apply on remake orders with products 94" wide and greater, vertical blinds 94" wide or tall and greater, and all shutters. This offer is not available on all premium sheer shades, closeout products, commercial or dealer orders. Please see our policies page for full details.
We stand behind the quality of our products by offering a 60 day satisfaction guarantee. If you're unhappy with your purchase, just let us know within 60 days of receipt and we'll work to find a different product for you, or assist you in returning it to us for a refund. We promise to do everything we possibly can to achieve your satisfaction. However, if we simply can't make you happy, we'll provide you with a return authorization and shipping instructions to return your order for a refund.*Please Note: If you are ordering a product for the first time, we recommend ordering just 1 first so you'll be certain it meets your expectations. Everything we sell is custom made to order and cannot be resold; returns are donated to a local charity. For this reason, orders valued at $500 or more cannot be returned for a full refund. We may authorize the return of orders valued over $500, however the maximum refund amount is $500. Return shipping costs, oversize freight fees, and handling fees are non-refundable. Premium sheer shades, closeout products, commercial and dealer orders cannot be returned for a refund.
The manufacturer warrants that their products will be free from manufacturing defects for the reasonable lifetime of the project for which it was originally purchased. This limited warranty is provided to the original purchaser only and shall not apply if the product is damaged due to alteration, misuse, improper installation, normal wear and tear, exposure to the elements, fire, or acts of God. Fading from extensive exposure to sunlight is a normal occurrence and is not covered under this limited warranty. This obligation is limited to the repair or replacement of the defective product(s) and excludes shipping charges and labor costs. Motorized products and remote controls are warranted for a period of 5 years.