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Exterior Patio Shades in Kansas City

Exterior Patio Shades are an amazing product designed and built to withstand the harsh weather conditions the Kansas City area experiences throughout the year.  Our Solar Shield Exterior Patio Shades aren't just used for basic shade and sun control. They also provide ample privacy, serious wind control, bug and critter protection, and additional protection from the elements such as rain, snow, and ice!  Solar Shield offers industry leading products for outdoor spaces, all while offering the best warranty to protect your investment. Our factory trained Design Techs and Install Techs are skilled at finding creative solutions to make our Exterior Patio Shades work in almost any covered space. Our shades are perfect for covered patios, decks, porches, as well as garage doors, and even mounting to the exterior of your home to offer maximum sun protection to your existing windows.

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Exterior Patio Shade Video Gallery

Videos tell a powerful story about how our Exterior Patio Shades operate, and create protection from the elements. Scroll through many of our completed installations to see how our shades work, and how nice they look after install. Wind Protection, Sun Control, Privacy Protection, Bug Protection, Light Control: are the major benefits of our Exterior Patio Shades.

Exterior Patio Shade Design Options

Hardware Color Options

All of our Exterior Patio Shades come with heavy duty powder coated aluminum hardware for the Headbox, Side Tracks, Bottom Rail, and any spacers or extrusions. We have 5 stock colors to choose from, which work in most cases very well, but we can also create custom colors for our hardware as well. All of our aluminum hardware is backed by a manufacturer lifetime warranty.

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Screen Fabric Options

Choose from a wide range of screen fabrics to find the perfect color and screen openness for your space. Screens are available in 80%, 95%, 97%, 99%, and we even offer fully blackout 0% screen materials. The percentage of openness dictates how much airflow will be blocked, so finding the right balance of sun control and privacy, is just as important as wind reduction. We have a wide range fabrics from Phifer and Twitchell that offer superior solutions for any porch, deck, or patio space. 

The Correct Side Tracks Make All The Difference!

Our Solar Shield Exterior Patio Shades are designed to protect your space against wind. Not all outdoor shades are created equal, and our SA Tracks are one of the things that make our shades stand out, and stand up to the harsh winds that we experience here in the Kansas City area. SA Tracks allow our screen fabrics to flex in strong winds, and also help to tighten the fabric back up when the wind dies down and there's no pressure on the screens. Our ridged powder-coated aluminum tracks provide ample hold and strength during windy conditions, giving you peace of mind that your shades will hold up to the beating that most shades can't. Our SA Tracks also allow the tracks to move inward when trying to lower the shade in windy conditions, preventing common wind related issues like rewraps from happening. Wind is always an important consideration when operating your Exterior Patio Shades, so please make sure you follow the recommendations given by our Install Techs.

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Unique Solutions Using Exterior Patio Shades

Our Retractable Shades Make the PERFECT Garage Screen

If you are looking to make your garage space more comfortable so you can use it as a multipurpose space, then check out our retractable screens. Control bugs, add privacy, block wind, control direct sunlight, all while maintaining your view of the outdoors. Your garage space can be elevated to the next level with our Solar Shield Exterior Patio Shades.

Exterior Patio Shades Installed Over Windows

Mounting a Solar Shield Exterior Patio Shade over the outside of windows on a home can have a major impact on the amount of light control you have inside a home. When direct sunlight is too intense, and you don't want to add interior window treatments, this is an amazing solution. Block out harsh light, add privacy, and keep your view all with one great product! Control your shade day or night with the easy push of a button on your remote control, or your phone using our shade control app.

Indoor Dining While Enjoying the Outdoors

This was a unique project where our client had an overhead garage door installed in their dining room. They wanted to enjoy their space with the door open to let in fresh air, and to experience the outdoors, but they wanted to keep out bugs and critters. Our Tuff Screen bug screen was the perfect solution that allowed them the best of both worlds.

Having Issues With Wind on Your Porch, Deck, or Patio? Watch This!

We've got the ultimate solution for wind on your patio! Watch the wind disappear from this second story deck on a windy day! Our Solar Shield Exterior Patio Shades are the answer for turning off the harsh wind that brings colder air, or rough conditions inside your space. Are you tired of wind rearranging your patio furniture, or sending your cushions over to the neighbors backyard? We've got the perfect solution that still lets you keep your view. This project was in Olathe, KS. We cover the entire KC Metro. We're here to help!

Watch as our Professional Installers add our Exterior Patio Shades to a clients patio space in Kansas City, MO.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • How can I choose the right patio shade for my outdoor space?

    Selecting the right custom exterior patio shade is easy when you call Solar Shield! Our trained Design Techs will come to your space, evaluate your specific needs, and recommend the correct shade option to give you the best solution for your porch, deck, or patio space.


    Contact us for a free consultation!

  • How long does it take to install custom exterior patio shades in Kansas City?

    The standard lead time from our custom exterior patio shades is between 6 and 8 weeks, depending on manufacturing. Once your new shades are ready for install, our team usually completes most installations within one day, but in some cases need a second day to complete. Timeline is discussed in detail during your free in-home consulation. 


    Schedule Now for one of our Design Techs to come measure, go over options, and quote for your project. 

  • What type of custom patio shades do you offer in Kansas City?

    We offer a wide range of exterior patio shade solutions in Kansas City and the surrounding area, including retractable awnings, solar screens, cable guided patio shades, zipper track screens, MagnaTrack Screen systems, Keder Shades, Deck Shades, Garage Screens, Porch Screens, and more. 


    To find out which product would be the best solution for you space, reach out to us and we'll be able to help! 

  • Are your patio shades manually operated or motorized?

    Our custom patio shades are available in both manually operated and motorized options. Choose the traditional manual operation or opt for the convenience of motorized shades for easy control. 


    Track guided shades must be motorized due to the overall weight of the product. But our cable guide systems are able to be manually operated or motorized. 

  • How can I schedule a consultation with Solar Shield?

    Scheduling a consultation with us is easy. Simply fill out our contact form with your project details or schedule a free consultation through our website. We'll promptly arrange a call to discuss your project needs. Or, if you're ready to select a date and time for your meeting, go ahead and use our online scheduling tool here: Schedule Now!

  • Can your exterior patio shades withstand storms and strong winds?

    Yes, absolutely! Our patio shades are created with heavy-duty, sturdy materials that can withstand storms and strong winds. They are a durable solution to protect your outdoor spaces, ensuring performance and longevity in challenging weather conditions.

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