Outdoor Shades
Make outdoor living more comfortable and stylish.
Outdoor shades block the sun and reduce heat, so you can enjoy your deck, patio, or porch for more of the year. Solar screen fabrics reduce glare while still letting you see out. Plus, you can add motorization to raise and lower with a remote or your phone.
Styles:
Why homeowners love outdoor shades:
- Stay comfortable – Block sun and reduce heat on your patio, porch, or deck
- Keep the view – See-through fabrics cut glare without blocking the breeze
- Add motorization – Raise and lower with a remote, app, or voice command
- Keep bugs out – Insect shade options seal on all sides
- Built for weather – Durable frames and fabrics that hold up outdoors
- Custom Measured & Installed
- Hunter Douglas Warranty
- Local Service in Omaha & Lincoln
See outdoor shades
in person.
Visit our Omaha or Lincoln galleries to see and feel the materials in person. We’ll help you find the perfect texture, color, and light control — with hands-on design help every step of the way.
Made for Your Lifestyle
Patios, Decks & Porches
Our most popular system covers openings up to 19 feet wide. Manual crank or motorized.
Option For Smaller Openings
A compact option for exterior windows, covered entries, and tighter spaces up to 12 feet wide.
Bug Protection
A zipper-track system that seals on all four sides to keep insects out.
Solar Screen Fabrics
Block sun and UV while maintaining your view. You choose how much light comes through.
Motorization
Control with a wall switch, remote, app, or voice.
Custom Frame Colors
White, bronze, tan, black, or custom-matched to your home.
What Our Clients Say:
- “Custom Blinds and Designs offers wonderful products and customer service! I’ve been so pleased with my blinds inside my home as well as my outdoor shade! The staff is a pleasure to work with and offer options at varying price points. I highly recommend their services for home projects!” - Emily E.
How to Get Started
Drop by our Omaha showroom or Lincoln showroom (no appointment needed), or schedule a design session.
Explore fabric and style options with a designer who’ll help you find the perfect fit for your space and lifestyle.
We handle everything else — exact measurements and professional installation to make sure everything works beautifully.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can outdoor shades be motorized?
Yes. Motorized outdoor shades let you raise and lower with a wall switch, handheld remote, smartphone app, or voice commands through Alexa or Google Home. It’s especially convenient for large or hard-to-reach openings.
Do patio shades help with heat and glare?
Absolutely. Exterior sun shades block direct sunlight before it hits your windows or outdoor space. This reduces heat and cuts glare. Solar screen fabrics also block most UV rays, helping protect outdoor furniture from fading.
Do outdoor shades provide privacy?
During the day, solar screen fabrics let you see out while making it harder for people to see in, especially with lighter-colored fabrics. At night with interior lights on, that effect reverses. They’re ideal for daytime privacy on patios, decks, and porches.
Can outdoor shades keep bugs out?
Our insect shade system is designed specifically for bug protection. It uses a zipper track that seals the fabric on all four sides, keeping out mosquitoes and flies, while still letting fresh air through.
Will exterior shades hold up in wind and weather?
Yes. Our outdoor roller shades use durable aluminum frames and UV-stable fabrics built to handle Nebraska weather. Optional track systems guide the fabric, and the insect shade option has a sealed zipper design for extra stability.
Can I put shades on a pergola, gazebo, or large patio?
Yes. Outdoor shades work great on pergolas, gazebos, screened porches, covered decks, and open patios. Our largest system covers openings up to 19 feet wide in a single shade, without seams or gaps.
Do you install outdoor shades in Omaha and Lincoln?
Yes. We custom-measure and professionally install patio shades, deck shades, and exterior roller shades throughout Omaha, Lincoln, and the surrounding areas.
How do I clean sheer drapery panels?
They’re 100% polyester, so they resist dust. A quick pass with a feather duster or soft vacuum is usually all you need.
Do you install sheer panels and drapery-style window treatments in Omaha and Lincoln?
Yes. We measure and install privacy sheers, sliding door sheers, and other vertical window treatments throughout Omaha, Lincoln, and the surrounding areas.
Turn your windows to “wow.”
Every window covering is on display at our Omaha and Lincoln Galleries. Drop by any time, or book a session with a designer.
Visit Omaha Gallery
Visit Lincoln Gallery
Free Design Session
Visit Omaha Gallery
1105 South 180th | Omaha, NE 68130 | 402-895-9900
Visit Lincoln Gallery
6101 S. 56th Street | Lincoln, NE 68516 | 402-730-2000
Free Design Session
Book a free session with a designer in the Omaha or Lincoln Gallery. You'll get one-on-one support to find blinds you love.
