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26.06.2026

Glare protection at work and at home: effective protection from light

Textilscreens von ROMA sorgen am Arbeitsplatz für effektiven Blendschutz und angenehmes Tageslicht

Glare control is essential for effectively managing sunlight —ensuring clear visibility, a comfortable indoor environment, and the ability to work with focus. Professional systems not only improve lighting conditions but also enhance comfort and well-being while reducing heat gain—both in the office and at home. ROMA offers smart sun protection solutions that can be customized to your specific needs—featuring modern design, high-quality technology, and reliable performance.

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Glare protection: the most important facts in brief

Glare protection protects against direct and reflected sunlight - for a clear view and a pleasant room climate.
Glare protection can be used flexibly in private living spaces and work environments - for more comfort and optimum lighting conditions.
External Venetian Blinds or Textile Screens are particularly effective.
With smart controls, glare protection can be automatically adjusted and integrated into the Smart Home.
Professional planning enables the integration of glare protection according to your needs.

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What is glare protection?

Glare protection refers to measures that reduce direct or reflected sunlight without completely darkening the room. Unlike classic solar shading, which is primarily aimed at reducing heat, glare protection focuses on visual comfort. The aim is to use daylight with optimum visibility and minimal glare - especially when working at a computer screen or in living areas with large windows.

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Typical areas of application - at home and in the office

Glare protection is indispensable in many areas of life and work - whether in the office or at home. Depending on the use and time of day, rooms have very different requirements in terms of light incidence. Modern glare protection solutions adapt flexibly to these requirements and ensure pleasant lighting conditions everywhere.

Glare protection in private living areas

Lighting control is also a key consideration in living spaces. Solutions that flexibly alternate between transparency, natural light, and privacy are particularly in demand—ideal, for example, in living rooms, home offices, or bedrooms with floor-to-ceiling windows. Fabric glare protection, such as Textile Screens, offers the perfect balance of function and aesthetics here: translucent yet glare-free.

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Glare protection at the workplace

Effective glare protection is mandatory in office spaces: The Workplace Regulations (ASR A3.4) stipulate that workstations must be designed so that employees are not blinded or distracted by sunlight. In this regard, exterior systems such as External Venetian Blinds or Textile Screens offer significant advantages over traditional interior roller blinds—they block the light before it hits the window and simultaneously help keep the space cool in the summer.

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Anti-glare blinds—why they're often not enough

When looking for a light-blocking roller shade, many people initially opt for an interior solution—it’s affordable, quick to install, and widely available. In home offices or small offices, this works well for basic needs. However, its limitations become apparent, at the latest, when the sun is low in the sky: Interior anti-glare blinds cannot permanently block heat and light because the radiant energy has already passed through the glass.

Planning glare protection correctly - what is important?

Effective glare protection should not be left to chance. The following factors are decisive in the selection process:

Building orientation and window area: The intensity of solar radiation varies greatly depending on the direction and size of thewindows .
Building type: Whether office building, residential building or renovation - the structural requirements influence the suitable system.
Control and automation: Modern glare protection systems can be automatically regulated with sun sensors or Smart Home solutions

“An effective glare control system takes more than just materials and installation into account: it’s about orientation, installation conditions, room function, and individual lighting needs. With thorough planning, the full potential of External Venetian Blinds or Textile Screens can be realized—both functionally and aesthetically. That’s why ROMA specialist partners focus on personalized consultation, custom solutions, and precise adaptation to each specific property. This transforms good sun protection into effective and long-lasting glare protection.”

Friedemann Auer, Head of Architectural Consulting

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Glare protection: inside and outside in comparison

When choosing the right glare protection system, the question often arises as to which solution best suits your needs. Exterior blinds or Textile Screens are installed in front of the window glass and thus offer functional advantages, while interior solutions such as anti-glare roller shades or pleated shades are particularly easy to install. The following overview provides a direct comparison of the key differences:

Criterion

Explanation

External (e.g. External Venetian Blinds, Textile Screens)

Internal (e.g. roller blind, pleated blind)

