Making Effective RV Window Shades

We've gotten a lot of questions on our RV window shades, and here I share the long process it took us to get to our final design. You can use these tips and tricks for building your own, or use them to shop commercial products that will perform well.
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[@Dirt-Diggler]

It rather refreshing to see somone who understands radiant heat and the need for an airgap 👍

[@bretthawton]

Such a great R&D video!!! Thanks for sharing your findings with us.

[@thechadfords]

So jealous of your workspace!

[@susanclay3692]

James, when is Winnebago going to offer an Ekko with the Fit RV options.

[@timboehm8700]

You guys are the best!!

[@plove523]

Very clever! And far superior to what is commercially available. I hope you got a patent. Especially on your screen door that's not a screen door.

[@flintobrien8034]

Brilliant overview! Thank you so much.

[@suzyq3746]

Keep doing what you’re doing James & Steph. Many appreciate it as do I because I love learning things. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. 😊

[@robertgedzelman380]

Thank you ever so much for your hard work, your selfless dedication to thorough research. Your results: reflective + insulative batting and insect screen combo the best of all worlds and only after you've spent HOURS and HOURS doing different trials (zip from bottom up on screen makes the most sense, but who would have initially thought of that?). Wonderful...what positive contributors you two are.

[@Tatiacha]

Awesome love seeing the trial and error you never stop til you get what you want

[@richdv6800]

Absolutely ingenious mod, love it!!

[@markadams9946]

You are “THE MAN”! Thanks for sharing

[@J.W.W.]

My favorite van people have comments ‘on’! You’re the BEST, thanks for what you do!
For sewing tips and tricks, Sailrite is the way to go. I’m glad to see you agree. I subscribe to their channel also

[@rvlifediy]

Great detail and explanation. I wished all RV windows had these options. Sewing is out of my league. My windows definitely need this mod.

[@stephenbulmer7148]

really great informative video. thanks for sharing your trials and tribulations in making your window blinds. Thank you👍👍👍👍

[@crinagrewel6936]

I too used a thermal gun on my windows to determine the best insulation for my situation. I have reflectix between the window and my covers which are comprised of felt with air gap, but sewn together with heavy weight corduroy upholstery fabric

[@davidg3044]

Great video! Very cool idea and a fantastic production process. Thank you for sharing!

[@jamestreanor182]

Wow. First time you have TH-cam comments on! 🎉❤

[@stevemartin8994]

Very informative video! Thanks.

[@pammcfarland1727]

Ty so much, very informative and easy to understand ❤

[@joniboulware1436]

Just watched your review on the View with cargo. I have to say your Echo just looks more homey and fully functional. Great shade analysis.

[@StratRider]

When you mentioned proper installation of reflectix but didn't follow up on that, I went on my own tangent and still found confusion from different sources.
I would love to see your video on proper installation since this one was VERY informative.

[@kennyrogersrocks]

great video

[@mikecolao]

I wish you made custom window coverings that I could order for my Winnebago View!!! Great video and very helpful

[@SerwerW]

the best

[@kradwonders]

Interesting.

[@terrillforehand795]

Does the Sailrite sewing machine you displayed need any additional attachments, other than what it came with, to create the window coverings?

[@SerwerW]

woah

[@idawillis5997]

I love it. How can I support your design? I noticed you don’t have any in your store.

[@freetob1]

Do you have another above the door to keep the cold and heat out as well???

[@Munthegun]

157 Fahrenheit?? Where do you live, the sun??

[@melissapeper4603]

Where did you get that sewing machine and about how much do the run?

[@johnwilliamson9453]

$1000+

[@phillipstrawbridge6632]

In very hot temps does the glue on the Velcro not give away?

[@Thefitrv]

Living in the desert southwest, we can confidently say it’s been holding great.

[@phillipstrawbridge6632]

@@Thefitrv thanks

[@jillstansell7241]

👍🙏

[@netposerx]

Woah, comments enabled. How is it 158° ?

[@Dirt-Diggler]

Because glass absorbs heat so it gets hot 🤔 ?
Mind you it'll be even hotter with the screen fitted as it can't dissipate that heat to the cooler air inside the van, but then I guess that is the whole point of the screen, insulation

[@netposerx]

@@Dirt-Diggler But it was in the shade too. 😂

[@Allen-by6ci]

Hey! Comments enabled! Awesome!

[@jpmerrick8886]

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