A Pergola PowerScreen That Fixed Harsh Afternoon Sun In Solana Beach

A family in Solana Beach had a screened pergola patio that became unusable by early afternoon. West-facing exposure was pushing direct sun straight into the space, making it too bright and too hot for kids or guests. We installed a PowerScreen inside the existing screened structure to give them control over light, airflow, and privacy without closing off the patio entirely — see our motorized patio screens page for full specs.

The screen runs on a motorized system they operate from a single button. Morning light comes through unobstructed. By midafternoon they drop the screen to cut the glare while still pulling airflow through. For dinner, it closes fully and adds a layer of privacy from neighboring sightlines. The fabric was selected to reduce solar heat gain without killing the open feel the pergola was built for.

If your covered patio is sitting unused because of sun or privacy issues, get a free estimate and we will put together a solution sized to your exact opening.