Anti-glare effect

Protection from dazzling sunlight

Very high

medium

Thermal insulation

Keeps heat out and keeps rooms cool

high

low

Retrofittability

How easy it is to retrofit

depending on the building structure

simple

Design integration

How well it blends in visually with the building

Inconspicuous in the façade possible

Visible in the interior

Daylight control

Targeted use of daylight without glare

Precisely controllable

only limited

If you’re looking for maximum functionality, effective heat protection, and understated design, an exterior sunshade is the better choice. Systems such as External Venetian Blinds or Textile Screens block the sun’s rays before they reach the glass, effectively reduce heat gain in the summer, and allow for precise light control—without obstructing the view outside. Although retrofitting depends on the building’s structural conditions, the long-term benefits are compelling in both office and residential settings.

What solutions does ROMA offer for effective glare protection?

For decades,ROMA has been developing innovative and durable sun shading systems "Made in Germany", which not only protect against heat and prying eyes, but also have a targeted effect against glare. Different systems are available depending on the installation situation, architecture and light requirements - with individual design options and modern technology.

ROMA External Venetian Blinds

External Venetian Blinds feature externally mounted Venetian Blind Slats that can be individually adjusted —for precise light control and a particularly elegant façade design. The Venetian Blind Slats reflect direct sunlight while still allowing a clear view of the outdoors.

Thanks to the continuously adjustable slat angle, the glare protection can be precisely adapted to the sun’s position —ensuring glare-free living and working at any time of day.

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ROMA Textile Screens

The fabrics of exterior Textile Screens filter out sunlight before it even reaches the glass and enters the room. The result is a uniformly subdued lighting atmosphere that prevents glare on the screen—while still allowing a view of the outdoors.

The key factor here is the openness ratio of the Textile Screens. For rooms with a greater need for screen glare protection—whether a home office or office space—ROMA recommends fabrics with an openness ratio of 1 to 2%. These fabrics minimize distracting light reflections on the monitor while still allowing enough daylight to pass through to maintain a pleasant working environment. With the ROMA Fabric Finder at , you can quickly find the right fabric for any room and any glare protection need.

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Flexible Control for Greater Comfort

All ROMA systems can be equipped with smart controls upon request—whether manually, via radio control, with automatic weather-based control, or as part of a Smart Home system. This allows the sunshade to automatically adjust based on the sun’s position, room temperature, or time of day, ensuring optimal lighting conditions all on its own.

This is especially beneficial at computer workstations: When you no longer have to manually adjust the window shade, you can work with greater focus and experience less eye strain.

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Effective glare protection starts with good advice

Whether at work or at home - intelligent glare protection significantly increases living and working comfort. With solutions such as ROMA External Venetian Blinds and Textile Screens, you benefit from effective light regulation, privacy protection and stylish architecture. Let a ROMA specialist partner advise you!

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about glare protection

What is glare protection and how does it differ from sun protection?

Glare protection refers to measures specifically designed to counteract distracting or reflected sunlight without completely darkening the room. While traditional sun protection is usually aimed primarily at reducing heat and providing privacy, glare protection ensures visual comfort—especially at computer workstations or in rooms with large windows.

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Which glare protection is best for the office?

The most effective solutions are exterior options such as External Venetian Blinds or Textile Screens. They prevent glare directly on the facade and meet the requirements of the Workplace Regulations (ASR A3.4) —ideal for focused work at computer workstations.

Is there glare protection that is also translucent?

Yes, Textile Screens provide both glare protection and natural light. Depending on the type of fabric, you can choose from various levels of transparency—this allows you to maintain a clear view of the outdoors while reducing distracting sunlight through the Textile Screens.

How can glare protection be integrated into a Smart Home?

There are anti-glare solutions with wireless control, automatic timing, and Smart Home integration. This allows the anti-glare system to automatically adjust based on the sun’s position or room temperature —for greater comfort and timely heat protection in your Smart Home.

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What aperture ratio is best suited for the screen's anti-glare feature?

For computer workstations, Textile Screen fabrics with an openness factor of 1 to 2% are recommended. This value effectively reduces direct and reflected sunlight without darkening the room or obstructing the view. For living spaces and home offices with lower glare protection requirements, 5% is generally sufficient.

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