Honestly wanting to return but currently do not have the energy to take them down off the walls. When you live with children, thats one important part of a better life at home, he finishes. A little pricey though. The downside to virgin polyester is that it is made from oil, coal or natural gas. A little pricey though. Since my windows weren't very tall, the wand hit the deep windowsill before the blind had raised completely. One of our Product Engineers, Bo Zhang, remembers it well. The wand device for raising and lowering is good quality. When you live with children, thats one important part of a better life at home, he finishes. It looked and felt cheap, and one of the red clips cracked as I was trying to put everything together. In addition, customers have checked the functionality. However the other one, the wand/handle gets stuck/locks and I cant pull or push the shade back in to close it. I had to stand there in the hardware store and hold all the screws up to the picture to find the right one. Polyester is a durable, wrinkle-resistant and easy-care material that is ideal for many home furnishing products like rugs, pillows, quilts and cushions. Its almost like the push/pull mechanism immediately locks up leaving you to give up and keep the shade down. 1/5 stars for not being user friendly or operable. Bo and the team tried several different solutions until they came up with one that provided the same functionality as blinds with visible cords. The block-out coating prevents all light from coming in so you can enjoy sleeping in late in the morning. By only using recycled polyester that meets the Global Recycled Standards we manage to secure social, environmental and chemical practices at the recyclers production. Prospective customers might want to know that screws (called "fasteners") for the brackets are not included. Polyester is a durable, wrinkle-resistant and easy-care material that is ideal for many home furnishing products like rugs, pillows, quilts and cushions. Block-out blinds blocks light from shining through and completely darkens your room. We believe that the GRS standard is the best standard on the market today. Placed them in 3 bedrooms to help block sun. Any help? Rod to be mounted on the right side of the roller blind. But we have another window with a thicker frame and we could not install it correctly. The blind is cordless for increased child safety. We work with our partners and textile organisations such as Textile Exchange to further improve standards on recycled materials, including traceability of material beyond the recycling units. This blinds fabric is made of polyester from recycled PET bottles. Then when it finally goes back up for you (after lots of effort) it has no speed control and at times crinkles on its way up. When we make products from recycled polyester, we give a second life to material that is not biodegradable and reduce the amount that may otherwise end up in landfill or the ocean. When you pull it, you adjust the blind.

With some exceptions, the challenge is not the conversion of polyester into recycled itself, but to make it available to everyone by keeping it affordable. The cord is inside a plastic rod thats expandable and reinforced with strong glass fiber. When they are down they do the job and look nice, but when time comes to roll them back up they are very difficult to operate. This means that when we use virgin polyester, we are exhausting the planets natural resources. Great value for the money. Then when it finally goes back up for you (after lots of effort) it has no speed control and at times crinkles on its way up. We are accelerating this movement for polyester in our range and aim to replace all virgin polyester in our textile products with recycled. Its safe, exact, and still at a low price, says Bo proudly. The cord is inside a plastic rod thats expandable and reinforced with strong glass fiber. Practical and beautifully smart product!! By using recycled polyester in this product, we consume less new raw materials and lower our environmental impact while existing materials get new life. Our response to this, is to replace all virgin polyester with recycled in our products. That is why by 2030, we want all materials in our products to be recycled or renewable, and sourced in responsible ways. One of many things I love about IKEA products is that you don't have to go to the hardware store for more hardware. But we have another window with a thicker frame and we could not install it correctly. We realized we could keep the cord, but hide it, he explains.

