Wednesday, February 9, 2011

Buying Shades for a Good Night's Sleep

By Chris Stanley


Trying to function without appropriate amounts of sleep can result in delayed reaction time and symptoms similar to intoxication. With the proper rest, creativity increases, mood improves and efficiency increases. Many people who work during the night have a hard time getting the necessary sleep during the day as sunlight indicates to the body it should be awake. Creating a dark, comfortable atmosphere increases the chances of getting a good night's sleep. Babies and children may also protest naps in rooms that get a lot of sunlight. The solution is the SlumberShade.

So the National Sleep Foundation was asked for their input on window treatments to help people sleep and the result is the SlumberShade. The sidetrack system ensures no light creeps in around the corners of the blinds or at the top or bottom. The more sleep you get, the better you feel.

For additional tips on getting the most out of your sleep, the National Sleep Foundation is offering their guide Better Sleep Through Light Management with any purchase of SlumberShades. Another cool thing about the sidetrack system is while it offers neutral colors to match window trim on the inside; an inside track of black absorbs light, keeping it out. The sidetrack system works on a magnetic attachment for ease of use removing it to clean blinds. The top has a fuzzy seal so all sides of the window are covered.

Because of the honeycomb design, these shades help increase energy efficiency by keeping drafts out. The R-value tops 7.0 when used in conjunction with double-pane vinyl windows and give 2 - 3 times more insulation than comparable shades that don't have a sidetrack system.

SlumberShades can accommodate windows ranging in size from 9"x9" to 96" x 120" and Blinds Chalet will custom size these shades to fit individual windows. These shades are available with five hardware options:

* Standard Rectangular

* Top Down Bottom Up

* Smoothly Continuous Cord

* Cordless

* Cordless Top Down Bottom Up

Buyers have their choice of several different fabrics and colors to best match their interior design. SlumberShades are the perfect choice for day sleepers, babies' rooms, home theater rooms and offices.

Be sure to purchase blinds and window treatments from an authorized retailer. On-line stores often offer free shipping as well as additional discounts for shoppers. Look for companies that have a customer service line staffed by people as well as a company that has been in business for several years. Samples can be ordered through on-line stores to ensure color and material matching before an order is placed.




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