Drapery & Window Covering Blog

Choose motorized or crank-both are a breeze to install and are engineered to be durable and reliable.
Perimeter support angles simplify installation.
Can be installed at any angle as long as rollers are parallel to floor.
Side flanges prevent direct light leaks.
A continuous cable provides self-adjusting equalization of the tension at each end of the slat bar.
Inconspicuously recessed into the skylight opening, a Skylight FlexShade provides sunlight and UV control to protect people and furnishings. 
Select a mesh fabric for light filtration or SunBloc for complete opacity.
Five choices of hardware finishes: clear anodized, black, white, ivory or bronze enamel.
Decorating with Fabric recommends lighter color fabrics and hardware to absorb less heat. Venting space between shade and glass highly recommended.
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Motorized Operation-
Unlike competitive products, Draper Skylight shades only use one motor because the spring roller opposite electric motor maintains constant tension. This feature also makes installation easier.
Roller boxes and side flanges can be recessed into the skylight opening; shade operates smoothly and quietly on command.
Available in sizes through 6' W x 10' H.

Motor options for motorized FlexShades
Controls for motorized FlexShades.
Use optional IntelliFlex® control system, a total package, providing maximum user control of electrically operated window shades.

Crank Operation-by detachable crank and gearbox. Specify length of crank required (6' maximum in standard configuration; heavy-duty crank available to 10' long).
Bell-shaped connector makes the crank easy to attach.
Spring roller opposite crank maintains constant tension.
Available in sizes through 6' W x 10' H.
We can print graphics on your window shade!