Solar Roller Shades: Reduce Heat Without Losing Your View

Solar roller shades are the most popular window treatment in Baja California — and for good reason.

How Solar Shades Work

Solar shade fabric is made from PVC-coated polyester or fiberglass with an "openness factor" — the percentage of open weave. Tighter weave = more heat and UV blocked.

Openness Levels Explained

1% openness: Maximum heat and UV blocking (up to 99% UV rejection). Best for west-facing windows.

3% openness: The sweet spot — blocks 95-97% of UV with good outward visibility. Ideal for living rooms and offices.

5% openness: Balanced visibility and heat reduction. Blocks 90-95% of UV.

10% openness: Subtle filtering. Best for shaded windows.

Color Matters

Darker solar fabrics provide better glare control and outward visibility than lighter colors.

Energy Savings

Solar shades reduce solar heat gain by up to 80%. Clients report 15-25% reductions in summer electricity bills.

Metalized Backing

Premium solar fabrics feature a metalized backing that reflects heat back outside for superior performance.

Contact Baja Shades to explore solar shade fabric samples.