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Transform Harsh Sunlight into Ambiance

Custom Solar Shades are designed to filter sunlight, reduce glare, and protect your interior all while preserving your view of the outdoors. Made with advanced UV-blocking fabrics, they offer the blend of comfort, energy efficiency, and style. Whether you’re dressing large windows, patio doors, or office spaces, solar shades provide a clean, minimalist look that complements any décor. Each shade is measured, built, and installed to exact specifications for a flawless fit and smooth operation.

Benefits of Solar Shades

  • UV Protection with a View

    Block up to 99% of harmful UV rays while maintaining your view of the outdoors — the perfect balance of clarity and protection.

  • Glare Reduction

    Minimize harsh sunlight and screen glare, making solar shades ideal for living rooms, offices, and media spaces.

  • Energy Efficiency

    Reduce solar heat gain and help maintain comfortable indoor temperatures year-round, lowering energy costs.

  • Custom Fit for Every Window

    Each shade is made to your window’s exact dimensions for seamless coverage and a polished, professional look.

  • Durable, Easy-to-Clean Materials

    Made from high-performance, fade-resistant fabrics designed to withstand daily use without warping or discoloration.

  • Cordless & Motorized Operation

    Upgrade to cordless or smart-motorized systems for a cleaner aesthetic and safer, easier operation.

  • Daytime Privacy

    Enjoy natural light while keeping interiors comfortably private during daylight hours.

  • Stylish, Minimalist Design

    With sleek lines and a wide range of color tones, solar shades complement contemporary, transitional, and commercial interiors alike.

Customizations & Options for Solar Shades

  • Openness Factors

    Choose from 1% to 14% openness levels to customize your balance of light, view, and UV protection.

  • Control Systems

    Manual, cordless, or motorized lift systems available, including smart-home compatibility.

  • Mounting Options

    Inside or outside mount choices for a streamlined or decorative finish.

  • Dual Shades

    Pair with blackout roller shades for day/night functionality.

Enjoy the beauty of natural light without the drawbacks of harsh sun exposure. Our custom solar shades are expertly designed to filter and diffuse sunlight, minimizing glare while blocking damaging UV rays that can fade furniture, flooring, and artwork.

By reducing solar heat gain, these shades help maintain cooler indoor temperatures and improve overall energy efficiency, which keeps your home comfortable and protected year-round. More than just an addition, solar shades offer a smart, functional solution that preserves your interior while enhancing the style of every room.

Protect What Matters with Advanced UV Defense

Express your style with confidence through fully customizable solar shades crafted to complement any interior. Available in an extensive palette of designer-inspired colors, fabrics, and textures, these shades offer the perfect blend of sophistication and functionality. Whether you prefer a soft, understated look or a bold architectural accent, each option is tailored to reflect your unique style.

Enhance your design further by pairing solar shades with elegant wood cornices or valances for added depth and character. Choose from advanced operating systems, including cordless and motorized options, for a seamless combination of safety, convenience, and contemporary design.

Design Freedom for Every Space

Solar Shade Considerations & Alternatives

Seeking Safety and Convenience?

Cordless and motorized solar shades provide smooth, effortless operation and pair perfectly with home automation systems. For added texture, consider woven wood or bamboo shades that offer a more organic look with similar light control.

Enhancing Curb Appeal

Solar shades maintain a sleek, uniform exterior appearance while keeping interiors cool and bright. For outdoor areas, explore exterior-grade solar screens that deliver the same benefits with added weather resistance.

Looking for Privacy and Light Control?

Solar shades provide daytime privacy while maintaining outward visibility. For full nighttime privacy, pair them with blackout roller shades or decorative drapery panels.

Stylish and Versatile Design

With modern lines and a variety of color tones, solar shades adapt beautifully to residential and commercial spaces alike. For a layered aesthetic, combine them with sheer shades or valances for added sophistication.

Frequently Asked Questions About Solar Shades

  • Solar shades are designed with a specialized fabric that reduces glare and blocks harmful UV rays while preserving your outdoor view. They’re ideal for spaces where you want natural light without the harsh heat or brightness of direct sunlight.

  • The openness factor refers to how tightly the fabric is woven. A 1% openness provides maximum UV protection and privacy, while a 14% openness allows more natural light and visibility. The lower the percentage, the less you can see through the fabric.

  • Yes. Solar shades are specifically engineered to block up to 99% of UV rays, protecting your furniture, flooring, and artwork from fading while maintaining a comfortable indoor temperature.

  • Solar shades offer excellent daytime privacy, but they become more transparent at night when interior lights are on. For full nighttime privacy, consider pairing them with draperies, liners, or secondary window treatments.

  • Absolutely. By reducing heat gain from the sun, solar shades can lower cooling costs and improve comfort during warmer months. Their reflective element helps maintain consistent indoor temperatures.

  • Yes. Solar shades come in a range of neutral tones, from bright whites to rich charcoals, that complement modern interiors. Lighter fabrics reflect more heat, while darker tones enhance visibility and reduce glare.

  • Yes. Solar shades are available in manual, cordless, and motorized systems. Motorized shades can be controlled via remote, wall switch, or smart-home integration with Alexa.

  • Definitely. Most solar shade fabrics are antistatic and dust-resistant. You can clean them with a feather duster, vacuum brush attachment, or damp cloth. For deeper cleaning, a mild soap solution works well.