Suzanne:

Some of the blinds do block (or at least limit) UV, as well as  
limiting the visible light coming in.  I suggest you ask for samples  
of the blind materials in advance.  You can then test them with a UV  
meter (if you don't own one see if you can borrow one from a  
neighbouring institution).  This will also help you determine which  
blind material/opening you want.

Susan Maltby, Conservator
Maltby & Associates Inc.
Adjunct Faculty, Museum Studies Programme/FIS
University of Toronto
416-921-2877


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> I guess this question is directed at conservators and collections
> managers on the listserve: I'm searching for Solarveil-type blinds for
> our institution. Unfortunately, the manufacturer of Solarveil fabric has
> gone out of business. One blind manufacturer I spoke with said I can get
> the same effect (allowing some visible light in, but blocking most UV
> light) by using any material with "1% openness". My questions are: Is
> this accurate? And assuming it's a description of weave density, how the
> heck do I gauge "openness? Is there another manufacturer of
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