Would it block sunlight if mounted in front of a window? What kind of fabric/material is it?
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I had mine up for a few days (getting ready for a party). It will only partially block sunlight, it's just a semi-thin plastic material. It's very pretty but not practical for long term. It's funny I should receive this question though because I can actually point you in the right direction of something that will block out all light. I recently purchased 3 'Shift Shades' for my kids rooms. They're simple and not much to look at but they block out all light all day long!! You can look them up on Amazon, but I bought them directly from their site because it was cheaper. Hope this helped.
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No it would not block sunlight, though it would partially block it. It's made of a fairly thin plastic.
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Well It does say to keep out of direct sunlight and heat, so I don't think it will last long. What would be better in just inside the window area, not in the sunlight or heat and be effective.
382353
It provides a little shade and I would assume the covering blocks UV rays but I'm not 100% on that.
2057752
Seems like you've answered your own question. Yes, you should be get the unit into that size window without the side curtains. Will probably have to fabricate your own weather proofing for the sides.
2073106
it would certainly block out light extremely well, but it is difficult to attach things to. it's not a friendly surface to tape or glue.
357233
I use this material to cover a kitchen garden window that gets too much sun at certain times of they day. I have in the past got shade screen from nurseries and awning shops to cover a large green house which was more durable than this material.
665674
The slats on this screen are close enough together to block a lot of sunlight, but not all. Hope this helps.
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It's some kind of thick, strong synthetic fabric. Since it creates shade, i would think it blocks UV but I don't really know. Light does come through it, just softer and more muted.
688500
Hi Kate, I just purchased one and I would say yes. It is like a sleeve or sock that slide over the frame and fastens under the bottom tube of the frame. The back part is black stretchy nylon and would block most if not all light from the back. Of course you most likely would be using it in too bright of light.
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My answer would be: No First, its dark and not fully "see through" with total clarity as tinted window since its a synthetic based fabric with tiny holes. Secondly, it needs a window with near horizontal top edge, which most front windows aren't. You "could" use it but the experience won't be great.
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no. This umbrella is pretty cheap to the point that it does not block all of the light--you will loose light meaning it will go through the black fabric.
2140429
It seems well enough made for the purpose. However the drawback is that even a tinted windshield blocks too much sunlight to be really usable in my RV and must be used outside in direct sunlight.
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I believe this product would work very well reflecting direct sunlight. Having a 1/4 inch bubble wrap middle, covered on both side with a shiny aluminum sheet, it is completely opaque, and should not allow any light to transmit through it. It should work very well for the purpose you intend to use it for.
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I bought the golden/beige one and I use it to block the western sun. I really can't see anything through it in the daytime. I imagine if you and a light were behind it, it would probably show images/shadows.
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Absolutely. I used it to cover my van windows in the desert and it worked great. One caveat -- I installed this outside, covering the windows and it is VERY reflective. Your neighbors might not be pleased.
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Yes. It is a diaphanous cloth that allows 85% of the sunlight through but if used correctly, will keep bugs and critters out.
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It seems to be almost kinda like the same material as a windshield sun blocker as far as the reflection material goes. Yes, it seems to be like cardboard. The advantage of it is the correct angles for solar reflection. Very lightweight. Hope this helps.