Don’t count on sunscreen, install patio blinds for all weather protection

February 24th, 2016 · Published to Outdoor Blinds

Patio blinds offer all-weather protection, meaning that you needn’t rely on sunscreen alone

Australians have a lot to worry about this summer, with the nation having the highest rates of skin cancer in the world. Moreover, a recent test conducted by the Choice consumer advocacy group has revealed that four out of the five leading brands of sunscreen do not live up to their rating of offering SPF 50+ protection.

As a shade solution specialist, this is very disappointing news. However, there are other types of shade solutions that will at least keep you safe in the comfort of your own home and the one I’d like to look at today is patio blinds.

Patio Blinds

Continue reading this article as I walk you through what patio blinds are, and how they can offer all-weather protection, keeping you and your family safe from skin cancer.

Patio blinds for sun protection- you need not rely on sunscreen alone

With leading sunscreen brands failing to live up to the SPF 50+ promise, you cannot simply rely on sunscreen to offer you protection from UV rays. Every year, more than 2,000 Australians die of skin cancer and it is really important for you to be sun smart and stay out of the sun as much as possible. Installing patio blinds can make sun protection easy – they can be fitted to any patio or outdoor entertainment structure to block out harmful UV rays, protecting you and your family from skin cancer.

While patio blinds can be easily bought at Bunnings or Masters, for blinds of the highest quality and protection, you should contact a reputed shade supplier like Global Shade for a custom solution. This way, you will be able to choose from a range of shade cloths with different UV-R ratings, along with colours to complement the exterior of your home. At Global Shade, we use Rainbow Shade fabrics which offer the highest quality shade cloth up to 320 GSM and 99% UV Block, offering you the ultimate in sun protection.

Patio blinds are generally made from 2 types of materials- PVC and shade cloth. However, when it comes to the ultimate shade protection, it would be advised to choose shade cloth patio blinds over PVC patio blinds.

Benefits of patio blinds

Patio blinds made out of breathable fabrics, such as the ones we feature at Global Shade, are made with UV stabilised materials of high density. They ensure that hot air doesn’t get trapped between windows and blinds and can reduce temperatures by up to 32% as compared to direct sunshine. They also increase energy efficiency and protect the interiors of a home from the sun, while also providing great privacy. Moreover, patio blinds made of high-quality shade cloth are durable, resist mildew, mould and fraying and can be easily cleaned and maintained.

Conclusion:

As an Australian, you must look to protect yourself and your family from the harsh UV rays of the sun. You simply cannot rely on sunscreen alone and must take additional steps for sun protection, while also maintaining your outdoor living requirements. One of the best ways to do this is by installing patio blinds in your home, café or restaurant. Patio blinds are a cost-effective way of combating sun rays, and they can also complement the exteriors and increase the value of your building.

Global Shade is an established shade solution specialist and we offer a range of customisable products, including outdoor patio blinds. We supply and install both shade cloth, as well as PVC blinds, which can be customised and tailor-made to suit your outdoor living requirements.

If you’d ready to install patio blinds or would like to find out more about how they can help you, contact us at Global Shade, or give us a call at 1800 724 407. We offer a range of shade solution products, which can keep you protected from the sun.

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