1941 Clopay Window Shades Ad - "Odd name... CLOPAY What Does It Mean?"

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This advertisement explains the origin and benefits of Clopay, a company known for making affordable window shades from paper and cloth. It highlights the cost savings for housewives, the innovation of using Kraft-type paper, and the development of washable and easy-to-install shades. The ad also mentions other Clopay products like Venetian blinds, coverall paper, garment storage bags, and specially coated paper products for manufacturers. The ad emphasizes the economic advantages and quality of Clopay products.

Brand: Clopay
Product: Clopay Window Shades
Tagline: Odd name... CLOPAY What Does It Mean?
Publication: Life Magazine
Year: 1941

Objects in the advertisement: woman, window shade, table lamp, roller, man, venetian blinds, coverall paper, garment storage bags, paper products

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