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        nashrack
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        I have a semi circular glass window on top of my main door. I want to make an automatic blind (or something similar) that opens automatically in morning and closes in the evening. I am looking for ideas for materials that can be used to make it. Any references to relevant books, websites, etc. are also welcome.
         
        Posts: 1 | Registered: Jan 06, 2013Reply With QuoteReport This Post
        Jaybee
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        You'll have to do some searching for this one. For starters, take a look here:

        http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GwHV-NBVg88

        Or Google 'automated arched window blinds" and there will be a lot to see. Some of it will be amazingly expensive but you may find a solution that you can copy and DIY.


        Jaybee
         
        Posts: 9060 | Location: Knoxville, Tennessee | Registered: Sep 27, 2003Reply With QuoteReport This Post
        Sparky617
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        quote:
        Originally posted by Jaybee:
        You'll have to do some searching for this one. For starters, take a look here:

        http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GwHV-NBVg88

        Or Google 'automated arched window blinds" and there will be a lot to see. Some of it will be amazingly expensive but you may find a solution that you can copy and DIY.



        Jaybee,
        Cool product, I have no need for it in this house but could have used it in our last one.

        This message has been edited. Last edited by: Sparky617,


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