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Solar shades are the ideal if you want to block out glaring sunlight and harmful UV rays while maintaining a nearly unobstructed view of the outdoors. Our solar shades and blinds are available in various colours and styles and have a flat, modern design. This minimizes their footprint when fully opened and makes them the top choice of Canadian homeowners when it comes to managing natural light in a sleek and energy-efficient way.
Solar shades, commonly also referred to as Sun shades for windows are window treatments made of fabrics that have strong glare and UV filtering properties, while offering a high degree of opaqueness. This makes them a great choice for rooms where privacy is not a primary concern and a relatively unobstructed view to the outside is desired. They are often selected for living rooms, for rooms where bypassers’ views are already blocked (i.e. by hedges or fences), or rooms that are located on higher floors.
To recap, solar shades come with three major benefits that differentiates them from Blackout Blinds, which are room darkening, or Roman Shades and Sheer Blinds, which also block out views to differing degrees and thus offer more privacy. The main reasons why Canadian homeowners choose Solar Shades are:
Solar shades are window treatments designed to block harmful UV rays, reduce glare, while allowing you to enjoy your outdoor view.
Solar shades offer limited daytime privacy but no nighttime privacy when interior lights are on. For enhanced privacy, consider layering them with blackout shades, sheer blinds or other window treatments.
Openness refers to the weave of the fabric and determines how much light passes through. Smaller percentages (1-3%) block more light and provide better UV protection, while higher percentages (7-10%) maximize visibility.
Yes, solar shades can be designed for outdoor use, with materials specifically crafted to withstand weather conditions while providing shade and UV protection.
While solar shades do not insulate, they help regulate indoor temperatures by reducing heat from direct sunlight, contributing to lower cooling costs in the summer.
Yes, we also offer motorized solar shades for convenient operation. Find them in our Motorized shades section.
Yes, most solar shades require minimal maintenance and can be cleaned with a damp cloth or vacuumed using a brush attachment.
Solar shades are not designed for insulation or blocking cold air. If insulation is a priority, consider pairing them with cellular shades or shutters.
