Can't they figure out a better blind?

[mikefos]

Originally Posted by TCNashville

I got so tired of replacing strings I now have faux wood blinds in my camper. Much better and look good too.

Howdy,

Can you post a pic or two of your new blinds? How did you patch the holes that were left from the removal of the accordion blinds?

Thanks,
Mike

[mikefos]

Originally Posted by RipinSC

When you restring them you can order a roll of solid colored shade cord off Amazon which is not supposed to fray. The cheap garbage they use on the shade has a colored coating over the fine white cord. Brilliant! I bought a 100 yard roll (300 feet) for around $15.

Howdy,

Can you please post a link to what you ordered so I am sure I am looking at the right product?

Thanks,
Mike

[Shackrat]

I just restringed two of my blinds a few weeks ago. This is what I ordered.

Mandala Crafts Blinds String, Lift Cord Replacement from Braided Nylon for RVs, Windows, Shades, and Rollers (1.5mm, Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07LC323R7..._cpaBFbWJWRM7E

1.5mm is slightly thinner than what the factory used. This cord feels like it has a wax embedded into it too. It tends to stretch during the first few days after installing so you will probably have to tighten them once or twice. The key is to only set enough tension to hold the blinds up. There shouldn’t be much resistance when raising or lowering them.

[RipinSC]

Exact same cord I ordered. And yes the large blinds will loosen up with use. I just wrapped the cord around the spool to take up the slack.

[sturgissteele]

Glad I checked into this thread, I thought the super tight blinds was normal. I'll be loosening them up now, before they break.

[Everett Miles]

Lippert blinds are a pair of RV shades for my entry doors. They are an inexpensive addition to my RV but we are very pleased!

[SFC4LIFE]

Originally Posted by Frisbee

I had the same gripe with my previous motorhome. I ended up going to Home Depot and bought regular blinds with no strings. Worked great! You can get blinds in any width so its a fairly easy.

If you don't mind, what brand, size and overall cost did you face in this replacement project?