How can I use translucent curtains to block sunlight
The sun shines directly into my apartment. What kind of material will shield my eyes from the sun but allow me to see outside?
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Basic sheers would work, and washable too. I have them on all my windows.
Shear or lace panels will help.
Hi Marion, here is a link with 6 ideas for you to check out, hope they help you out
https://www.thejournal.ie/alternatives-to-curtains-4498912-Feb2019/
Translucent sheets would do what you need them to here.
I think what you're looking for is something like this - https://amzn.to/3aGVot8
We have sheers on our windows, they break up the intense stream of morning sunlight and the afternoon sun when it beats right into t he dining room window.
Hi Marion, Sheers would definitely help to diffuse the sun so it is not so bright. If you don't like the look of polyester sheers, IKEA makes very thin curtains (like sheers) that are cotton so they diffuse the light as well but you are able to see something things through them. They are also really inexpensive.
You can add the film directly onto windows that people add to vehicles.