Easy to install. When you live with children, thats one important part of a better life at home, he finishes. Easy to install. By using recycled polyester in this product, we consume less new raw materials and lower our environmental impact while existing materials get new life. In 2020, IKEA replaced 79% of the virgin polyester used in IKEA textile products with recycled polyester. We work with our partners and textile organisations such as Textile Exchange to further improve standards on recycled materials, including traceability of material beyond the recycling units. Recycled polyester makes us less dependent on oil. It would also be helpful if the size of the mounting screws (not included) could be specified in the instructions. In 2014, we got an invitation, along with other manufacturers of blinds, to meet with the Consumer Product Safety Commission a governmental agency in the United States. I told him, nope, not high end, just really good, inexpensive shades from IKEA. Then when it finally goes back up for you (after lots of effort) it has no speed control and at times crinkles on its way up. I got two sets, one of them is still up and running and works great, but the other one broke within a year of having it. In addition, customers have checked the functionality. Rod to be mounted on the right side of the roller blind. The rod has not only been tested by our own lab, but also independent test labs. We want to love these shades. Different wall/ceiling materials require different types of fasteners. These had to go back. Love the shades. The unique rod is like a wand that magically positions the blind exactly where you want it. Block-out blinds blocks light from shining through and completely darkens your room. I got two sets, one of them is still up and running and works great, but the other one broke within a year of having it. Use fasteners suitable for the wall/ceiling in your home (not included). When you pull it, you adjust the blind. In volume, this means we converted 130,000 metric tonnes of recycled polyester, and saved 200,000 tonnes of virign polyester. Using waste as a resource takes us one step closer to a more sustainable future. Our response to this, is to replace all virgin polyester with recycled in our products. And it can only slide straight up and down, it can't be tilted outward or sideways to clear the sill. When you pull it, you adjust the blind. When you live with children, thats one important part of a better life at home, he finishes. Details >. I opened the package to get ready to install, but you have to supply your own screws. The rod allows parents to create a safer environment for the youngest family members. Recycled polyester is just as good as virgin polyester in terms of looks, quality and function, and produces about 50% less in CO2 emissions. This means that when we use virgin polyester, we are exhausting the planets natural resources. The block-out coating prevents all light from coming in so you can enjoy sleeping in late in the morning. On a simple say with no wind they do a great job. When they are down they do the job and look nice, but when time comes to roll them back up they are very difficult to operate. Its safe, exact, and still at a low price, says Bo proudly. Its almost like the push/pull mechanism immediately locks up leaving you to give up and keep the shade down. We are accelerating this movement for polyester in our range and aim to replace all virgin polyester in our textile products with recycled. Details >. IKEA is committed to end the dependency on virgin fossil materials and only use renewable or recycled materials by 2030. Its safe, exact, and still at a low price, says Bo proudly. They wanted to discuss how to prevent accidents with blinds that have accessible cords, and what possibilities there were to create something better. Prospective customers might want to know that screws (called "fasteners") for the brackets are not included. Since my windows weren't very tall, the wand hit the deep windowsill before the blind had raised completely. Originally, all polyester was made from oil-based raw materials which are not renewable but we are switching to only using recycled polyester. In volume, this means we converted 130,000 metric tonnes of recycled polyester, and saved 200,000 tonnes of virign polyester. Its almost like the push/pull mechanism immediately locks up leaving you to give up and keep the shade down. Some of our #ikeausa followers tagged #. We believe that the GRS standard is the best standard on the market today. The good thing is that polyester can be recycled over and over, without negatively affecting the quality of our products. Example when picking up the 36inch, they will be 34 inches when measured out of the box and on the top. The blind is cordless for increased child safety. But we have another window with a thicker frame and we could not install it correctly. Different wall/ceiling materials require different types of fasteners. These volumes make us a leader in converting to recycled polyester and we hope that our decisions can inspire and motivate whole industries to change. The decision meant some frustrated customers who wondered where the traditional blinds had gone. The rod allows parents to create a safer environment for the youngest family members. We want to have a positive impact on the planet. When you pull it, you adjust the blind. We are accelerating this movement for polyester in our range and aim to replace all virgin polyester in our textile products with recycled. There were no display samples available in the store, so I wasn't expecting either the sliding wand for opening and closing, or the plastic-y quality of the blind itself. This one requires that you buy screws for your particular installation site. The unique rod is like a wand that magically positions the blind exactly where you want it. Details >. In addition, customers have checked the functionality. This blinds fabric is made of polyester from recycled PET bottles. We installed these in the garage ceiling to hide some shelving. We want to change that by working to make recycled polyester products more affordable and accessible to the many people. By involving different people and organisations, weve made sure FRIDANS and the rod can meet the toughest demands in every market, says Bo.

