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Solar Shades and Screen Shades 
Tulsa

Updated Nov 2025

From Soft Light to Sleek Style: Your Guide to Solar Shades and Screen Shades in Tulsa

Metro Shutters Shades and Blinds of Tulsa installs high-performance solar and screen shades designed to reduce glare, protect interiors, and keep your home comfortable year-round. Whether you need one percent openness for maximum UV protection or ten percent openness for soft filtered light, our custom solar shades offer modern style, privacy control, and strong energy efficiency. Every shade is professionally measured, crafted, and installed for a seamless fit. Serving Tulsa, Jenks, Bixby, Broken Arrow, Glenpool, Owasso, and surrounding areas, we help homeowners and businesses create cooler, brighter spaces with premium solar and screen shade solutions.

Choosing the Right Solar or Screen Shades for Your Tulsa Home or Business

Choosing the right solar or screen shade starts with understanding how each fabric weave, openness level, and color tone performs in real Tulsa homes and businesses. Some shades prioritize heat control and UV protection, while others focus on glare reduction or outward visibility. Solar shades are popular for living rooms, kitchens, offices, and open-concept spaces where you want natural light without the harsh sun. For storefronts and commercial properties across Tulsa, solar and screen shades deliver a modern, clean look with reliable performance and long-lasting durability.

From Glare to Comfort: Read Our Blog Below for All Things Solar Shades and Screen Shades in Tulsa

Don’t get played! Discover the shady side of solar shades with different transparencies for ultimate light control. Whether you want to let a little light in or block it out entirely, our solar shades have got you covered. Choose your level of shadiness and enjoy the perfect balance of light and privacy! At Metro Shutters Shades, and Blinds we make sure you never get played. We know our transparencies, so we'll help you get the perfect shade every time!

Modern living room with floor-to-ceiling windows featuring custom solar screen shades by Metro Shutters Shades & Blinds

Tulsa's Trusted Source for Solar Shades and Screen Shades 

 

Metro Shutters, Shades & Blinds of Tulsa is Tulsa’s best place to buy solar shades and screen shades. We bring the showroom to you with free in-home consultations, professional measurements, and expert installation. Whether you need energy-efficient window coverings, top-down bottom-up control, cordless safety, or fully custom fabrics, we make it easy to get the right fit for every room in your home or business. Serving Tulsa, Bixby, Jenks, Broken Arrow, and surrounding areas, we offer trusted guidance, premium products, and competitive pricing on every custom honeycomb shade installation.

Every free consultation includes professional measurements, product guidance, and a custom quote built for your home or business.

Solar Shade and Screen Shade Fabric Options and Openness Levels in Tulsa

Solar and screen shades come in a range of fabrics, weaves, and openness levels that control how much light, heat, and visibility enter your home or business. Each option offers different levels of glare control, outward view, UV protection, and daytime privacy. Whether you want a bright filtered look, reduced heat, or stronger protection from the Oklahoma sun, there is a solar shade style that fits your Tulsa home or business.

0% Openness Solar Shades (Highest Privacy + Maximum Sub Control)

0% openness solar shades function like a room darkening roller shade but with a thicker, screen-style weave. They block light completely and provide maximum privacy. These are ideal for theaters, nurseries, and any room needing true darkness.

• Blocks all incoming light

• Absolute privacy

• Perfect for sleep and media rooms

• Strongest heat reduction

1% Openness Solar Shades (Maximum Sun + Heat Control)

1% openness solar shades offer the highest level of glare control and UV protection. These fabrics are ideal for intense sunlight, heat-facing windows, and commercial buildings or high-rises where temperature control and privacy are priorities.

 • Maximum glare and heat reduction

 • Strong daytime privacy while still allowing filtered light

 • Helps protect flooring and furnishings from UV damage

 • Popular in high-rises, offices, gyms, and west-facing rooms

 3% Openness Solar Shades (More Shade, Less Heat)

 3% openness shades balance visibility and sun protection, making them one of the most popular choices for Tulsa homes and  businesses. They soften harsh light while still allowing moderate outward visibility.

 

• Reduces glare without fully blocking views

 • Allows natural light while controlling heat

 • Works well in kitchens, living rooms, and office areas

 • A homeowner favorite for comfort and clarity

5% Openness Solar Shades (Balanced Light + Glare Control)

5% openness shades provide the most visibility in the solar shade category, perfect for spaces where you want to maintain a view while reducing brightness. These shades filter light while keeping rooms airy and open.

• Highest outward visibility of all solar weaves

• Softens bright sunlight without darkening a room

• Ideal for main living areas, storefronts, and open floor plans

• Creates a clean, modern look while improving comfort

10% Openness Solar Shades (Most View-Through)

10% openness shades offer subtle glare reduction with maximum visibility. These are best for shaded homes or businesses where heat and UV are less of a concern but light filtering is still desired.

