Conservatory blinds, whilst providing decoration and protection against the effects of ultra violet and glare, do not significantly assist in combating heat build up in summer. Indeed, in many cases with conservatory blinds, the problem of heat build up is increased.

Conservatory Blinds & Solar Radiation

The suns solar energy passes through the roof and is trapped between the conservatory blinds and the roof creating a layer of hot air which can act as a radiator in the roof.

Problems With Conservatory Blinds

Other problems associated with internal fabric conservatory blinds are dust and dead insects. With continual exposure to sunlight deterioration can be rapid with fabric conservatory blinds drying out and becoming brittle. Operating chords become stiff which makes opening and closing the conservatory blinds difficult.