Have you ever been in a room without window coverings in the middle of the afternoon with the Colorado sun glaring in? We all know that the room is going to be hot! Not only will your cooling costs be higher, but your furniture and floor coverings will sun fade quickly, too. So how do you keep the sun from glaring in? Solar shades benefit your home by keeping it more energy efficient while still adding beauty and charm.
How Solar Shades Work
Imagine solar shades like a pair of sunglasses. Just as sunglasses shield and filter sunlight for our eyes, they do the same for windows. The shades diffuse the natural sunlight and block harmful UV rays. This helps to reduce glare and keep rooms cooler while protecting furniture and flooring.
Benefits of Solar Shades
Solar shades offer numerous advantages that make them an ideal window treatment solution for any home:
Light & Temperature Control
One of the primary advantages of solar shades is their ability to reduce heat buildup, keeping your rooms significantly cooler even during the hottest, sunniest days. By blocking solar heat gain, they help lower your energy costs and decrease cooling expenses year-round. Solar shades also minimize uncomfortable glare, diffusing harsh sunlight to create ideal environments for working, watching TV, or simply relaxing.
Protection & Preservation
Beyond comfort, solar shades protect your valuable investments by preventing sun fading on furniture, flooring, and artwork. By blocking harmful UV rays, they extend the life of your interiors and preserve the color and quality of your investment pieces, ensuring your home maintains its beauty for years to come.
Visibility & Aesthetics
Solar shades offer the best of both worlds—even when fully lowered, they maintain your view of the Rocky Mountains or downtown skyline. Available in multiple openness levels, you can control how much light filters through while choosing from various colors, textures, and patterns to match your décor. This means you can preserve natural light and enjoy daylight without the harsh glare.
Convenience & Technology
Take advantage of motorization options for automated, effortless control of your shades. Operate them with a handheld remote for convenience or use smart home integration to control them via smartphone app from anywhere. These features make solar shades perfect for hard-to-reach windows, including high windows, skylights, and large expanses of glass.
Exterior Solar Shades
Solar shades are not just for the inside of your home. Solar patio shades are mildew, corrosion, and flame resistant. These features make them a great option for keeping your outdoor spaces cool for relaxing or hosting parties. Now you can turn those hot outdoor areas into added useful square footage for your home!
Experience the Solar Shades Difference
Whether you’re looking to reduce glare, lower energy costs, or protect your furnishings from UV damage, solar shades deliver the perfect combination of function and style. From motorized interior shades to durable exterior patio solutions, there’s an option to enhance every space in your home.
Ready to get started? Contact Made in the Shade today for your FREE in-home consultation. Our experts will guide you through fabric options, motorization features, and design choices tailored to your home’s unique needs.
