Screen comfort
Reduce contrast and glare at workstations without blacking out the room.
Scope
What this has to solve.
Daylight retention
Keep rooms bright and connected to the outside.
View
Darker fabrics generally preserve outward visibility best.
Thermal comfort
Reduce direct solar exposure near glass; outcomes vary with glass and orientation.
Solution matrix
By space type.
| Space | Recommendation | Specification note |
|---|---|---|
| South/west open office | 3–5% openness, darker color | Strong glare; consider film too |
| North exposure | Higher openness | Less glare, keep more view |
| Healthcare corridors | Solar with simple controls | Cleanable fabric |
| Classrooms | Solar plus room-darkening for AV | Dual or layered |
Openness factor
Lower openness means more glare control and less view.
Color
Dark interior faces reduce reflections on screens.
Night use
Pair with an opaque layer for after-hours privacy.
Related
Products, industries, and guides.
Frequently asked
Answers for project teams.
What openness should commercial solar shades be?+
It depends on orientation, screens, and view; many glare-heavy elevations use lower openness.
Do solar shades work at night?+
Not for privacy when interiors are brighter than outside.
Do solar shades lower energy costs?+
They can reduce solar exposure, but results depend on glass, orientation, and use; we do not promise savings.
For facilities teams, owners & project teams
Discuss a commercial project.
Describe the building, spaces, and schedule in your request. Plan and scope review is arranged after first contact.