Many window coverings are often manufactured overseas, particularly in countries like China, which have a history of producing products that could potentially be harmful to you and your family. Homes in and around Fort Pierce, FL, face similar challenges as those in other southern coastal states, including intense summer sun and year-round humidity that often reaches levels of 80 to 90 percent. This heat and humidity impact the materials they come into contact with. In the context of window coverings, the first target of this heat and humidity is the glass in your windows. Glass can act as a magnifier, amplifying the sun’s harmful effects, particularly heat and ultraviolet (UV) rays. As you may know, both heat and UV rays windows, which can trigger off-gassing, blistering, peeling, and fading of any materials they contact next—such as drapes, blinds, shutters, carpets, and furniture. Choose home products, including interior plantation shutters, made in the USA.