One of many things I love about IKEA products is that you don't have to go to the hardware store for more hardware. They wanted to discuss how to prevent accidents with blinds that have accessible cords, and what possibilities there were to create something better. Example when picking up the 36inch, they will be 34 inches when measured out of the box and on the top. On a simple say with no wind they do a great job. The decision meant some frustrated customers who wondered where the traditional blinds had gone. My nephew thought these were high end shades & loved the mechanism. I opened the package to get ready to install, but you have to supply your own screws. The amount we convert, is equal to the amount of virgin fossil fuel we eliminate from our polyester raw material (this excludes potential dyeing and other post recycled polyester production treatments). It was a little harder installing in the ceiling than probably the wall. The top pole length is actually 2 inches shorter on each length. The rod allows parents to create a safer environment for the youngest family members. The rod allows parents to create a safer environment for the youngest family members. The blind is cordless for increased child safety. Rod to be mounted on the right side of the roller blind. The cord is inside a plastic rod thats expandable and reinforced with strong glass fiber. Any help? Great value for the money. The rod has not only been tested by our own lab, but also independent test labs. You must enable JavaScript to shop on IKEA.com. Its almost like the push/pull mechanism immediately locks up leaving you to give up and keep the shade down. In volume, this means we converted 130,000 metric tonnes of recycled polyester, and saved 200,000 tonnes of virign polyester. One works perfectly. Different wall/ceiling materials require different types of fasteners. Recycled polyester is just as good as virgin polyester in terms of looks, quality and function, and produces about 50% less in CO2 emissions.

It looked and felt cheap, and one of the red clips cracked as I was trying to put everything together. Originally, all polyester was made from oil-based raw materials which are not renewable but we are switching to only using recycled polyester. We installed these in the garage ceiling to hide some shelving. We realized we could keep the cord, but hide it, he explains. In 2020, we achieved the milestone of replacing 79% of the virgin polyester used in IKEA textile products and will accelerate the transformation towards the aim of only using recycled polyester throughout the product range where polyester is used. But it also meant that change was on the way. Great value for the money. By using recycled polyester in this product, we consume less new raw materials and lower our environmental impact while existing materials get new life. We want to have a positive impact on the planet. We want to love these shades. You must enable JavaScript to shop on IKEA.com. But, they work easily and are attractive. One of many things I love about IKEA products is that you don't have to go to the hardware store for more hardware. With some exceptions, the challenge is not the conversion of polyester into recycled itself, but to make it available to everyone by keeping it affordable. We havent reached our 100% goal yet, but we have come far and overcome many obstacles on the way. Recycled polyester makes us less dependent on oil.

However the other one, the wand/handle gets stuck/locks and I cant pull or push the shade back in to close it. Bo and the team tried several different solutions until they came up with one that provided the same functionality as blinds with visible cords.

We believe that the GRS standard is the best standard on the market today. 1/5 stars for not being user friendly or operable. Bo and the team tried several different solutions until they came up with one that provided the same functionality as blinds with visible cords. Easy to install. I absolutely loved the idea of these blinds but after three tries I've decided they aren't worth the hassle. We want to change that by working to make recycled polyester products more affordable and accessible to the many people. Love the shades. With some exceptions, the challenge is not the conversion of polyester into recycled itself, but to make it available to everyone by keeping it affordable. Can be mounted inside or outside the window recess, or in the ceiling. The rod allows parents to create a safer environment for the youngest family members. I don't know what happened / if it just had more wear and tear, but it was a huge bummer! These had to go back. At IKEA, we demand that all recycled polyester used in IKEA products shall come from recyclers that are compliant with the Global Recycled Standard and traceability is secured to the IKEA product through requirements toward the IKEA Suppliers. The block-out coating prevents all light from coming in so you can enjoy sleeping in late in the morning. The wand device for raising and lowering is good quality. I got two sets, one of them is still up and running and works great, but the other one broke within a year of having it. The block-out coating prevents all light from coming in so you can enjoy sleeping in late in the morning. Since my windows weren't very tall, the wand hit the deep windowsill before the blind had raised completely.

