Office blinds for glare control

To control glare in an office, start with where the screens sit and when the glare happens, then choose a covering that cuts direct sun while keeping useful daylight. Light-filtering roller shades are the usual choice, zebra blinds add adjustable privacy, motorized shades can follow a schedule, and window film can soften light on glass you rarely open.

Key takeaways: map when and where glare hits screens. Light-filtering roller shades soften daylight while keeping some view. Motorized shades can lower on a schedule. A consistent finish across windows matters in workplaces.

Roller shades

Roller shades in light-filtering fabric soften direct sun while keeping the room bright. We compare fabrics by how much daylight and outside view each keeps.

Zebra blinds

Zebra blinds switch between filtered light and privacy while lowered, which suits meeting rooms and street-facing offices.

Motorized shades

Motorized blinds can be grouped and scheduled, so a whole wall of windows lowers when the afternoon sun arrives.

Window film

Window film can soften daylight and add privacy to glass partitions and storefront glass. Suitability depends on the existing glazing.

Planning a workplace

In offices, a consistent look across windows matters. Tell us about access hours and building requirements so measuring and installation can be planned around your work. See commercial window treatments.

Frequently asked questions

What helps with glare in a home office?

A light-filtering roller shade or a zebra blind on the window that faces or sits behind the screen is the usual starting point.

Golden Frames offers free in-home consultations in London, Woodstock and across our service areas, with on-site visits for businesses. The room photograph with this guide is an illustrative design concept. Written by Golden Frames, a family-owned window coverings business based in St. Thomas, Ontario.