Q:
What do you recommend for privacy in a bathroom for a window that is facing the west and will get a lot of heat and sun?A:
Due to the moisture in bathrooms, there are only a few products that we recommend.The Eclipse Shutters are the best option for the bathroom. They are the only product that we can make 100% waterproof on our website. Note: You would want to call us and have us order them with the stainless steel hinges.
http://www.blindschalet.com/vinyl-shutters.html
Why choose a shutter:
* Hollow design = energy efficient
* Non-porous
* Mold and mildew resistant
* GreenGuard certified
* UV protective
* Will not yellow or fade
* 25 year warranty
The next best product would be a faux wood blind.
http://www.blindschalet.com/window-blinds/fauxwoodblinds.html
The slats are made out of PVC, but the internal mechanisms will have some metal components that will rust over time when exposed to the moisture in the bathroom. The strings will also be prone to mold and mildew.
Faux wood blinds are a less expensive alternative to the shutters. Keep in mind the lifetime of the faux wood blinds would not be as long as if they were in any other room in your home that is not exposed to moisture.
Out of the faux wood blinds that we carry, the Privacy's and the Platinum are going to offer the most privacy of the faux wood blinds. The offer a special SmartPrivacy™ design which has a smaller hole which is concealed when the blinds are closed to keep the blind slats from moving. This provides tighter closure, enhanced privacy and greater light control than standard blinds with route holes.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at 888-633-7840.