Dom Decor Studio · Los Angeles
CUSTOM
SOLAR
ROLLER
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Our custom solar roller shades help reduce glare and UV light while keeping your view clear. They are one of the most popular custom solar shades in Los Angeles homes. You can see them in our gallery installed in Malibu, Santa Monica, and Beverly Hills. These light filtering window treatments make interiors cooler and protect furniture from fading. Solar roller shades keep the sunlight soft and comfortable, even in rooms with large windows.
Custom solar roller shades are designed to manage the most challenging quality of natural light in Los Angeles: the glare. They reduce heat gain, block UV rays that fade furniture and flooring, and dramatically cut screen glare — all while keeping the view of the city, the garden, or the hills intact. Solar shades are the first recommendation for home offices, living rooms, and any space where residents spend time near glass during daylight hours.
If maintaining the view is less important than blocking outside visibility, see Custom Privacy Roller Shades. For the full overview of roller shade options, visit Custom Roller Shades Los Angeles.
How Solar Shades Work
Solar fabrics are engineered with a specific openness factor — the percentage of open space in the weave. A 1% openness allows very little light through and provides strong glare and UV reduction with minimal view. A 5% openness allows more light and a clearer view with less solar control. A 10% openness is closer to a screen than a shade, maintaining nearly full transparency while still reducing UV exposure. We help clients select the right openness factor based on sun exposure and view priorities.
UV and Heat Protection
Solar shades block a significant percentage of UV rays even at higher openness factors. This protects wood floors, furniture, art, and fabrics from sun damage — a meaningful benefit in Los Angeles where direct sunlight is intense and year-round. Solar shades also reduce heat gain through glass, contributing to cooling efficiency in rooms with south- or west-facing windows.
View Preservation
Unlike privacy or blackout shades, solar shades are specifically designed to maintain outdoor visibility. When lowered, the shade cuts glare and reduces heat while the view remains visible — cities, gardens, and hillside landscapes are retained rather than obscured. This is the primary functional distinction between solar and privacy roller shades.
Motorization
Solar roller shades are among the most commonly motorized window treatments in Los Angeles. Shades can be lowered automatically when the sun hits a specific window, then raised in the evening without manual intervention. We integrate all motorized solar shades with existing smart home systems including Lutron, Somfy, and major home automation platforms.
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faq
What is the openness factor in solar shades?
The openness factor is the percentage of open weave in the solar fabric. A 1% openness provides maximum solar control with a darker view. A 10% openness is nearly transparent with moderate UV protection and a very clear view. Most Los Angeles residential applications use 3% to 5% openness.
Do solar shades keep a room cool?
Solar shades reduce heat gain by blocking a significant percentage of solar radiation before it enters the room. In Los Angeles, solar shades on west- and south-facing windows meaningfully reduce interior temperature during peak afternoon hours and contribute to lower air conditioning costs.
Can you see through solar shades from outside?
Yes — solar shades work in both directions. During the day, people inside can see out and people outside can see in, depending on the openness factor and relative light levels. At night, when interior lights are on, solar shades provide no privacy.
Are solar roller shades good for home offices?
Yes. Solar shades are among the best window treatments for home offices. They cut screen glare significantly, reduce thermal discomfort near windows, and maintain a connection to the outdoors — all while keeping the room bright and productive.
Can solar shades be paired with blackout shades?
Yes. A dual roller system installs two shades on a single bracket — a solar shade for daytime use and a blackout shade for evenings or full light blocking. This is a popular combination in primary bedrooms and home offices in Los Angeles.
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