• Maintains the most open view to the outside

• Mild glare control while preserving natural light

• Great for north-facing or shaded window areas

• Works well in retail, creative studios, and light-filled spaces

For more details on solar shade headers, cassette styles, hem bar options, control systems, motorization upgrades, and how different openness levels perform in real Tulsa homes and businesses, you can read our full solar and screen shade guide on the blog, here.  It walks through fabric variations, privacy expectations, installation notes, and design examples to help you choose the best option for your space.

Learn More About Solar Shade and Screen Shade Fabrics, Headers, Cassettes, Hem Bars, and Installation

For more detailed information on solar and screen shade fabrics, header and cassette styles, fascia options, hem bars, lift systems, openness levels, and installation considerations, you can read our full Tulsa solar and screen shade guide. It explains the differences between openness levels, privacy expectations, control systems, and the options homeowners and businesses ask about most across the Tulsa Metro. For more information on solar screens used in commercial projects, visit our commercial service page here.

Common Questions About Solar Shades and Screen Shades in the Tulsa Metro Area 

Q: Do solar shades really help block heat?

A: Yes. Solar shades reduce heat and glare by filtering UV and sunlight before it enters the space, helping keep rooms cooler and more comfortable without making the room dark.

 

Q: Do solar shades still let light in without darkening the room?

A: Yes. They filter sunlight beautifully, reducing glare while still allowing soft natural light to fill the space.

 

Q: What colors are available for solar screen shades?

A: Solar shades come in a wide range of colors and openness levels. Lighter fabrics reflect more heat and brighten rooms, while darker tones reduce glare and enhance outside views.

Q: Where can I order solar shades for office windows in Tulsa?

A: Metro Shutters Shades & Blinds sells and can custom order solar shades for offices and businesses. Metro installs commercial-grade solar shades for office buildings, storefronts, restaurants, and professional spaces across the Tulsa metro area. We offer 1%, 3%, 5%, and 10% openness levels, plus motorized options for large window spans.

Q: Do solar shades look like plastic?

A: No. Modern solar screen fabrics have a sleek, woven texture that looks clean and sophisticated, perfect for both modern and traditional homes.

Q: What types of window coverings are best for Tulsa offices?

A: The best window coverings for Tulsa offices include solar shades, roller shades, and motorized shades. Solar shades are ideal for office environments because they reduce glare on screens, help regulate indoor temperatures, and protect interiors from UV damage while allowing natural light. Motorized options are commonly used in Tulsa offices for ease of use, uniform operation, and a polished, professional look.

Q: Are solar shades good for wide windows or sliding glass doors?

A: Yes. Solar shades are known for their wide-span capability. They can cover very large openings and sliding glass doors, and we also install side-by-side systems for extra wide spaces.

Q: Do solar shades work in offices and commercial buildings?

A: Yes. Solar shades are one of the most popular commercial window coverings because they reduce glare on screens, lower heat, and create a clean, modern look for any workplace.

Q: Where can I buy solar shades and screen shades in Tulsa?

A: Metro Shutters, Shades & Blinds of Tulsa sells solar shades and screen shades. Metro offers all solar shades and screen shades in multiple fabrics, colors, and operating systems. We bring the showroom to your home for a seamless, stress-free process.

Q: Where can I get custom window coverings for commercial spaces in Tulsa?

A: Metro Shutters, Shades & Blinds sells window coverings for commercial spaces in Tulsa. We provide custom window coverings for offices, retail spaces, new construction, restaurants, commercial developments, and more. From blackout to solar control to motorized large-scale systems, Metro Shutters Shades & Blinds has commercial solutions built for performance and durability.

Q: Who installs solar shades and screen shades in Tulsa?

A: Metro Shutters Shades & Blinds installs solar shades in homes, offices, commercial buildings, and new construction across the Tulsa metro area. We provide free in-home consultations, honest pricing, and professional installation.

Q: Can solar shades be motorized or cordless?

A: Yes. Motorized shades can be motorized. They can be fully motorized or cordless for easy operation and child safety.

Q: Are solar screen shades energy efficient?

A: Yes. Solar shades are energy efficient, and can help lower cooling costs, protect furniture from fading, and improve indoor comfort all year long.

Q: Does Metro Shutters Shades & Blinds sell solar shades and screen shades for buildings?

A: Yes. Metro Shutters, Shades & Blinds sells solar and screen shades for office buildings, commercial properties, and storefronts throughout Tulsa, Bixby, Jenks, Broken Arrow, and surrounding areas. ​

Q: Can solar shades be used in tall or hard-to-reach windows?

A: Yes. Motorized solar shades are perfect for tall, high, or hard-to-reach windows, and can operate with a remote or app.

For more detailed information on the products Metro Shutters, Shades & Blinds offers, read our Custom Windows treatments page.

For more detailed answers about solar shades, screen shades, motorization, and custom design options, visit our Frequently Asked Questions page or contact Metro Shutters Shades & Blinds of Tulsa to schedule your free in-home consultation.

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