Exterior (Heat protection)

VELUX exterior sunscreens are the best solution for keeping heat from entering your home and causing overheating.

Anti-heat blinds and shutters can reduce indoor temperatures with up to 5 degrees* because they block the sun’s rays before they reach your windows. This significantly reduces the amount of heat entering your space, ensuring a comfortable indoor climate.

For added comfort, pair exterior sunscreens with interior blinds.

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*Source: Average result from VELUX 2023 study across 28 European countries. Model with the most sold energy-efficient VELUX IGU (e.g. GGL 66) on two VELUX roof windows (e.g. MK06) during summer (e.g. July-August 2023)

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Anti-heat blackout shutter

VELUX anti-heat blackout shutters offer the best in heat protection, blackout and winter insulation. They're ideal for bedrooms. Hard aluminium shield.

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Anti-heat blackout blind

VELUX anti-heat blackout blinds provide great protection against heat. You can also use these soft shutters to blackout bedrooms. Durable light-tight polyester fabric.

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Anti-heat blinds

The VELUX anti-heat blinds provide good heat protection, preserve your view and reduce glare. Ideal for living rooms and home offices. Transparent mesh fabric.

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Anti-heat blinds for flat roof windows

This anti-heat blind for flat roof windows provides heat protection and dims lights.

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Anti-heat blinds for New Generation flat roof windows

The VELUX anti-heat blind for the New Generation glass roof lights provides heat protection and dim lights. Ideal for living rooms. Suitable for New Generation glass roof lights CFU/CVU.

Enjoy your favourite spaces in any weather

Prevent overheatingUp to 96% heat reduction

Energy savingsBetter insulation during the colder months

Optimal blackoutEnjoy better sleep day and night

Reinforced securityDesigned to withstand burglary attempts

Noise reductionReduces noise from rain and hail

Increase your home comfort with blinds and shutters

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VELUX ACTIVE with NETATMO

VELUX ACTIVE is a smart home solution that monitors temperature, humidity and CO₂ levels, and ventilates the room to keep your indoor climate nice and healthy.

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Translucent roller blinds

The VELUX translucent roller blind gives you privacy while still letting in natural light in rooms where you don't need total blackout.

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Nature collection - blackout roller blinds

Our new Nature Collection blinds are primarily made from recycled materials, which halves their carbon footprint compared to other blinds collections.

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Insect screen

Enjoy the fresh air without unwanted visitors. Perfect for kitchens and bedrooms.

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Frequently asked questions about our exterior sunscreens

Why are exterior sunscreens best for heat protection?

During summer, attics can quickly become uncomfortably hot. Our exterior heat protection blinds and shutters reduce indoor temperatures because they block the sun's rays before they hit the window panes.

VELUX heat protection blinds provide shading from the outside while still allowing ample daylight into the room. This solution is perfect for areas like home offices, living rooms and even bathrooms, where you want to reduce glare and heat, but want to maintain natural light and a view of the outdoors.

For south-facing roof windows, we advise opting for comprehensive protection with Anti-heat blackout shutters. With its durable aluminium design, it provides superior heat protection, thermal insulation during the cold months, complete blackout functionality and resistance to break-ins – all with no maintenance. It's the ultimate pick for anyone looking to sustainably keep their home cool, dark and comfortable, no matter the season.

When should I choose a VELUX Anti-heat blackout blind?

Choose the VELUX Anti-heat blackout blind if you seek both effective heat protection and darkening for your attic rooms. Ready-to-use wall-switch included for electrical operation, offering convenience alongside sustainability due to its solar drive, enabling comfortable living in the attic.

How does the anti-heat blackout blind differentiate from the anti-heat blind?

The anti-heat blackout blind features a blackout fabric, ensuring complete darkness and effective heat reduction. This combi product makes it the ideal choice for bedrooms, children’s rooms and guest rooms, where creating a comfortable environment for optimal sleep is important. In contrast, the anti-heat blind utilises a transparent mesh fabric, allowing daylight to enter the living spaces while reducing solar radiation. This maintains a clear view outside.

How do you install Anti-heat blinds on the roof window?

