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Howard’s Draperies

Exterior Shades in Boulder, Colorado

Shade options for patios, decks, and windows exposed to strong sun.

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Chosen for your windows

Start with your room.
We’ll help with the details.

Explore exterior shades for patios, decks, and sunny windows with Howard's Draperies in Boulder, Colorado. We’ll help you compare coverage, views, and mounting options.

Exterior shades help reduce direct sun before it reaches the glass or seating area. We’ll review the mounting surface, sun and wind exposure, and how you want to operate the shade. Weather limits and when to retract it depend on the selected product.

Measuring and professional installation

Your options

Exterior Shades: styles and options

See what makes each option different. We’ll help you compare samples and confirm the right fit during your consultation.

Outdoor living shade

Patio and Deck Shades

Exterior shades for outdoor seating areas that need added comfort during bright hours.

  • Improves patio usability
  • Reduces direct sun exposure
  • Planned around mounting conditions

Solar-control shade

Exterior Solar Shades

Outdoor shade screens that help manage glare and heat before sunlight reaches the glass.

  • Good for sun-facing elevations
  • Helps reduce glare
  • Can preserve filtered outdoor views

Exterior window treatment

Sun-Facing Window Shades

Exterior treatments for windows with intense afternoon exposure or repeated glare concerns.

  • Targets difficult exposures
  • Supports interior comfort
  • Selected around durability and wind exposure

Fabric, finish, size, and operating options vary by product. We’ll confirm availability for your windows before you order.

A good place to start

Consider exterior shades for...

  • Patios and decks
  • Sun-facing windows
  • Outdoor glare and heat control

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Other window treatments to consider

Custom Drapery

Choose the fabric, lining, length, and hardware for your room.

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Window Top Treatments

Valances and fabric details to finish the top of your windows.

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Home Decor Fabrics

Compare textures, patterns, linings, and trims in your own light.

Explore home decor fabrics

Your in-home consultation

Let’s find the right fit for your home.

Tell us about your windows and what you have in mind. We’ll help you compare exterior shades, take measurements, and plan the installation.

(303) 449-4337

Serving Boulder, Colorado and surrounding Front Range communities since 1976.

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