These heat-resistant solar blinds are an ideal addition to porches, patios, sunrooms, decks, gazebos, 3-season rooms, and other outdoor living spaces.
You can also hang them on the exteriors of windows for a seamless blend of function and style.
These high-end designer quality light filtering shades are energy efficient and easy to install.
Order a modern, functional solar roller shade with a variety of options - made in 1 day!
What is the 14% Openness Factor?
Openness factor (OF) is a common term used to describe the tightness of the weave of solar screen fabrics. Opacity level or openness percentage shows how tightly the yarn is woven.
In exterior solar roller shades with 14% openness level, the fabric is loosely woven to allow more light to sail into your outdoor living space.
These window covers are an ideal choice for outdoor recreational spots, as they provide best visibility with significant privacy and glare rejection.
Why Choose Outdoor Solar Rollers 14% Openness
Weather-Resistant Fabrics
Our 14% openness outdoor solar roller shades are made from superior-quality weather-resistant fabrics. They offer an all-season sun shade solution in all types of outdoor spaces, ranging from porches to swimming pools.
3 Control Options
- Cordless Spring Roller: Has a spring inside the metal roller tube that allows you to raise and lower the shade simply by the bottom hem. (Min Width 18" Max Height 72")
- Outdoor Continuous Cord Loop: An easy to use beaded chain to raise and lower the outdoor roll-up solar shade. Choose between Vinyl or Metal beaded chain options at no additional cost (Min Width 12" Max Height 94")
- Motorized with Wireless Remote: Makes positioning your ‘solars’ a snap. Select 6 or 16 channels to control multiple shades with the same remote! (Min Width 23" / Max Height 94")
2 Roll-up Styles
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Standard Roll: Fabric rolls off the front of the roller (away from the window).
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Reverse Roll: Fabric rolls off the back of the roller (closest to the window).
Lower Average Sale Price
The average sale price of 14% openness solar roller shades ranges from $54 for a 24 x 24” window size to $131 for a 72 x 108” window. So, you can get high-quality sun shades at much lower prices than competitors.
However, add-ons, like automatic lift, valance, blackout liner will add to the cost of these outdoor shades.
Alternatives to 14% Open Solar Rollers
- 5% openness solar roller blinds
- 7% to 10% openness exterior solar shades (the best option for balanced UV control, view, glow, and privacy)
- Sheer shades (light filtering, room darkening, and blackout options)
- 1% openness solar roll-up shades (the highest level of UV damage control and privacy)
Key Considerations
- Sizing: Order your exact size of outdoor space with true width and height (e.g. 72 x 108”).
- Extra Width & Height for Overlap or Extra Coverage: Consider adding 2 to 4 inches to each width and height for overlap or extra coverage.
- Blackout Liner: Add a blackout liner to create a layered effect and to improve light control and privacy of your exterior solar roller shades.
- Cassette Valance: Add a cassette valance to cover the top of the roller section for a cleaner, more modern visual interest.
- Optional External Decorative Hem Bar: Add a sleeker finishing touch to your exterior solar blind. Available in the same colors as the cassette valance (when ordered together) to give your outdoor window treatment a cleaner, more harmonious look.
- Sample: Get a free sample to see how printed woven fabrics look and work in your unique decor settings before finally selecting and buying a custom-made product.
Additional Benefits
Buy this product here at Affordableblinds.com and get:
- Up to 70% discounts
- Free Shipping throughout the contiguous United States at no cost to you
- 110% best price guarantee.
- 100% Worry-Free Fit: We’ll take up part of the cost to get your problem resolved, if you mismeasure your window.
- A Free Lifetime Guarantee
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee with 5-star customer care
Installation Time
Quick: 12 to 15 minutes
Shipping Information
Shipped from San Diego, CA.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best openness for solar shades?
7% or 10% are well-known as the best openness percentages for solar shades to preserve good view of outside, get soft natural glow, protect your possessions from damaging UV rays, and keep prying eyes away from your porch, pergola, swimming pool, etc.
What is the openness percentage for solar shades?
The most common openness percentages for solar shades range from 1% to 14%. Popular choices in this range include 3%, 5%, 7%, and 10%.
In rare cases, outdoor solar roller shades come with 17% and 32% openness factors, meaning they will block out about 68% of the UV rays, while allowing the remaining 32 percent to sail into your outdoor space.
Can you see through 5% solar shades at night?
No, you can’t see through 5% solar shades at night when lights are on in your room or porch, but passers-by can see in. The exact opposite is true during the day. To make them non-see-through at night, you’ll need to pair them with a blackout fabric.
What is the openness of Coolaroo shades?
Coolaroo outdoor sun shades are made from fabrics with different tightness/looseness levels or openness factors, ranging from 5% to 15%.
Need More Help?
Still not sure which fabric weave, color, and opacity level to choose when shopping for outdoor solar roller shades for your porch, patio, or pergola? Use 24/7 live chat or give us a call at (800) 863-6109 to contact our design consultants for further help.
