What are Solar Screens?

Solar Screens cover the outside of a window similar to full size standard window screens. The difference is that solar screens are designed to block the heat gain that is generated when the sun's heat passes through the glass windows. Normally solar screens are made to cover the entire window to achieve the most heat blocking benefits and should be made with Heavy Duty Aluminum Frame instead of standard window screen frame. Although solar screens may look dark from outside, the outward visibility is maintained. With darker color solar shades, it is kind of like looking out though sunglasses, it blocks the glare and sometimes the outward visibility is even better than without the solar screen. ... more

Solar screens are devices that are semi-permeable to light, but provide protection against some forms of harmful ultraviolet light. They are very common in cars and in some buildings where the setting sun can cause very harsh light through the windows at various times of the day. They are also used in recreational areas, such as parks and pools, and as patio shades. One of the most common places to see solar screens is in cars and other vehicles as solar window shades. On buses especially, where there are very large windows, they are often installed. In car windows, they are commonly seen when babies are present. Due to the nature of infant car seats, the infant's head is always positioned upward. That makes it important to have something there that can block the light. Otherwise, the baby's eyes may be pointing directly into the sun. Another common use is at swimming pools. Solar screens at public pools are especially important, as people generally have a great portion of exposed skin ... more

Solar Screens block heat! Solar Screens are exterior mounted window screens that shade your window and glass area. Because your window glass conducts heat similar to a magnifying glass. These solar shades block the sun rays before it contacts the glass surface. Because of this type of shading, they are seven times more powerful than any other interior window treatment, including tint, blinds, shutters and drapes. They are so powerful that they were even first designed as an effective way to stop plants from fading in glass green houses. But Solar screens do more than just block the summer's intense hot heat! They also help keep the heat from escaping during the winter colder months. They insulate your windows from the cold winter drafts. They can even reduce heating bills by up to 15%, proving to be energy efficient all year long. Solar screens can be effective on all glass areas of the home, regardless if the window location is in direct sunlight or not. By installing solar screens al ... more

Solar Screens are the most effective window treatments that you can apply to your home for lowering energy bills by stopping the heat transfer through your windows and doors while still maintaining your view. Window film, interior products, or awnings cannot compete with the efficiency rating of TEXTILENE solar screens. ... more

How do they work and block the sun? Solar screens are outside window coverings made out of PVC coated woven polyester non-stretch yarn. They situate on the outside of your home's windows. The screens come in 4 distinctive frame colors and come in 9 distinct screen colors to match your house. Solar screens are effective by halting the suns heat before it enters through your home's windows. Window film, interior products, or awnings cannot challenge at all with the efficiency rating of high quality solar screens. The product we use for our customers is called TEXTILENE®.TEXTILENE®, is flame retardant, heat seal able, mildew proof and substantial under either hot or cold las vegas temperatures. TEXTILENE® is only madeof spun polyester because of its proven durability and functioning qualities, as compared to similar fiberglass based solar screen products like suntex solar screens. Fiberglass based products do not have the capacity to control their color for considerable years and the stab ... more