The sun, glorious when you’re lying on the beach catching a tan and watching people run around in skimpy outfits.

Then there are those Sunday mornings when the head is throbbing, the mouth is dry and the idea of going outside into the harsh light of day is frankly terrifying. Be gone sun, let me lie on the couch and whimper in darkness if you’d be so kind.

Of course curtains can only do so much, which is why it’s about time you took the next step and checked out the range of Coolaroo Retractable Blinds. These gems are made from thickly knitted fabric specifically designed to withstand the outdoor elements and come complete with five-year fabric warranty against UV degradation.

They’ll keep you out of harm’s way by blocking up to 90% of the suns harmful UV rays, minimising the couch sweats by reducing temperatures up to as much as 32%. Here are your range of choices:

Southern Sunset

• R499 for a Retractable Blind 1.2 x 2.1m – Southern Sunset (R899 value)
• R549 for a Retractable Blind 1.5 x 2.1m – Southern Sunset (R999 value)
• R599 for a Retractable Blind 1.8 x 2.1m – Southern Sunset (R1 075 value)
• R699 for a Retractable Blind 2.4 x 2.1m – Southern Sunset (R1 275 value)

Montecito

• R499 for a Retractable Blind 1.2 x 2.1m – Montecito (R899 value)
• R549 for a Retractable Blind 1.5 x 2.1m – Montecito (R999 value)
• R599 for a Retractable Blind 1.8 x 2.1m – Montecito (R1 075 value)
• R649 for a Retractable Blind 2.1 x 2.1m – Montecito (R1 175 value)
• R699 for a Retractable Blind 2.4 x 2.1m – Montecito (R1 275 value)

Some more strings to these blinds’ bow:

• The fabric is resistant to fade, and won’t tear and fray
• Any dirt, grime or even mould, is easily hosed off
• Allows airflow and maintains visibility to the outside
• Protects interiors from direct sun
• Best installed over hot windows or as drop down blinds on patios, but can be used indoors
• Easy DIY installation and comes with full installation instructions

I know we’re grown-ups now but let’s be honest, we all still have those days, Let’s keep the beast at bay in style with these Coolaroo blinds and we’ll deal with the rest of adulthood at a later stage OK?