Window Treatments & Blinds

Solar shades are a great way to cut down on heat and glare from the sun. If your shade isn't rolling up smoothly, the most common fix is to check the tension in the roller tube. First, take the shade down by gently pulling the end cap out of its bracket. Then, carefully roll the shade up by hand. When you put it back, give the tube a few extra turns before clicking the end cap back into place. This adds more spring power. If it still doesn't work, the spring inside might be broken, and you will likely need to replace the whole shade.

For small tears or holes in the fabric, a clear fabric glue can be a quick and nearly invisible fix. Clean the area around the tear and apply a tiny drop of glue underneath the tear, pressing the fabric together. For a cleaner look on a straight tear, you can use a special transparent repair tape made for window shades on both sides. If the bottom bar becomes loose, it usually just needs a new screw. Simply line it back up with the fabric hem and screw it in tightly. Remember, always handle your solar shades gently to avoid bending the thin side rails or putting new holes in the fabric.