Exterior sunscreening from VELUX
Enhance the functionality of your roof windows with VELUX shutters. These skylight shades are designed to provide effective protection against the sun’s harsh rays, keeping your home cool during the hot weather. They are built to last and rigorously tested under extreme conditions to ensure complete weather resistance and longevity.
VELUX exterior shitter reduce noise from rain on the windowpane by up to 50% and insulates from excess cold for a more comfortable and energy-efficient home year-round.
How to choose the right VELUX shutters for your home
To determine the best shutters for your space, there are several factors to consider, including room type, window configuration, and accessibility. You should also decide whether you want to block light, repel heat or improve privacy.
If there are several reasons why you want to install shutters, many of our products are multi-purpose. For example, the VELUX anti-heat blackout shutters block out light and protect against heat.
Types of shutters and awning blinds
Whether you want to create a dark, tranquil environment for a good night's sleep, or want to dim your living room lights for a cosy evening, VELUX shutters and awning blinds have you covered. Discover the different types of shutters and awning blinds here to find the best option for your home.
Anti-heat blackout shutters
The anti-heat blackout shutters offer the highest level of heat protection and total darkness. Crafted from durable aluminium, these shutters are ideal for bedrooms, ensuring a serene and cool environment to promote sleep.
Anti-heat blackout blinds
Our anti-heat blackout blinds are another excellent choice, combining heat protection and light-blocking capabilities. These soft shutters are made from durable polyester fabric – the ideal solution for bedrooms requiring ultimate control over light and temperature.
Anti-heat blinds
The anti-heat blinds provide heat protection while preserving your view and reducing glare. They are perfect for your living room or home office, where you need some natural light and cool temperatures. The transparent mesh fabric makes them a subtle addition to your roof windows without compromising on functionality.
You’ll also find VELUX shutters and blinds for flat roof windows and new generation glass roof lights (CFU/CVU). These specialised designs provide the same great heat protection and dimmed light in any room while ensuring the perfect fit on VELUX flat roof windows and skylights.
The benefits of VELUX shutters
As well as protecting your home from excess heat and sunlight, VELUX shutters have several other benefits, from easy installation to automatic operation and smart home controls.
1. Easy installation
You can install the anti-heat blackout blind from inside the room. The blinds require no electrical connection so you don't have to run any cables. It can be done in less than an hour if the VELUX roof window is accessible and under optimal installation conditions. It will not affect your interior design.
Our shutters are maintenance-free and can be combined with insect screens to keep out pests while you enjoy your open roof windows.
2. Automatic operation
At VELUX, we offer several options to suit your requirements, including:
- Solar-powered shutters. If you have a manual or solar-powered roof window, you can install solar-powered shutters. No additional wiring is required, thanks to the built-in solar panels, making installation easy.
- Electric shutters. Our electric roller shutters connect directly to VELUX electric roof windows.
3. Intelligent home control
Upgrade your VELUX shutters with our intelligent home solutions. Whether you’re looking for remote-controlled blinds or integrated smart controls for windows, shutters and blinds, we have you covered.
The VELUX Touch ready-to-use wall switch allows easy operation of VELUX electric or solar-powered from anywhere in the room. Alternatively, automate your heat and light controls with VELUX ACTIVE, letting you adjust your windows, shutters and blinds at the touch of a button. Looking for a fully remote option? Discover VELUX App Control.
Find VELUX shutters for roof windows
Struggling to find the right shutters for your home? Speak to our VELUX Design Advisors, who will guide you through the design process, ensuring you choose the ideal products to suit your needs.
