Fall River is lake living within commuting distance of the city. Homes line Lake Thomas, Lake William, Miller Lake and the smaller lakes around them, and newer subdivisions keep spreading through the woods off Highway 2. Many are large family homes built in the last thirty years, with walls of glass facing the water.
Lake-facing windows take the morning or evening sun directly, plus reflected glare off the water, which in winter can be brutal at eye level. Tall great-room windows and wide lake-view windows are the norm.
What we fit most here: motorized shades on tall and wide windows, solar shades on lake-facing living areas, and blackout cellular in bedrooms. Many Fall River homeowners pair automated shades with a schedule that follows the sun across the lake.
Frequently asked questions
What blinds cut glare off a lake but keep the view?
Solar shades in a dark colour and 3% openness. They reduce glare and heat while you can still see the lake clearly during the day.
Can motorized shades follow the sun?
Yes. Motorized shades can follow a schedule or use a sun sensor, lowering when direct sun hits a window and rising when it moves on.
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