Shades designed to reduce glare and block harmful UV rays while maintaining your view. Serving Ward Parkway and surrounding areas with professional installation and lifetime parts & labor.
As a Kansas City-based company, we take pride in serving our Ward Parkway neighbors with premium solar shades and expert installation.
Based in the Kansas City metro, we know Ward Parkway homes inside and out.
2-4 weeks for most Ward Parkway orders. Rush available.
We come to you with samples. No showroom visit required.
Ward Parkway homeowners face unique challenges: western and southern exposures that bring intense afternoon heat, original windows that need protection for period furnishings, and the desire to preserve views of the neighborhood's iconic landscaping. UV-blocking solar shades are perfect for this area's historic estates and updated luxury homes. The shades come in multiple openness factors (1%, 3%, 5%, 10%), so you can block intense summer heat while still seeing out during winter months when sun exposure is welcome. Sunrooms are especially popular in Ward Parkway's larger homes—solar shades prevent furniture and artwork from fading while keeping these spaces comfortable. Home offices with western exposures benefit tremendously from glare reduction without compromising the view. Many Ward Parkway residents choose solar shades as their primary window treatment, combined with drapery for evening privacy and formal occasions.
| Feature | UV-Blocking Solar Shades from KC Blinds | Big Box Alternative | DIY Online Option |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Measurement | Included—ensures perfect fit for your home | Not included—buyer measures | Buyer measures own windows |
| Installation Quality | Expert team handles everything; included in price | Optional add-on, extra cost | You install—alignment critical for function |
| Warranty Coverage | 5-Year Parts & Labor covers everything | Typically 1-2 years on product only | No warranty on installation |
| Product Selection | Multiple openness factors and fabric colors | Limited to standard inventory | Online selection but no expert guidance |
| Local Support | Lifetime adjustments; same team that installed | None—return to store or mail-in | Email support only |
| Transparency | Fixed price includes all services; no surprises | Base price often doesn't include installation | Shipping costs often hidden |
| Benefit | How It Helps Ward Parkway Homes | Best Applications |
|---|---|---|
| UV Protection (90-99% blocking) | Protects original wood floors, fine furniture, and artwork from fading; preserves the patina and value of historic homes | Sunrooms, galleries, formal dining rooms, home offices |
| Glare Reduction | Eliminates screen glare in home offices; creates comfortable spaces for reading without closing off views | Home offices, libraries, second-story bedrooms |
| View Preservation | Maintains sightlines to Loose Park and Ward Parkway Boulevard while blocking heat; appears almost invisible from inside | Living rooms, dining rooms facing the boulevard, sunrooms |
| Energy Efficiency | Reduces heat gain in summer (up to 25% cooling savings); maintains inside temperatures without air conditioning strain | West and south-facing windows, sunrooms, conservatories |
| Temperature Control | Keeps rooms 10-15 degrees cooler in summer without closed shades; blocks harsh afternoon sun while maintaining open feel | Master bedrooms, libraries, home offices |
| Aesthetic Appeal | Available in neutral tones that complement historic architecture and contemporary updates; clean, minimal appearance | All rooms—matches any design style |
“Our Ward Parkway home has stunning architecture that deserved premium window treatments. The custom drapery is absolutely beautiful.”
James & Eleanor P.
Ward Parkway, MO
Custom Drapery
“Living on this historic corridor, we wanted shutters that honor our home's elegance. KC Blinds delivered perfectly.”
Richard H.
Ward Parkway, MO
Plantation Shutters
Ward Parkway is a historic luxury corridor in Kansas City known for stately homes along the tree-lined boulevard and elegant architecture.
Zip codes served: 64114
Schedule your free in-home consultation today. Our experts will help you find the perfect solar shades for your home.