This means that when we use virgin polyester, we are exhausting the planets natural resources. We work with our partners and textile organisations such as Textile Exchange to further improve standards on recycled materials, including traceability of material beyond the recycling units. I told him, nope, not high end, just really good, inexpensive shades from IKEA. Financing options are available. That is why by 2030, we want all materials in our products to be recycled or renewable, and sourced in responsible ways. They wanted to discuss how to prevent accidents with blinds that have accessible cords, and what possibilities there were to create something better. The wand device for raising and lowering is good quality. Recycled polyester is just as good as virgin polyester in terms of looks, quality and function, and produces about 50% less in CO2 emissions. But, they work easily and are attractive. My nephew thought these were high end shades & loved the mechanism. When you live with children, thats one important part of a better life at home, he finishes. Honestly wanting to return but currently do not have the energy to take them down off the walls. On a simple say with no wind they do a great job. Some of our #ikeausa followers tagged #. We want to love these shades. However the other one, the wand/handle gets stuck/locks and I cant pull or push the shade back in to close it. When we make products from recycled polyester, we give a second life to material that is not biodegradable and reduce the amount that may otherwise end up in landfill or the ocean. With some exceptions, the challenge is not the conversion of polyester into recycled itself, but to make it available to everyone by keeping it affordable. In addition, customers have checked the functionality. They wanted to discuss how to prevent accidents with blinds that have accessible cords, and what possibilities there were to create something better. I told him, nope, not high end, just really good, inexpensive shades from IKEA. When we make products from recycled polyester, we give a second life to material that is not biodegradable and reduce the amount that may otherwise end up in landfill or the ocean. The polyester in this product is made of recycled PET-bottles, therefore reducing consumption of new raw materials and lowering the footprint on the environment. The rod has not only been tested by our own lab, but also independent test labs. Check it out! But it also meant that change was on the way. One of many things I love about IKEA products is that you don't have to go to the hardware store for more hardware. Since my windows weren't very tall, the wand hit the deep windowsill before the blind had raised completely. We want to love these shades. Practical and beautifully smart product!! Check it out! When you live with children, thats one important part of a better life at home, he finishes. Placed them in 3 bedrooms to help block sun. The rod allows parents to create a safer environment for the youngest family members. Using waste as a resource takes us one step closer to a more sustainable future.

