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  Why You Need Skylight Shades
  
  
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  Room Darkening
  
  
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  Light Filtering
  
  
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  Control Options
  
  
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  Energy Efficiency
  
  
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  Manufacturers
  
  
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  Colors & Cell Count
  
  
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  How to Choose the Best
  
  
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  When to Install
  
  
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  Benefits

When to Install Skylight Shades

Although skylights are designed to maximize natural light, this direct sunlight can often be harsh on both your eyes and your furniture. In order to better control the light coming through your skylights, you'll need to choose a skylight shade that meets both your individual needs and the needs of your home.

Thankfully, all skylight shades come as cellular shades, a unique window treatment that provides an insulating layer between your home and the window. This layer prevents excess heat from entering and leaving your home. In addition to saving energy, these elegant shades come in a wide range of colors, light diffusing properties, and functions.

If you're looking to maintain your daylight but cut down on harsh direct light, you may want to consider light-diffusing skylight shades in your Greenhouses. Although you can always leave your shades open to let in direct sunlight, these translucent shades give you the option of softening the light by diffusing it as it enters your home. If you're looking for even greater light control, however, you may want to consider opaque room darkening designs that completely block sunlight when pulled closed.

All skylight shades come with a manual pole with which to open and shut the shades, but, if your windows are particularly difficult to reach, you may want to install a motorized feature. With a push of a button you can open or shut your shade, whichever one you choose!