Sunset Custom Blinds & Spas supplies and installs exterior blinds throughout Nelson, BC and the Kootenay region. Exterior shades block heat and UV before they reach your windows, keeping your home cooler and protecting furniture from sun damage. They’re also ideal for creating comfortable outdoor living spaces on patios, decks, and porches.
Our exterior blinds feature cable guides or zip track systems that keep the fabric stable in wind – essential for our Kootenay conditions. Choose from Multi-Shades for window applications or heavy-duty Zip Shades for larger openings like patios and garages. Motorized and manual options available.
Multi-Shades
Multi-Shades are our top-of-the-line exterior window shade. The woven PVC-covered polyester fabric sits inside aluminum housing that mounts to your wall or under eaves. Cable guides keep the shade stable in wind, and the 5% openness fabric blocks UV and heat while still allowing you to see out.
Perfect for high-sun-exposure windows, porches, and gazebos. Available in motorized or manual operation.
Zip Shades
Zip Shades use a sealed track system rated for winds up to 80 mph – the most wind-resistant option we offer. They’re ideal for enclosing patios, screening garage openings, or protecting large window walls. Available in widths up to 20 feet and multiple fabric options with varying openness levels and colours.
Motorized or manual operation available. We also offer roller shutter doors for garages and commercial applications.
Why Exterior Shades
Interior blinds block light after it's already entered your home and converted to heat. Exterior shades stop solar gain before it gets inside, reducing cooling costs and protecting your interior from UV damage. For Kootenay homes with south or west-facing windows, exterior shades make a noticeable difference in summer comfort.
Contact us for a free consultation and quote. We serve Nelson, Trail, Castlegar, Cranbrook, and throughout Southeastern BC
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