Curtains for 26X?

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Curtains for 26X?

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I need to replace the curtains on my 26X.

Preferably somethjing off the shelf. 8)
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I’ve always wondered if a frosted film would work for privacy? Just cut it to shape and apply. Does it stick to plexi?

https://a.co/d/0tZGHXx

https://a.co/d/h2Z0byj

https://www.wayfair.com/decor-pillows/p ... 88626.html
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Re: Curtains for 26X?

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I've used reflective film successfully in the past. It sticks to the windows just fine.
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Thks, thinking of an RV something with suction cups - but I'm open :)
NiceAft wrote: Sat May 31, 2025 1:28 pm I’ve always wondered if a frosted film would work for privacy? Just cut it to shape and apply. Does it stick to plexi?

https://a.co/d/0tZGHXx

https://a.co/d/h2Z0byj

https://www.wayfair.com/decor-pillows/p ... 88626.html
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Re: Curtains for 26X?

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Thks, thinking of an RV something with suction cups - but I'm open :)
Be Free wrote: Sat May 31, 2025 6:50 pm I've used reflective film successfully in the past. It sticks to the windows just fine.
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Re: Curtains for 26X?

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I previously purchased flexible blackout screens with suction cups that attached to the windows that fit perfectly on the windows of the 26x. All seven screens fold up and fit into a storage bag about 12 inches in diameter and 3 inches thick. I've had these about 10 years and they still work well. I purchased them from https://www.seoladair.com/waterline/bla ... index.html Unfortunately, it appears seoladair is no longer able to get new stock due to "supply issues."

The screens are manufactured by a company called Waterline Design that has a store on Amazon. Chances are there may be other retailers on the internet that still have old product in stock. The current version may be a combined product that integrates a blackout screen with a mosquito screen. There seems to be limited supply, so if you're interested in this you might want to check it out promptly.

https://tinyurl.com/5n8va946


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Thank you 8)

This web site is gold

rsvpasap wrote: Sun Jun 01, 2025 5:56 am I previously purchased flexible blackout screens with suction cups that attached to the windows that fit perfectly on the windows of the 26x. All seven screens fold up and fit into a storage bag about 12 inches in diameter and 3 inches thick. I've had these about 10 years and they still work well. I purchased them from https://www.seoladair.com/waterline/bla ... index.html Unfortunately, it appears seoladair is no longer able to get new stock due to "supply issues."

The screens are manufactured by a company called Waterline Design that has a store on Amazon. Chances are there may be other retailers on the internet that still have old product in stock. The current version may be a combined product that integrates a blackout screen with a mosquito screen. There seems to be limited supply, so if you're interested in this you might want to check it out promptly.

https://tinyurl.com/5n8va946


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Have a look at my post from December, they worked perfectly by the way.
viewtopic.php?p=372054#p372054
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Re: Curtains for 26X?

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Called and left a msg. Gent called me back and had what I needed. Nice that he was in Illinois. Still has stock, but when it's gone it's gone. :wink:
rsvpasap wrote: Sun Jun 01, 2025 5:56 am I previously purchased flexible blackout screens with suction cups that attached to the windows that fit perfectly on the windows of the 26x. All seven screens fold up and fit into a storage bag about 12 inches in diameter and 3 inches thick. I've had these about 10 years and they still work well. I purchased them from https://www.seoladair.com/waterline/bla ... index.html Unfortunately, it appears seoladair is no longer able to get new stock due to "supply issues."

The screens are manufactured by a company called Waterline Design that has a store on Amazon. Chances are there may be other retailers on the internet that still have old product in stock. The current version may be a combined product that integrates a blackout screen with a mosquito screen. There seems to be limited supply, so if you're interested in this you might want to check it out promptly.
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Re: Curtains for 26X?

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Hi DiAndersson!

Looks like you found something that will work for you!
Congrats!

On Over Easy we simply tied a thin string from the top fwd side window cover cap to the top aft side window cover cap.
The string was run through an opened up pillow case end ‘tube” seam.
The length was trimmed to fit.
We did something similar for the front windows.

Cost us four pillow cases from one of the box stores and the string.
They slide out of the way and self store on the string ready to provide shade and/or privacy at a moment’s thought.
Nothing to stow or find.
If we want a decor change all we need to do is get a different color/pattern of pillow cases and pull out the scissors again.

Just a thought…. There is no one answer, it always a matter of choices.

Best Regards
Over Easy 8) 8)
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Re: Curtains for 26X?

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My sone and his crowd are 16 (approx.)

What I'd really like is something like the old 50's - 60's ball point pens with hula girls/naked girls on them when you shake them (or something) :P
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:D :D :D
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