Outdoor Shades and Shutters
About Our Outdoor Shades and Shutters
At A Shade Above, we bring the same quality and attention to detail we're known for indoors to your outdoor spaces. Designed to enhance your outdoor living spaces, our solutions provide the perfect balance of sun protection and privacy. We offer a wide selection of weather-resistant fabrics and solar screen materials that help reduce UV exposure and improve outdoor comfort during Virginia's hot summer months.
You can enjoy your outdoor spaces year-round with durable and stylish motorized outdoor shades designed to block the sun, glare and insects while maintaining your view. We also provide durable, stylish and low-maintenance powder-coated aluminum shutters designed to withstand the elements while adding timeless curb appeal to your home or business.
Aluminum shutters resist warping, cracking, fading and rust, making them the ideal choice for long-lasting exterior protection and beauty.
Features
Our outdoor window treatments are designed for real Virginia living:
Solar roller shades block up to 99% of harmful UV rays while allowing visibility and maintaining privacy
Powder-coated aluminum shutters built to withstand rain, wind, and humidity
Excellent heat reduction that keeps your outdoor spaces cooler during hot summers
Motorized and smart home options available
Creates a more comfortable outdoor entertaining space
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Highly recommend.
“They provide excellent options and are so helpful when you are looking for some guidance. They communicate clearly regarding delivery and their installers are polite, efficient, and clean up after themselves. I love using this company and highly recommend them to others.”
Elizabeth
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. Our solar shades and aluminum shutters are specifically rated for outdoor use and built to handle rain, wind, and intense UV exposure common in Central Virginia.
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Solar roller shades are great when you want to maintain a view and allow breeze. Aluminum shutters offer more privacy and stronger protection from wind and rain. We’ll help you choose what fits your outdoor living space best.
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Absolutely! Motorized outdoor shades are very popular. Control them from your phone or remote without ever leaving your seat.
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They’re very low maintenance. Most can be rinsed with a garden hose. We provide simple care instructions during installation.
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Yes! We regularly install both solar shades and aluminum shutters on screened porches and open patios throughout Richmond and Central Virginia.
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When properly installed and maintained, they typically last 8–12 years or more, even with heavy Virginia sun and weather exposure.