Solar Shades
Serving Greater Houston
Solar shades are like solar screens on a roller controlled by a chain-driven clutch. They reflect the sun´s hot and harmful rays and offer UV protection for floors and furniture. They can be a great addition to any home if your goal is solar relief while maintaining a clean, minimalist look. Solar shades allow a certain degree of view through the window treatment.
Solar shades are categorized most commonly by “openness factor”. The larger the openness factor, the more sheer the shade. The smaller the openness factor, the more dense. Solar shade openness factors range from 20% to 1% and even an opaque shadecloth which provides complete blackout.
Solar shades are categorized most commonly by “openness factor”. The larger the openness factor, the more sheer the shade. The smaller the openness factor, the more dense. Solar shade openness factors range from 20% to 1% and even an opaque shadecloth which provides complete blackout.
Solar shades are available with an optional painted or fabric-covered decorative fascia that conceals the tube and allows the shade to simply “disappear” when raised.
Battery-powered or AC motorization can be added to solar shades for the ultimate in control. Shades can be raised and lowered at the push of a button on a handheld remote control or the flick of a wall switch. Solar shades can even be integrated with your home automation system.
Katy Blinds & Shutters offers a wide selection of solar shades including MechoShade, Phifer and Mermet. Call or contact us today to setup your free, in-home estimate to see how solar shades can benefit you.
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