A covered patio is a great place to enjoy the outdoors without the discomfort of sitting in the sun. There are times however, when a patio cover is simply not enough. Windy days or glare from the sun can still make your patio uncomfortable even when covered. Patio shades (sometimes referred to as patio blinds) are the perfect solution to this problem. Let’s take a look at how they can improve and enhance your outdoor living.
A patio shade is a drop down shade similar to a window shade. They are attached to the outside top of the patio and can be lowered or raised as needed. Depending on the shape of your patio you may use 2 or 3 shades to cover all sides.
They are made from wood or heavy fabric and usually weather treated to minimize wear and extend their useful life. Most of these materials are also translucent [...]