Author: Ryan Henry

Draw the Shade: The Importance of a Good Night’s Sleep

Darkness doesn’t just fall at night. We can bring it into our homes whenever we need it. Blackout Shades and Total Blackout Light Sealed Systems from North Solar Screen can turn day into night. In an article titled “Sleep Oasis,” by Jennifer Barrett, we learn of “Inviting the Darkness.” Barrett writes “Overhauling the bedroom starts with an acknowledgment that […]

Clear Vinyl Outdoor Shades: Heavy-Duty Construction

Choose North Solar Screen’s Heavy-Duty Clear Vinyl Shades to create an outdoor living space protected from the weather and the elements. Main benefits of our outdoor solar shades: What are clear vinyl shades? Our clear vinyl shades allow the warmth of the sun to fully penetrate an interior space while creating a barrier against the elements. This makes them […]

Solar Shades: Enjoy the View Without the Harm

Solar shades are the modern window covering solution that keeps homes cooler while on saving energy costs. These transparent shades also protect interior furnishings from the harmful UV rays of the sun. It is important that the shade doesn’t compromise the outward view while keeping your valuable possessions safe from the sun’s fading rays. Shades […]

How To Save Money With Energy Efficient Window Shades

Windows have the lowest insulation value of any element in a building: 50% of solar heat enters a room through windows while 40% escapes through it. Transparent solar shades are energy saving shades because they significantly reduce the high cost of energy consumption for cooling and heating without sacrificing visibility through a window. Verosol SilverScreen and Economical Film Shades, […]

Product Spotlight: High Performance Verosol Solar Shades

We’re in the dead of winter here in the northeast; single digit temperatures with wind chills dipping down into the negatives. It’s a lot more frigid than frost nipping at your nose. And while we’re dreaming about warmer climes and less bone-chilling days, we thought we’d focus on a transparent shade in our arsenal that […]

50 Shades of Protection

Baby, it’s cold outside. The question is; what can we do to keep the heat in the bedroom? (Or, all around the house for that matter.) Shades. That’s how. Just put them down and let the magic happen. Your first thought when it comes to shades is that they provide you with a degree of […]

Protect Your Home From the Harmful Effects of the Sun

Global warming is a topic of hot discussion in today’s world. No matter which side of the debate you’re on, summer is upon us and with it, the need to live comfortably in the heat. Given the current conditions, we’d like to share a little info on North Solar Screen’s vast line of outdoor solar shades, […]

Indoor Solar Shades: Mixing Style with Function

Let’s talk about the interior of your home for a moment. Most folks try to integrate their unique styles into their personal spaces, which makes sense. One area that may be overlooked is your windows. Did you know that more heat and cold is lost through windows than any other part of the home? What […]

Light Filtering vs. Blackout Shades: Which Is Right for You?

Did you know it’s a myth that you can’t get sunburned on a cloudy day? According to The WHO, up to 80% of solar UV radiation can penetrate light cloud cover. UV rays can be harmful to your skin and are known to cause cancers and speed up the process of skin aging. But they can also […]

6 Ways to Keep Your Outdoor Living Spaces Cooler

Nothing is better than enjoying your outdoor living space in the summer. Whether a lanai, a porch, a gazebo or an outdoor kitchen, the trick is not to overheat. But how do you keep it cool and comfortable? Luckily, there are a variety of ways to achieve this: Fans It’s vital to keep the air circulating […]

Introducing the CITADEL Outdoor Shade Line: Strongest Retractable Shade System Available

The CITADEL ™ High Wind Zipper Track is the gold standard in custom built outdoor retractable outdoor shade systems. Number 1 in strength, durability and reliability, it completely encloses covered outdoor living spaces, providing the strongest possible seal against the elements. This advanced system has been engineered with bigger, stronger components that lock the fabric securely into […]

Solar Shades and the Pandemic

Not only has the Covid-19 pandemic forced millions of Americans to quarantine at home but it has resulted in more people working from home on a permanent basis. This emerging reality has led many to ponder how to make their homes and home offices more comfortable, usable, and safe. While some can work well from […]