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Old 04-19-2011, 05:06 AM
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Originally Posted by LovinMySoldier
I am making some curtains for a friends little boy. Anyone have any suggestions as to what to use on the back of them so they help keep out the sunlight? She picked out a cotton fabric that she liked. Do you think if I backed them with fleece or flannel it would be enough to darken his room? Any other suggestions? Thanks!
I got blackout lining for curtains in my bedroom, and let me tell you - it works wonderfully. Total blackout! The only light is what leaks around the edges. And I hear it is supposed to help insulate the room too.
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