Window Solar Screens

Rinse with a garden hose on a gentle setting annually or when visibly dirty. For heavier dust buildup common in El Paso, a soft brush and mild soap solution works well. Avoid forceful spray, it can damage the screen material. Remove from the window before cleaning for best results.

Yes, significantly during daylight. From outside looking in during the day, solar screens make windows nearly opaque. At night when interior lights are on, the screens provide less privacy. Most homeowners appreciate the daytime privacy as a bonus benefit on top of heat reduction.

In El Paso, most homeowners keep solar screens up year-round. Winter sun at our latitude still provides meaningful solar gain through south-facing windows, which can actually reduce heating costs in December and January. If you want to maximize passive solar heating in winter, removing south-facing screens those months is an option.