Sunscreen blinds cut glare and UV while letting you see out. Install mirrors a manual roller — plan the openness factor at order time, then bracket up.
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate. Time required: 20–40 minutes per window.
Prepare your tools: Drill, spirit level, pencil, screwdriver, measuring tape, wood and masonry bits, and wall plugs if needed.
Choose your mount: Sunscreens are designed for glare and UV reduction while maintaining the view. Inside mounts sit cleanly in the recess and preserve the outward view; outside mounts suit larger windows where maximum glare coverage is needed.
Mark bracket positions: Mark bracket positions using a spirit level. For inside mounts, position brackets at the top corners of the recess and confirm at least 70 mm of recess depth.
Pre-drill and secure brackets: Pre-drill pilot holes and fasten brackets securely. For masonry, use matching wall plugs.
Insert the blind: Slide the roller tube into the brackets — pin end into the pin bracket, chain or motor end into the matching bracket. The blind should seat firmly.
Test operation and view: Lower the blind to half drop and check the outward view through the fabric. Sunscreens are rated by openness factor — a lower openness percentage means less glare but a slightly reduced view.
Secure control cord: Attach the chain or cord to the child-safety anchor point.
Sunscreen fabrics do not provide privacy at night when interior lights are on — from outside, the interior will be visible. If night-time privacy is needed, pair with a blockout in a double roller setup. Always secure child-safety cords.
1–3% for maximum glare control with reduced view; 5–10% for a good balance; 14%+ for a near-clear view with mild glare reduction.
No. With interior lights on, silhouettes are visible from outside. Add a blockout in a double roller setup for full evening privacy.
Yes — typical sunscreens block 80–95% of UV depending on openness factor and colour, protecting flooring and furnishings.