In 2020, IKEA replaced 79% of the virgin polyester used in IKEA textile products with recycled polyester. Block-out blinds blocks light from shining through and completely darkens your room. We decided to immediately stop selling blinds with cords and only sell cordless ones.. We want to change that by working to make recycled polyester products more affordable and accessible to the many people. Instead, PET and other sources of polyester are used to make textiles, storage boxes, kitchen fronts and even lamps. We work with our partners and textile organisations such as Textile Exchange to further improve standards on recycled materials, including traceability of material beyond the recycling units. Wipe clean using a damp cloth and a mild cleaner. We decided to immediately stop selling blinds with cords and only sell cordless ones.. These volumes make us a leader in converting to recycled polyester and we hope that our decisions can inspire and motivate whole industries to change. It was a little harder installing in the ceiling than probably the wall. Our response to this, is to replace all virgin polyester with recycled in our products. I absolutely loved the idea of these blinds but after three tries I've decided they aren't worth the hassle. With some exceptions, the challenge is not the conversion of polyester into recycled itself, but to make it available to everyone by keeping it affordable. By involving different people and organisations, weve made sure FRIDANS and the rod can meet the toughest demands in every market, says Bo. By involving different people and organisations, weve made sure FRIDANS and the rod can meet the toughest demands in every market, says Bo. Any help? Example when picking up the 36inch, they will be 34 inches when measured out of the box and on the top. But it also meant that change was on the way. On a simple say with no wind they do a great job. Wipe clean using a damp cloth and a mild cleaner. The amount we convert, is equal to the amount of virgin fossil fuel we eliminate from our polyester raw material (this excludes potential dyeing and other post recycled polyester production treatments). The unique rod is like a wand that magically positions the blind exactly where you want it. The rod allows parents to create a safer environment for the youngest family members. I got two sets, one of them is still up and running and works great, but the other one broke within a year of having it. My nephew thought these were high end shades & loved the mechanism. Honestly wanting to return but currently do not have the energy to take them down off the walls. Financing options are available. The block-out coating prevents all light from coming in so you can enjoy sleeping in late in the morning. The top pole length is actually 2 inches shorter on each length. 1/5 stars for not being user friendly or operable. Use fasteners suitable for the wall/ceiling in your home (not included). We want to have a positive impact on the planet. Easy to install and easy to operate. Easy to install. Prospective customers might want to know that screws (called "fasteners") for the brackets are not included. The cord is inside a plastic rod thats expandable and reinforced with strong glass fiber. It looked and felt cheap, and one of the red clips cracked as I was trying to put everything together. When you pull it, you adjust the blind. One of our Product Engineers, Bo Zhang, remembers it well. The top pole length is actually 2 inches shorter on each length. It would also be helpful if the size of the mounting screws (not included) could be specified in the instructions. Financing options are available. The rod has not only been tested by our own lab, but also independent test labs. This one requires that you buy screws for your particular installation site. When you live with children, thats one important part of a better life at home, he finishes. A little pricey though. There were no display samples available in the store, so I wasn't expecting either the sliding wand for opening and closing, or the plastic-y quality of the blind itself. I don't know what happened / if it just had more wear and tear, but it was a huge bummer! Prospective customers might want to know that screws (called "fasteners") for the brackets are not included. In addition, customers have checked the functionality. When we make products from recycled polyester, we give a second life to material that is not biodegradable and reduce the amount that may otherwise end up in landfill or the ocean. The amount we convert, is equal to the amount of virgin fossil fuel we eliminate from our polyester raw material (this excludes potential dyeing and other post recycled polyester production treatments). At IKEA, we demand that all recycled polyester used in IKEA products shall come from recyclers that are compliant with the Global Recycled Standard and traceability is secured to the IKEA product through requirements toward the IKEA Suppliers. When they are down they do the job and look nice, but when time comes to roll them back up they are very difficult to operate. Then when it finally goes back up for you (after lots of effort) it has no speed control and at times crinkles on its way up. We installed these in the garage ceiling to hide some shelving. The unique rod is like a wand that magically positions the blind exactly where you want it. At IKEA, we demand that all recycled polyester used in IKEA products shall come from recyclers that are compliant with the Global Recycled Standard and traceability is secured to the IKEA product through requirements toward the IKEA Suppliers. That is why by 2030, we want all materials in our products to be recycled or renewable, and sourced in responsible ways. These volumes make us a leader in converting to recycled polyester and we hope that our decisions can inspire and motivate whole industries to change. The good thing is that polyester can be recycled over and over, without negatively affecting the quality of our products. It was a little harder installing in the ceiling than probably the wall. In 2014, we got an invitation, along with other manufacturers of blinds, to meet with the Consumer Product Safety Commission a governmental agency in the United States. I opened the package to get ready to install, but you have to supply your own screws. And the material is just as clean and safe in every way. I had to stand there in the hardware store and hold all the screws up to the picture to find the right one. Can be mounted inside or outside the window recess, or in the ceiling. Prospective customers might want to know that screws (called "fasteners") for the brackets are not included. The rod has not only been tested by our own lab, but also independent test labs. In addition, customers have checked the functionality. We want to change that by working to make recycled polyester products more affordable and accessible to the many people. Some of our #ikeausa followers tagged #. The good thing is that polyester can be recycled over and over, without negatively affecting the quality of our products. By involving different people and organisations, weve made sure FRIDANS and the rod can meet the toughest demands in every market, says Bo. They wanted to discuss how to prevent accidents with blinds that have accessible cords, and what possibilities there were to create something better. It would also be helpful if the size of the mounting screws (not included) could be specified in the instructions. The rod allows parents to create a safer environment for the youngest family members. Practical and beautifully smart product!! Easy to install and easy to operate. However the other one, the wand/handle gets stuck/locks and I cant pull or push the shade back in to close it. And the material is just as clean and safe in every way. We installed these in the garage ceiling to hide some shelving. Its almost like the push/pull mechanism immediately locks up leaving you to give up and keep the shade down. The rod has not only been tested by our own lab, but also independent test labs. Easy to install and easy to operate. Financing options are available. Recycled polyester is just as good as virgin polyester in terms of looks, quality and function, and produces about 50% less in CO2 emissions. In volume, this means we converted 130,000 metric tonnes of recycled polyester, and saved 200,000 tonnes of virign polyester. We want to change that by working to make recycled polyester products more affordable and accessible to the many people. Instead, PET and other sources of polyester are used to make textiles, storage boxes, kitchen fronts and even lamps. In 2020, we achieved the milestone of replacing 79% of the virgin polyester used in IKEA textile products and will accelerate the transformation towards the aim of only using recycled polyester throughout the product range where polyester is used. Financing options are available.

It was a little harder installing in the ceiling than probably the wall. Check it out! When they are down they do the job and look nice, but when time comes to roll them back up they are very difficult to operate. The downside to virgin polyester is that it is made from oil, coal or natural gas. Wipe clean using a damp cloth and a mild cleaner. The top rail of blinds that are 23" wide or less cannot be cut as this will damage the spring mechanism. One of our Product Engineers, Bo Zhang, remembers it well. Easy to install. The rod has not only been tested by our own lab, but also independent test labs. We havent reached our 100% goal yet, but we have come far and overcome many obstacles on the way.

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