Sunglasses for Your Windows
Solar View specializes in heat and glare reduction and lives by our motto: “See the world in a whole new light.” Our Mylar Shades, known as “Sunglasses for Your Windows™,” deliver exceptional comfort, energy efficiency, and clear outdoor views. Rather than offering cheaply made alternatives, we are committed to providing high-quality, American-made window shades at a fair price. Every Mylar Shade is proudly manufactured in the United States and backed by a limited lifetime warranty for lasting performance and peace of mind.
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MYLAR BEFORE | AFTER
Mylar shades are high-performance window treatments made from multi-layer, aluminum-coated polyester film, often called “sunglasses for windows.” They reduce solar heat gain by up to 80%, block 99% of harmful UV rays, and cut glare by more than 90%. Unlike traditional blinds, Mylar shades maintain clear outdoor views while providing daytime privacy. They also help protect furniture and flooring from UV-induced fading. Ideal for both residential and commercial spaces, Mylar shades deliver comfort, energy efficiency, and year-round solar protection.
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3% WOVEN | 5% WOVEN
Solar Woven Shades provide a soft, muted view to the outdoors while helping control heat, glare, and sunlight. Available in openness factors from 3% to 5%, a tighter weave offers greater solar protection, while a more open weave allows more natural light and heat to enter. Choosing the right color and openness factor helps achieve the ideal balance of energy efficiency, comfort, glare control, and visibility. Light-colored fabrics reflect more solar energy and brighten interiors with diffused natural light, while dark-colored fabrics provide superior glare reduction and clearer outward views, making screens and electronic devices easier to see.
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Reasons to Choose Us
Solar View Window Fashions was established in 1986 and remains family-owned. We are proud to say we reside and do business in the great State of Oklahoma. We specialize in heat and glare reduction and like to say, “See the world in a whole new light.” Our Mylar Shades are “Sunglasses for your windows.” We never sell cheaply made products; we offer quality-made shades at a reasonable price. Our Mylar Shades are made in the United States and have a lifetime limited warranty.
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Easy universal installation brackets makes for a smooth installation.
Our shades are covered by warranty for all manufacturing defects.
Our shades come with a robust guarantee to ensure long-lasting performance and customer satisfaction.
Solar View – Roll Shade Measurement Guidelines
All measurements must be recorded in inches, rounded down to the nearest 1/8 inch.
Round down to the nearest 1/8 inch.
Examples:
Tools Needed
Included Hardware
Mollies/toggles for plaster, drywall, or concrete are not included.
Bracket Notes:
Faber/Benthin universal brackets may be mounted left or right, inside, outside, or on the ceiling. Brackets must be installed perfectly level for proper shade operation.
Standard bracket length: 1 3/8″. Extended length: 2 3/8″.
Inside Measurement (IM) Guidelines
Inside Measurement refers to ordering a shade to be installed inside the window casement. When you provide an IM width, you are giving the exact space within the opening.
The factory will then take precise deductions to ensure the shade, brackets, and rotating control mechanism fit properly.
Round down to the nearest 1/8 inch.
Examples:
Because of these required deductions:
IM shades will ALWAYS have a gap of up to 5/8” on both sides
(± 1/8” depending on tolerances)
This gap is necessary so the shade can raise, lower, and rotate freely.
If you order a shade at:
The shade will be manufactured to fit within that 70” space.
However, due to bracket/mechanism allowances:
This remaining space is the functional “gap” required for operation.
When IM Gaps Are Not Acceptable
If the side gap is visually unacceptable or you need more complete coverage:
Consider an Outside Bracket Mount (OB)
Mounting the shade on the wall, trim, or mullion allows you to add width beyond the window opening and cover more area.
When IM Gaps Are Not Acceptable
If the side gap is visually unacceptable or you need more complete coverage:
Consider an Outside Bracket Mount (OB)
Mounting the shade on the wall, trim, or mullion allows you to add width beyond the window opening and cover more area
Important Ordering Rules
Outside Measurement (OM / OB) Guidelines
Outside Measurements—also referred to as Outside Bracket (OB) measurements—are used when mounting the shade outside the window casement. This includes mounting on:
When you provide an OM/OB measurement, you are giving the exact dimensions you want the shade to cover, based on where the brackets will be installed.
OB measurements are manufactured with NO factory deductions.
The shade will be made exactly to the width and height you order.
This gives you complete control over the final coverage area.
For Outside Mount installations, you can eliminate or reduce light gaps by:
Simply adding extra width to your bracket mounting measurement.
Because the shade sits outside the opening, you can widen the shade beyond the window frame to improve privacy and light control.
Golden Rule for OB Measurements
Always measure to and from the exact points where the brackets will be installed.
This ensures:
