Desert Window Treatments for Patios

In the Coachella Valley, our homes often include indoor/outdoor entertaining areas like enclosed patios, covered porches, and other spaces that connect outside with large windows and sliding doors. In the desert heat and dry, the best window treatments for these areas reduce heat and glare, provide comfort, and uphold the luxe aesthetic. 

At Ivan’s Blinds and More in La Quinta, California, we can help you find custom patio screen shades and awnings that are ideal for your indoor/outdoor spaces. Learn how patio shades can benefit your home and about our top recommendations.

Hot temperatures and the sun’s UV rays can fade your belongings and make surfaces like furniture uncomfortable. Adding the right window treatments creates UV protection and shade, which actively lowers the temperature. It also protects your furnishings and makes entertaining and relaxing more comfortable, which means you can use and enjoy your exterior-facing spaces more more. Coverings like awnings for patios can also help regulate temperature indoors, so it won’t make your air conditioner kick into full gear to lower the temperature back down quite as easily.

.Other benefits include:

• Reducing direct sunlight.
• Blocking UV light so you’re less likely to burn and your belongings won’t fade as fast.
• Extending living space so you can comfortably take entertaining outside.
• Reducing dust and bugs.
• Increasing privacy. You can enjoy time outside without worrying who’s watching.
• Cutting down on glare.

Shades that work great for blackout and room darkening are also great for controlling temperature. We recommend cellular shades because they fit close to the window to muffle noise and block heat exchange and light.

Solar screen shades make the best choice for your desert window treatments. These block 91% or more of UV rays while still allowing a clear, open view, just like with tinting on your car’s windows. They’re also ideal for patios and porches because they’re easy to wash and maintain.

Hunter Douglas Designer Solar Shades are fully customizable. You can:

• Select from over 180 fabrics. 
• Choose sustainable options, like shades made from marine-rescued plastics and recycled yarn. 
• Add a dust cover to further reduce dust and dirt, and make them easier to clean.
• Choose from 5 fabric opacities to get the light control and privacy you desire.
• Add decorative accents and room darkening liners.

These are child-safe, pet-safe, and easy to operate with a beaded loop or our push-up/pull-down system.

At Ivan’s Blinds and More, we carry custom, luxury window treatments designed for your home and your home alone. We take your color palette, needs, and goals, and help you find selections that upgrade your home.

We know that near La Quinta, California, protection for the windows in your home allows you to have a comfortable, enjoyable time outdoors. In addition to window treatments, we carry residential window film for additional blocking and energy control.

Request a consultation by calling (760) 777-7670 or completing our contact form. Visit our location in La Quinta. We proudly serve the greater Coachella Valley, CA.