Exterior blinds and shutters for heat protection

VELUX exterior roof window blinds and shutters are a smart way to take more control of your comfort indoors. Designed to work seamlessly with your VELUX roof windows, they help keep rooms cool in the summer, improve insulation in winter, and make your home feel calmer all year round.

The exterior blinds and shutters are tough on heat and glare, but gentle on your home’s look, with a sleek design that blends in nicely with your roof. And because they’re built to last, they’ll keep doing their job for years to come.

Exterior blinds and shutters for pitched roof windows

Anti-heat blackout shutter

The anti-heat roller shutter offers superior protection against solar heat and all other weather elements. The durable, maintenance-free aluminium shutter blocks incoming light to keep the room dark and up to 5 degrees cooler in summertime while also insulating from excess cold during winter. An ideal solution for bedrooms and kids’ rooms where you need both blackout and thermal insulation.

Anti-heat blackout blind

Stay comfortable in the heat with our anti-heat blackout blind. This awning blinds consist of durable polyester fabric which effectively blocks out light and heat, cooling your room by up to 5 degrees. The solar-powered solution lets you easily install the anti-heat blackout blind from inside without any wiring and control the blinds remotely via a simple wall switch. Ideal for bedrooms, it also provides insulation against the cold in winter, making it perfect year-round.

Anti-heat blind

The VELUX anti-heat blind cools the room by up to 4 degrees and glare while still letting light in. The transparent mesh fabric design is perfect for living rooms and home offices, allowing you to keep your space cool without losing your view or natural light. Combine with an interior blackout roller blind for increased control over daylight intake and additional insulation gains.

Compare our exterior heat protection

Superior heat protection with blackout

VELUX Anti-heat blackout

Good heat protection with transparency

VELUX Anti-heat blind

Anti-heat blackout shutter (aluminium)

Anti-heat blackout blind (fabric)

Electrical anti-heat blind

Basic manual anti-heat blind

Material

Hard-wearing aluminium

Degrees

Up to 5 degrees cooler

Blackout

Effectively blocks incoming light

All-weather protection

Break-in resistant

Thermal insulation

Motorised (electric/solar)

Noise reduction (weather)

Easy DIY-installation

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Exterior blinds and shutters for flat roof windows

Anti-heat blinds for dome with glazing

Designed for flat roof windows and skylights, these semi-transparent anti-heat blinds for dome with glazing block out heat and dim light, making them ideal for living rooms or kitchens with lots of activity. They maintain a comfortable indoor temperature, allowing you to enjoy your space all day long, even during the hottest months.

Anti-heat blind for curved and flat glass rooflights

Fitted inside your rooflight, this anti-heat blind for curved and flat glass rooflights offers easy installation from the roof and provides excellent heat protection. It keeps your room cool and comfortable while still allowing light to enter, making it ideal for all kinds of spaces with large rooflights.

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Made to match, built to last

VELUX exterior blinds and shutters are made to the same high standards as your roof windows – with durable materials, clean design, and long-lasting performance. The robust VELUX roller shutters are crafted from tough aluminium and rigorously put through their paces in harsh weather conditions, from heavy rain and strong winds to hail and intense sun. So, whatever the forecast says, you can count on them to do their job.

Both our exterior blinds and shutters feature a slim, low-profile design that sits neatly against your roof, so it won’t affect how your home looks from the outside. Whether your house is modern or more traditional, the shutters blend in beautifully, giving you extra protection without blocking the view or changing the character of your home.

Why exterior anti-heat blinds and shutters

If you’re already enjoying the benefits of VELUX roof windows, exterior anti-heat blinds and shutters are the perfect way to enhance their performance. They offer more than just sun protection; they actively improve how you experience your home:

Better temperature control

During hot summer days, indoor temperatures can rise quickly, especially in lofts and upper-storey rooms. VELUX anti-heat blinds and shutters help stop heat before it builds up, keeping your home cool and comfortable without over-relying on fans or air conditioning.

Lower energy bills

By reducing heat loss in winter and minimising solar gain in summer, VELUX exterior blinds and shutters help your home stay energy-efficient. That means you get a more comfortable indoor climate and can make potential savings on heating and cooling your home.

