4 Reasons Why Custom Solar Shades Help Even in the Winter

Wessco Blinds • January 9, 2026

It’s easy to think of solar shades as a solution for warm weather and hot, summer sunshine. However, these shades are also a wise investment for the colder months. Winter sun can be low and intense, streaming directly into windows and causing damage, even on the shortest winter days. Custom solar shades help protect against the downsides of natural sunlight while maximizing winter light to fill your home with a soft glow.

A woman standing at her window, in need of solar shades, where winter sunlight shines through

Our Wessco Blinds team is here to share four reasons why quality solar shades from premium brands like Hunter Douglas are a great addition to your home, even in the colder months.

1. UV Damage

Have you ever gone outside for a fun snow day only to come back with a sunburn? Just because the sun is weaker in the winter doesn’t mean its rays are any less damaging from constant exposure. This exposure may cause your flooring and furnishings to fade over time.

No matter the season, Hunter Douglas Designer Solar Shades reduce glare and block harmful UV exposure to help keep your home’s interiors protected. This fact makes them a particularly smart choice for rooms that receive strong afternoon sun, especially living areas and areas with large windows.

2. Views and Light Control

Protecting against damaging UV rays doesn’t mean your home becomes cloaked in shade. One of the benefits of custom solar shades is that they filter light while allowing for daytime views.

Whether your home faces gorgeous views or a bustling city, you can flood your space with soft light while enjoying watching the world beyond your window.

3. Varying Opacities

While every shade offers some light control, Designer Solar Shades provides various levels of light control. In fact, with five different opacity levels available, these shades allow you to control precisely how much light enters a space.

Since different rooms require varying levels of light and shade, these custom solar shades give you the freedom to tailor your window treatments for living rooms, primary bedrooms, home offices, and media rooms.

4. Smart Operation

Whether you have small windows or large, hard-to-reach windows, constantly adjusting your solar shades may feel like a chore. Fortunately, Hunter Douglas Designer Solar Shades are compatible with the state-of-the-art PowerView® Automation.

With this system, homeowners can schedule their shades to adjust on a timetable or adjust them in real time via an app, remote control, or even their voice. Completely cordless, this system brings convenience and safety to modern homes.

Shop Solar Window Shades Near Seattle, WA, at Wessco Blinds

Even though the sun is at its weakest during the winter, it can still cause glare and UV damage over time. By adding solar shades to your home, you can maximize that winter sunshine without any of the downsides. If you’re ready to learn more about these custom solar shades or are curious why you should shop local for your new window treatments, our team can’t wait to connect with you.

Contact us online or call (206) 285-5455 to get in touch with our design team and discuss Hunter Douglas Designer Solar Shades.

Wessco Blinds proudly serves the greater Seattle, WA, area, including Bellevue, Edmonds, Kirkland, Shoreline, and Mercer Island.

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