Custom-made exterior roller shutters for style and comfort
EXTERIOR ROLLER SHUTTER EXPERTS
Control heat, daylight, privacy and outside noise with made-to-measure external roller shutters from Solar-Shield.
Installed outside your windows or glazed doors, our Harol roller shutters help stop strong sunlight before it reaches the glass. The insulated aluminium shutter closes over the opening to create an additional barrier between your interior and the weather.
Comfort throughout the year
Why choose external roller shutters?
A robust external shading solution that helps you manage heat, light, privacy and noise before they affect the comfort of your home.
Reduce summer heat
External shading intercepts direct sunlight before it passes through the glass. Closing the shutters during hot, sunny periods can help limit solar heat gain and maintain a more comfortable indoor environment.
Improve winter insulation
When closed, the shutter creates an additional insulating layer outside the window, helping to limit heat loss during colder weather.
Control daylight and darkness
Adjust the shutters to manage daylight throughout the day or close them for effective room darkening. Slats with daylight slots are also available where some natural light is preferred.
Increase privacy
Close the shutters when you want greater privacy, without relying solely on curtains or internal blinds.
Reduce outside noise
The shutter and its insulated box can help reduce incoming street, traffic and rain noise—particularly useful for bedrooms and properties in busy locations.
Add a physical deterrent
Robust aluminium slats create an additional physical barrier over the window. An optional enhanced security package is available where greater protection is required.
Made-to-measure options
Explore the VR150 range
Choose the operation and performance features that matter most to your home. Each VR150 is made to measure and professionally specified for your windows.
Option 01
VR150
A versatile external roller shutter for existing windows
Surface mounted
Overview
The VR150 combines a streamlined appearance with Harol’s widest choice of shutter-box designs. Its robust aluminium construction can complement both traditional and contemporary properties.
Installed outside the window without extensive building work, it helps manage summer heat, retain warmth in winter, improve privacy and reduce incoming noise.
Key specifications
- Square, bevelled or rounded box
- Robust aluminium construction
- Wide choice of RAL colours
- Smart io control as standard
11m²
Maximum surface area, subject to the complete technical specification.
Option 02
VR150 Solar
Motorised operation without a mains electrical connection
Solar powered
Overview
The VR150 Solar uses energy collected by a discreet solar panel on the shutter box. Its concealed 2.2Ah battery powers the motor without requiring new electrical cabling.
Once charged, the battery can continue operating the shutter for up to 30 days in complete darkness, making it especially suitable for retrofit installations.
Key specifications
- Powered entirely by solar energy
- Concealed 2.2Ah battery
- Obstacle and frost detection
- Seven-year component guarantee
6m²
Maximum surface area for the solar configuration, subject to the final specification.
Option 03
VR150 Silensio
Quiet, smooth operation for noise-sensitive spaces
Ultra-quiet operation
Overview
The VR150 Silensio is designed for exceptionally quiet operation. Its low-noise tubular motor and soft-start and soft-stop movement reduce sound as the shutter opens and closes.
It is particularly well suited to bedrooms, nurseries, home offices and other rooms where quiet operation is a priority.
Key specifications
- Ultra-quiet tubular motor
- Soft-start and soft-stop movement
- Superior obstacle detection
- Reduced slat movement noise
+40%
Harol states that the Silensio configuration provides a 40% longer lifespan.
Why choose Solar-Shield?
35 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN EXTERIOR SHADING
Solar-Shield specialises in exterior shading for homes, self-builds, renovations and architectural projects across the UK.
With more than 35 years of experience in the blinds and shading industry, our team can guide you from initial product selection through to professional installation.
From enquiry to installation
How it works
From your initial enquiry to the final demonstration, our team will guide you through every stage of your external roller shutter project.
Tell us about your windows
Send us photographs, approximate dimensions and an outline of what you would like the shutters to achieve.
Speak with a shading specialist
We will discuss heat, daylight, privacy, noise, security, controls and design preferences.
Receive a tailored specification
We will recommend the installation method, slat, finish, controls and optional features appropriate for your project.
Professional installation
Your made-to-measure Harol VR150 external roller shutters will be professionally installed, configured and demonstrated.
Frequently asked questions
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The Harol VR150 is a made-to-measure, surface-mounted external roller shutter for windows. It is installed outside the building and provides solar shading, privacy, room darkening, thermal insulation and acoustic insulation.
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External roller shutters can help limit overheating by blocking direct sunlight before it reaches the window glass. This prevents a proportion of the sun’s energy from entering the room as heat.
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The additional exterior barrier can help reduce incoming street, traffic and weather noise. The result will depend on the shutter specification, existing glazing, installation and construction of the building.
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Yes. The surface-mounted design allows the VR150 to be installed outside existing windows without extensive construction work. It can be fitted above the opening or within the opening against the window frame, depending on the property.
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A closed aluminium shutter places an additional physical barrier over the window. An optional security package can provide lifting resistance and reinforced components.
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Yes. These external shutters have io control as standard and can be operated electrically. Compatible systems can also connect to Somfy TaHoma for smartphone control, remote monitoring and automated routines.
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Slats with daylight and ventilation slots are available. An optional integrated insect-screen solution can also allow fresh air through an open window while helping keep insects outside.
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The shutter box, guides and bottom bar are available in a wide selection of RAL colours and textured finishes. The aluminium or PVC slats are also available in various colours, subject to the chosen configuration.
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An optional solar sensor can allow the shutter to respond automatically to sunlight. This helps deploy the shading before excessive solar heat builds up inside the room.
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The VR150 can cover areas of up to 11m², subject to the chosen slat, dimensions, installation method and complete technical specification. Solar-Shield will confirm the permitted dimensions for each opening.
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The standard VR150 provides effective room darkening. The final level of darkness will depend on the selected slats, daylight slots, installation and light around the opening.
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Requirements vary according to the property and location. Additional restrictions may apply to listed buildings, conservation areas, flats and prominent elevations. Property owners should contact their local planning authority where there is any uncertainty.
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No. The VR150 is intended for windows and areas of building glazing. Solar-Shield does not supply garage roller doors or industrial shopfront shutters.
Meet - Paul Morris, Owner of Solar-Shield Exterior Shading Solutions.
Meet Paul, the founder and resident expert at Solar-Shield. With over 35 years of experience in the blinds industry, Paul is dedicated to helping homeowners keep their spaces cool with innovative, energy-efficient exterior window shading solutions. As a certified Passivhaus Trust member, Smart Shading Advisor and a member of the British Blind & Shutter Association, Paul brings a wealth of expertise to every project, ensuring the perfect shading solution for your unique needs.
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