Peace and quiet

The sturdy construction also helps reduce noise caused by wind, rain, and other harsh weather conditions, making it especially useful for maintaining a peaceful and comfortable indoor environment. Sleep better and concentrate more easily with fewer interruptions.

Increased privacy and security

Our exterior blinds and shutters give you extra privacy when you need it most. And because they sit on the outside of your windows, they add a solid protective layer, making it harder for intruders to gain access.

Tailored for every space in your home

VELUX anti-heat blinds are perfect for a wide range of rooms in your home, helping you maintain a comfortable temperature, reduce glare, and protect your privacy. Here’s how they can enhance different spaces:

Attic bedroom with sloped ceiling and VELUX roof windows, natural light streaming in.

Bedrooms and kids’ rooms

Anti-heat blackout blinds and anti-heat roller shutters are especially useful in bedrooms or kids’ rooms, where they block both light and heat, ensuring a cool and restful environment for sleep. Whether it’s a hot summer night or a chilly winter morning, these blinds or shutters help create the perfect sleeping conditions by keeping your room dark and well-insulated.

Attic room with VELUX roof windows and awning blind, children playing a board game, natural light entering and fresh air.

Living rooms

For living rooms, anti-heat blinds with mesh fabric are ideal. They let in natural light while reducing heat and glare, making your space more comfortable for relaxation or entertainment. You can keep the temperature steady without blocking your view or natural daylight, which is especially important in living areas where light plays a big role in creating the right atmosphere.

Modern kitchen with VELUX roof windows, children playing board game.

Kitchens

Kitchens are often the hottest and most humid areas of the house. Anti-heat blinds with mesh fabric help reduce heat buildup while still letting in light, making them perfect for cooking or dining areas.

Attic study room with VELUX roof window, books, and plants.

Home offices

If you like to work from home in your home office, you need to balance productivity and comfort. Anti-heat blinds help reduce glare on screens and maintain a cool environment, allowing you to focus on your work without distractions caused by the weather.

Built-in compatibility with your VELUX roof windows

VELUX exterior anti-heat blinds and shutters are made to fit your roof windows precisely, whether you're upgrading an older model or buying a new one. The seamless integration ensures optimal performance, easy installation, and a clean, modern look that matches your home’s design.

They’re compatible with most VELUX roof window types and sizes and can be added at any time during renovation, window installation, or later on as an upgrade.

Installing your exterior blinds and shutters is easier than you think

Installing VELUX exterior blinds and shutters is a straightforward process, typically carried out by professional installers. If you’re fitting new VELUX roof windows, you can choose to have the blinds or shutters installed at the same time. Already have VELUX windows? No problem. Our exterior window blinds and shutters can be retrofitted without any disruption. Step-by-step guidance ensures a smooth, hassle-free installation – all from inside the room. If you are a DIY enthusiast with a bit of technical confidence, you might even prefer to install it yourself.

Once in place, they require virtually no maintenance. Just enjoy the benefits of better insulation, privacy, and peace of mind, season after season.

Quality you can rely on

Choosing VELUX means choosing products that are built on decades of experience, expert design, and trusted performance. Our exterior blinds and shutters are no exception. Enjoy peace of mind with a 3-year guarantee for manual exterior anti-heat blinds and a 5-year guarantee for electric and solar-powered shutters and anti-heat blinds. Our blinds and shutters are made to last – and made to give you confidence that you’ve chosen well.

And if you ever need spare parts or support down the line, we’ve got you covered. It’s all part of making sure your shutters keep doing their job for years to come.

Attic room with sloped ceiling and open VELUX roof window and awning blind, mother and daughter reading in bed.

Time to take comfort to the next level?

VELUX anti-heat exterior blinds and shutters aren’t just an add-on; they’re a smart upgrade that helps you sleep better all year round. From keeping the heat out in summer to boosting insulation in winter, they give you more control over temperature, noise, and light – all with a clean, discreet finish.

Take a look at the full range and see how exterior blinds and shutters can make a difference in your space. And if you’re not sure where to start, feel free to contact us; we’re here to help you find the right fit for your home.