High-performance shade films Shade films and systems for interior shading.
Developed and manufactured by RHODETEC.
RHODESHADE shade films reflect solar radiation before it turns into heat inside the room. Integrated into interior shading systems, they reduce solar heat gain and glare while preserving daylight and outward visibility.
The Challenge
Glass brings
daylight. It also brings solar load.
Large glazed areas create bright, open spaces. At the same time, solar radiation enters the building. If this radiation is absorbed by furnishings or conventional shading materials, it is converted into heat and released into the room.
- Excessive solar heat gain
- Uncontrolled glare
- Increased cooling demand
- Higher operating costs
- Reduced thermal and visual comfort
The Solution
Reflect before
heat builds up.
Many conventional shading materials absorb a large portion of incoming solar radiation. This energy is released into the room as heat.
RHODESHADE works differently: the interior shade films reflect a high proportion of solar radiation back through the glazing, reducing heat gain and overheating.
- Reduced solar heat gain
- Controlled glare
- Reduced cooling costs
- Preserved daylight and outward views
- Improved thermal comfort
Core benefits The full spectrum of performance.
Glare protection
Visual comfort without darkness.
Heat protection
Less heat gain. More thermal comfort.
Clear views
Visual connection to the outside.
Energy savings
Lower energy demand. Better building performance.
UV protection
Invisible but essential.
Natural daylight
Bright, balanced and comfortable.
Performance Performance that pays back.
Up to 90 %
solar energy rejection
Up to 30 %
cooling energy savings
Nearly 100 %
UV protection
Potential payback from approx. 3–5 years
Typically 15–20 years service life
Reduces
cooling demand
Performance values depend, among other things, on the type of glazing, building orientation, climate zone and installation method.
Product Portfolio
Shade films — engineered for
different performance needs.
Every building project has different solar control priorities. Some require maximum heat rejection, while others focus on daylight, visual comfort, outward views or privacy.
RHODESHADE offers a range of high-performance shade films for different building requirements – all designed to control solar radiation while balancing heat protection, glare control, daylight and outward views.
Performance priorities:
- Maximum solar energy rejection
- Balanced daylight and glare control
- Clear outward visibility
- Blackout and privacy
- Printable design options
Shading options – an overview
Not all solar control
solutions work the same way.
Exterior shading
Controls solar radiation before it reaches the glazing, but is exposed to wind and weather and typically requires maintenance.
Exposed
Conventional interior shading
Controls glare and daylight but often restricts outward views and releases absorbed solar heat into the room.
Absorb
Window films
Applied directly and permanently to the glass, these films control solar radiation but also reduce desirable daylight and beneficial solar heat gains during the darker season.
Fixed
RHODESHADE
Reflects solar radiation back outside – combining glare control, daylight and clear views, all while remaining protected from the weather.
Reflect
Applications
Sun protection for buildings
with the highest standards.
High-rise & commercial
Better workspaces through better solar control.
Education
Smart daylight for smarter learning.
Healthcare
Natural light. Clean and comfortable.
ATCTs & VCRs
Clear vision. Maximum safety.
Residential
Live comfortably. Save year-round.
Quality & Trust Tested. Certified. Proven.
RHODESHADE's performance is validated using recognized test methods in independent laboratories.
- EN 14500 / EN 410
- ASTM E 903
- ISO 52022-3
- EN 14501
- EN 13501-1
- NFPA 701
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