Q. I need a new sofa which will be near a window. Are their some colors that fade more rapidly and should be avoided?

A. Yes, there are colors that are more vulnerable to fading. It is usually more important to know the combination of fabrics and types of dye.

Synthetics or solution dyes have best resistance. They may not be as home friendly in appearance, however, the solution would be adding UV protection to the window.

There are products that can be added to the pane on the interior that will work effectively. One company we use is Suntrol at www.suntrol.com

Blinds will also add additional help during peak sun periods. As for colors, reds and blues are usually more vulnerable.