Window shades

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Hello,

Just curious if anyone has suggestions for getting some window shades redone.  I contacted Heritage and Marcus has decided to retire from doing shades.  If  you have any suggestions for materials(silk if possible) and or getting them done like Heritage was doing please let me know.

Not sure it matters but the car is a ’30 Model B.

Take care,

Dave Schaefer

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I’ve redone window shades myself with some success.

The main “secret” is buying what is known as “no-fray” fabric material.  Most fabric shops (my local JoAnns has it) carry it.

It is best cut with a razor along a metal straight edge to get a perfect edging.  The other “secret” is, that when applying the material to the roller, it must be ABSOLUTELY dead-on straight and in-line, so that when it rolls up it doesn’t wander to one side or the other.

The other issue is usually the roller itself, and does it operate correctly.  There are springs and detents to worry oneself with, and they need to be in excellent condition so that roller works correctly.

Tassels, if so desired for pull downs, are available on the ETSY marketplace.

 

Good luck.  dc

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David,  Thank you for sharing the “secrets” I really appreciate it.  I looked at the tubes and one has a dent in it that may cause the shade to roll up incorrectly.  I will make sure that I try and get that fixed.

Take care,

Dave

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