Imagine being able to see outside during the daytime while people on the outside can't see in.

Imagine a smart-looking window treatment that is flame retardant, requires virtually no maintenance or cleaning, and is easy to operate.

These are the benefits that solar shades can bring to you, and some of the reasons they are becoming increasingly popular in both homes and commercial buildings.

In addition, solar shades can reduce the solar heat gain coming through the windows by 50% or more, depending on the fabric and color selected. If you air-condition, use of these shades will make a considerable difference in your air-conditioning costs. Because the areas near the windows will be protected from excess solar heat, you may be able to adjust the settings of your entire air conditioning system, preventing cold spots in other areas of your building and saving even more. If you do not air condition, you may be surprised at how much more comfortable you can be without darkening your room with heavy drapes or losing your view to the outside.

The solar control fabric is a mesh of varying degrees of openness and an assortment of weaves and colors, constructed of vinyl-coated fiberglass or vinyl-coated polyester. It is most often made up into roller shades with either manual metal or plastic bead-chain operators at the side, or motorized operation.

Solar shade fabrics can also be made up into Roman shades, vertical blinds, and skylight shades.

We feature solar shades by Draper, MechoShade and VIMCO.