[NYGUY]

We had our Coolaroos sized and installed by Home Depot on our screened in Lanai. We later had the Lanai enclosed by Custom Windows and they were able to get the Coolaroos to fit. We love them.

[bagboy]

Originally Posted by asianthree

Does the cool Roos ease the rain coming in the screens and the dirt

We were advised by the installer to keep them dry, and if they do get wet to keep them down until they dry. Prevents mold is the reason.

[jnieman]

Ours got wet hundreds of times with no mold. We did always keep them rolled down half way. When the house washer would come he would wash them also. Hubby bought tie downs at Sparr's and painted them the color of the shades. He used the rings on the bottom and put a screw into the metal below to hook the tie downs on. Occasionally we would roll them up during a strong wind especially the one on the end. We really enjoy ours. They don't keep out all of the sun but it filters the sun coming through. We have the dark brown version.

[bigallis1]

Originally Posted by My Daily Run

I have been looking for shades for my lanai and I have seen these Coolaroo at the big box stores...does anyone out there have them and can you give me some advice..or is there an alternative for privacy...would like something that we can see out a bit but block some of the view looking in....thanks in advance

We put 2 of them on our Lanai.
Got them at Sam's Club. Only one size available. 8'
They block the sun well and have a metal valance over them to give a nice look.
Best part was they were only $70.00 ea.
I installed them myself.

[graciegirl]

I might as well add something not directly in this discussion. Our Coolaroos have given me a lot of information about wind here in Florida. When the wind exceeds the usual 15mph, those Cooleroos bust forth from their holdings and when really tethered they are close to being ripped off of their wooden posts. I don't understand how people can put awning material on the roof of their screened lanai and not have the whole roof ascend and tear loose. Maybe a sailing person with a sail boat knows.

[dotti105]

We love our Coolaroos. BUT, I wish they were motorized!!
Ours were ordered from Lowes and custom cut. They are available "off the shelf" at many stores, but no color options or size options.
We bought the 95%UV protection and do love them but I have contacted Coolaroos customer service and learned they will have a motorized product later this month. I am hoping I can get them retrofitted!
Our neighbors have some other type of solar shade that is motorized and does an equal job of sun protection.
I think I jumped the gun when I decided on the custom Coolaroos. To me, at this point, having motorized solar shades would be my choice,no matter the brand.

[Cateca]

I installed three Home Depot shades in lanai in 2010. Very pleased. Only caveat is that they come with vinyl or plastic "hardware" and one needs to be careful raising/lowering them.