The type of installation depends on the window type .If your roof windows are within reach, they can be installed easily from the inside.

For peace of mind, opt for a VELUX-certified installer to assist with your installation needs. Our certified professionals offer personalized guidance to help you select the ideal solution, coordinate delivery logistics, and oversee the installation process. Reach out to our certified installers for tailored advice and a complimentary quote.

How can I operate the exterior sunscreening products?

Anti-heat blinds and shutters for roof windows offer three operation options: manual, solar-powered, and electric.

VELUX manual anti-heat blinds, equipped with hooks, allow for effortless manual operation by hand, making them ideal for windows easily accessible within reach and a great choice for retrofits and DIY projects.

Solar-Powered blinds and shutters offer a convenient remote control, allowing you to operate your blinds from anywhere in the room with ease. Choose solar-powered VELUX blinds and shutters for either manual or solar-powered VELUX roof windows. The installation process is simple and does not require any wiring.

Electric Operation: Control your blinds and shutters from anywhere in the room with the user-friendly wall switch. Choose electrically operated VELUX blinds tailored specifically for your electrically operated VELUX roof windows.

Are exterior blinds and shutters durable in different weather conditions, including harsh ones?

Our exterior heat protection blinds and shutters are designed to withstand various weather conditions, including heavy summer rain, thunderstorms, and storms. Many customers choose to keep their blinds and shutters extended throughout the summer without concern. Rest assured, nothing impedes the effectiveness of heat protection for your roof window.

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What are VELUX anti-heat blinds?

VELUX anti-heat blinds are superior when it comes to heat protection solutions. As opposed to interior blinds, they block the sun’s rays before they hit the window pane, reducing heat build-up in any room by up to 78%.

An anti-heat blind is an easy solution for managing excessive heat and keeping an optimal indoor temperature year-round.

Explore VELUX anti-heat solutions

VELUX roof windows come in a wide range of styles with several different features, so you can choose a solution that suits your needs.

Roller shutters

VELUX roller shutters are made of durable, maintenance-free aluminium and can withstand all-weather conditions. These anti-heat blackout shutters offer year-round protection and is perfect for bedrooms, children's rooms and guest rooms, where optimal heat protection and blackout is required. Can be combined with a decorative interior blind if need be . They block out light to ensure your space stays cool in summer and warm in winter.

Soft shutters

Our soft shutters are exterior anti-heat blackout blinds made from durable polyester. They are designed to block out sunlight and heat, ensuring a cool and comfortable indoor climate. Ideal for bedrooms, children’s rooms and guest rooms.

Awning blinds

The transparent mesh of VELUX awning blinds reduces the impact of outside heat effectively and offers shade and view to the outside. These anti-heat blinds keep your home cool and comfortable by blocking heat before it hits your roof windowpanes. Perfect for home offices, living rooms and bathrooms, where heat protection and daylight during the day is required.

Anti-heat blinds for flat roof windows

Looking for an anti-heat solution for your VELUX flat roof window or glass rooflight? We have you covered.

Our anti-heat blinds for flat roof windows and glass rooflights maintain cool and comfortable indoor temperatures by blocking light and heat.

The benefits of VELUX anti-heat blinds

Our line of exterior VELUX anti-heat blinds are more than just window coverings. They are an essential home improvement solution that can significantly enhance your indoor living spaces.

As well as providing superior heat protection, these blinds have several benefits, including improving privacy, while keeping the option to view still view the outside.

1. Heat protection

Our VELUX anti-heat blinds effectively block out heat. They effectively reduce the amount of heat that enters your home, minimising the need for air conditioning and lowering your energy consumption.

2. Light control

Light transforms any space, so having control over how much enters your home is essential. From creating good conditions for working from home to minimising glare in living rooms when watching TV, these blinds let you adjust the brightness to suit your preference.

3. Privacy

VELUX anti-heat blinds are an excellent privacy solution, particularly in home offices, living rooms and bathrooms.

Find the right anti-heat solution at VELUX

Can’t find the right anti-heat solution? Contact our VELUX Design Advisors, who can help you find the best products for your home.