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Custom Solar Shades

Southern California’s clear skies have a downside: harsh summer sun.
It blasts through south and west-facing windows, raising the heat, damaging interiors, washing out TV screens, and causing general discomfort.

You could close the curtains all the way, but then you’d be in darkness and lose the view that inspired you to buy your home.

So what’s the solution?

We recommend solar shades.

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What Are Solar Shades?

Solar shades allow light to filter through while blocking harmful UV rays. This protects your furniture and flooring from fading.
They use a tightly woven special material that reflects heat and light. When sunlight hits the shade, it’s partially absorbed and diffused, reducing glare and heat gain without sacrificing your view. Different opacity levels, from sheer to blackout, enable varying levels of light control.

Solar shades offer a balance. They provide privacy while admitting natural light, making them ideal for sunny climates. This unique functionality enhances comfort and contributes to energy efficiency in your home.

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Benefits of Solar Shades

  • UV Protection: Solar shades block harmful ultraviolet rays. They protect your skin and prevent damage to furniture, flooring, and artwork.
  • Glare Reduction: Solar shades scatter sunlight and significantly reduce glare on screens and other reflective surfaces.
  • Energy Efficiency: These shades help to regulate indoor temperatures by reflecting heat away during the warmer months.
  • Natural Light: Unlike most curtains, solar shades allow natural light to enter while preserving your view. They create a bright and inviting environment without compromising comfort.
  • Privacy Control: They provide some privacy during the day while allowing you to enjoy the outdoors.
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Customizing Your Solar Shades

We can tailor your solar shades can be tailored to fit your exact specifications.

  • Material Selection: Fabrics include different weaves, textures, and colors to complement your interior decor while achieving the desired light control and UV protection level.
  • Opacity Levels: Opacities range from sheer to semi-opaque or blackout, allowing the perfect balance between natural light and privacy in each room.
  • Size and Shape: Customized shades can fit any window shape or size, including skylights and other unusual configurations.
  • Mounting Options: Inside mounts offer a sleek look within the window frame, while outside mounts can enhance light coverage and provide a more dramatic effect.
  • Operational Mechanisms: Choose from various mechanisms, including standard cords, cordless options, motorization, and smart home integration.
  • Valances and Cornices: Add a valance or cornice to enhance the aesthetic of your shades and hide hardware.
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Hunter Douglas® Solar Shades

Aero Shade is a certified dealer of Hunter Douglas window treatments. Hunter Douglas has set the standard for premium window treatments for many years.

Hunter Douglas solar shades stand out in the market due to their exceptional quality and high-end design features.

Crafted from premium materials, these shades provide excellent UV protection while enhancing the visual appeal of your living spaces. The manufacturer’s meticulous attention to detail ensures that each shade meets rigorous standards for durability and performance.

Customizable options include:

  • Exclusive fabrics and textures that exude a feeling of luxury.
  • Patented operating systems that integrate seamlessly with smart home technologies.
  • Energy-efficient designs that reduce utility costs.
  • Limited lifetime guarantee covering defects in materials, workmanship, or failure of the operating mechanisms.

Please contact us today for a free estimate, and let us help you find the perfect solar shades for your home or business.

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Installation & Follow-up: What to Expect

  • Our sales staff will make an appointment to install your window treatments.
  • We’ll install your window treatments to the highest standards and show you how to operate and maintain them.
  • We view our relationship with you as permanent. If ever you experience a problem with our products, we’ll do our utmost to repair them.
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Why Choose Aero Shade?

  • We specialize in window treatments and can deliver the best possible results for your home or office.
  • We've been in business since 1947.
  • We're family-owned and 100% committed to customer satisfaction.
  • Our window treatments for luxury homes have been featured in lifestyle and design magazines.
  • We've installed blinds and shades for USC, UCLA, the Long Beach and Los Angeles Unified School Districts, and several Fortune 500 corporations.
  • Our prices are reasonable. All estimates are free.
  • We're an authorized dealer of the high-quality Hunter Douglas and Lutron brands.
  • Our customer relationship continues after the installation. If you ever have a problem with an Aero Shade window treatment, we'll do our best to fix it.