What fabric are the shades made of? And how opaque? I'm looking for these to limit visibility from the outside when the house is lighted at night.
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While the Coolaroo does an outstanding job of knocking down direct sun rays, I would suggest that it will, at night, distort inside images somewhat from outside views. It will not provide a high degree of privacy. Our shades are made of a woven material that I would rate a medium tight in the weave. Thus, in the day, from inside the lanai, I can see images outside with moderate distortion.
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100% high density polyethylene; it does not provide total privacy. It's purpose is to deflect the sun's rays to eliminate glare. It does distort the the view from the outside but if it's total privacy that you want this is not the product for you.
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The material is 100% high density polyethylene. It does a good job of limiting visibility from the outside while still allowing a good amount of light I have bought two sets one larger to keep the sun away from my porch and another smaller for my den, this second one I got it for the same reason you mentioned, to limit visibility from outside but still allow light to come in. I am happy with the product.
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They are transparent although not completely clear. I'm not sure this is what you're looking for. They're great for shelf liners but have never used them for anything else. I think if you're looking for sun to shine through, then it might be called indirect light. Really sorry I couldn't help you more.
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You should be ok if make sure no moisture gets on the shades. They will look awesome at night!
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The lamps maybe. They are made of some kind of polythelene but the shades could be damaged.
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They are not a tight weave. You can see light through them. They are lightweight.
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They are a white plastic. When they are installed they appear to be opaque. We are well pleased. We repaired 2 iron floor lamps. They look like candles.
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Not transparent at all. If you hold them up to the light you will not see through them.
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These are dark smoke. You can not really see through the shade from the outside. I like the accent, they were installed on a red Versa. Hope this helps.
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Hi Joan,I was very disappointed with the shade. the fabric is a very light canvas, not at all sturdy. It is about 4' long, only partially shades. I returned the item. Hope this can help.Susan
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We use our shades to block the morning sun on our covered porch. I don't know if you can see through them at nite.
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These are dark during the day ,yet they let just enough like through to see the obstacles in the room. Mind you i never have much direct sun light on mine. They have worked really well for me.
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While it is not 100% opaque, you can't see through these shades. It transmits some light.
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They are fairly dark, I use them as sunglasses while driving and working outside. They aren't the darkest sunglasses I own, but I like really dark glasses. most home improvement stores sell them as well if you want to see them in person, that's how I decided I wanted them.
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Looking for see thru clear. How clear is it? Want to utilize on back porch but want to see thru it.
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Do Not purchase these poor quality shades , go to Home Depot they have better shades. I've replaced mine they were only a month old.
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They are made of a polybicarbonate and are tinted. So they provide shade but I can still see our trees through them. They also have a protective UV coating on the side that faces the sun.
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I have the natural light shade. It doesn't block all light out like a blackout curtain. I do live on a corner street and have car headlights all the time. It does keep most of those lights dimmed at least.