sunblind

Exterior window covering

A sunblind is a shade or awning fitted to a window to block sunlight, more common in British than American English.

The term also appears as an adjective meaning unable to see well in bright light: The condition left him practically sunblind.

window

roller

Rotating cylindrical tool

cellular · honeycomb · slat · cordless · motorized · blackout · sheer · fabric · bamboo · wooden

awning

shade

Darkness from blocked light

  • canopyOverhead protective covering
  • awningMounted overhead shelter
  • sunshadeDevice blocking direct light

pergola · marquee · carport · patio · veranda · terrace · gazebo · overhang · trellis · arbor

material

canvas

Heavy woven cloth

polyester · acrylic · bamboo · aluminum · metal · wooden · mesh · translucent · opaque · UV-resistant

protection

cooling

Losing thermal energy

solar · tinted · polarized · reflective · insulated · thermal

Categories
Opposites
light management function

sunblindskylight

Window in a roof

sunroof · light well · clerestory · sun lamp · grow light

placement/type of window covering

sunblinddrape

Hang in folds

curtain · sheer · net curtain · valance · tapestry

protection purpose

sunblindsun lamp

Artificial ultraviolet light source

tanning bed · heat lamp · solar panel · sunroom · solarium

Family

sunblinds

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