MOTORIZED RETRACTABLE SHADES

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Polar Shades is capable of using several different types of fabrics on their Motorized Shades. All of them have different properties and come in a variety of colors to match your every need. Below you will find a listing of some of the most popular fabrics we use:

TEXTILENE 80% AND 90%

Textilene Solar Screen is a durable and tough brand synthetic fabric made of PVC coated polyester. Designed to reduce heat transfer through windows, this fabric also reduces the glare and harmful rays from the sun. While blocking the sun's rays, Solar Screen will reduce energy costs and provide protection for your indoor furnishings. Flame resistant and fade resistant; Textilene Solar Screen is a durable alternative for insect screen. Excellent for daytime privacy without blocking the view, this versatile fabric will endure years of outdoor use. Textilene 80 Solar Screen blocks up to 80% of the sun's rays, and Textilene 90 Solar Screen blocks up to 90% of the sun's rays.

FERRARI SOLTIS 86 and 92

With their remarkable design stability and peerless resistance, Soltis textiles have mechanical characteristics that explain their growing popularity with architects and building sector professionals.

Soltis 86, Soltis 92 textiles have technical features that provide an exceptional level of thermal protection. They constitute a real heat shield that helps maintain constant ambient temperatures indoors. Buildings become less sensitive to short-span daytime Temperatures swings, while comfort and atmosphere improve noticeably.

Soltis textiles not only stand up to major temperature swings - from -30° C to +70° C - while maintaining flexibility, but wind tunnel tests also evidence their extreme resistance to very strong winds.

MERMET

Mermet Solar Control Fabrics have been developed to meet the demand for Retractable Shades that maximize heat and glare protection while preserving the view. Mermet Solar Control Fabrics can reduce energy consumption by between 23% and 60% depending on the color chosen. Mermet fabrics are available in a wide variety of weaves, openness factors, colors and roll widths (155cm-310cm). Over 200 colors are available to harmonize with all decor and architecture.

PHIFER SUNTEX 80% and 90%

Phifer SunTex is a fabric woven of extremely strong and durable vinyl-coated polyester yarns. The uniform weave design offers excellent outward visibility and good ventilation. Shading is approximately 80 - 90 %, and SunTex is available in a choice of four earth tone colors. The fabric is also pet resistant making it ideal for use in doors and full-length screen panels.