ELITE FRT RETRACTABLE SHADES
Elite FRT Retractable Shades
Are you looking for some protection from the sun, heat & wind? Maybe you are looking to enclose your patio but don’t want permanent walls and would like to keep your view? Or maybe you’re looking for daytime privacy.
Our Elite Fabric Retention Track (FRT) Shade System block the sun & heat and handle the often breezy conditions of the Tri-cities/Eastern Washington and Northern Oregon well. These shades are manufactured in Tucson, Arizona where they understand & design shades to handle wind, sun and other weather related elements.
Perfect for patio areas & covers, pergolas, gazebos, windows, garage doors and more… these beautiful, easy-to-use, durable mesh screens can block up to 97% of sun, wind, and mist yet let in soft, filtered light and air all while keeping the view of your landscape.

How does out Elite Fabric Retention Shade (FRT) System work?
FRT’s have an inner guide that holds the fabric in place and the metal track holds the heavy weighted hem bar in place. This virtually seals the opening of the area. A heavy duty powered coated box sits horizontally and attaches to the structure & houses the shade. When the shade is retracted the fabric concealed and protected in the box.
Occassionally, because concrete slopes away from a home, it’s difficult to drop a shade and not have some gapping. But we have a new option for that that is designed to adjust to most slopes! Watch our video here: Adjustable hem bar
With this shade system we can provide a way to completely seal an outdoor space but still provide airflow, daytime privacy & yes…you keep your outside view! Open or close the shades when you want to. We put you in charge!
PRODUCT INFORMATION:
- Custom manufactured to fit your exact space
- Easy to open either manually or choose a motorized options
- Quality durable UV Solar fabric
- Many fabric options to complement your design style
- Wall, Ceiling & Window mounts
- Crafted in America
BENEFITS:
- Block sun, heat and other elements
- Enclose area
- Save money on cooling costs
- Reduce Wind, Dust and other elements
- Prevent sun damage & glare
- Add day time privacy
- Maintain Outdoor Air-Flow
- Keep your view
- Extend patio season
- Add value to home or business
- Excellent warranty and local service
We have a large variety of fabrics to choose from:
Fabric density:
80 % – 97 % Blockage options
Pet and Bug Screen options
Sunbrella Fabric Options (no view)
Black out – 100% Blockage options – no view
Many choices of fabrics available (see our fabric book below)
Custom Sizing
Each shade is crafted to fit your exact space:
Standard Duty:
- Custom Widths up 14ft
- Custom Drop/Height up to 8ft
Heavy Duty
- Custom Widths up 20ft
- Custom Drop/Height up to 12ft
Metal Boxes:
- Optional – Standard Box – 4.5″
- Optional – Heavy Duty Box – 5.5″
Pile Brush:
- 5” Pile Brush (Standard)
- UPGRADES:
- 1” Pile Brush
- 2” Pile Brush
- Weather Seal
- Adjustable Hem Bar (Option extra cost)
- Maxium Widths 14′
- Adjusts to sloping floors allowing the shade to fully seal on sloped surfaces.
- Reduces light gaps on sloping floorsAutomatically rectracts when not in use.
Helios Solar Motors
- 1 CHANNEL REMOTE
- 5 CHANNEL REMOTE
With Timer Function - MOTOR
Battery Powered, Solar Charged - EXTERNAL MOUNTING
Available for 4” and 5.5” Brackets - BOX MOUNT BRACKET
Available for the 4.5” and 5.5” Box - SOLAR STATION
The solar station features the capability of charging the battery with direct sunlight or through the micro USB charging port. *
*The solar station requires a minimum of 5 hrs of direct sunlight per day. If the panel receives less, USB charging with a standard micro USB may be required.
Frame: Fifteen (10) years
Fabric: Ten (10) years
Electric Motors: (5) years
Solar Motors: (3) years
NW Shade Co uses industry leading Sun Control Retractable Shades. These durable and beautiful solar shades work well for homes in the Columbia Basin, E Oregon and Walla Walla Valley. They’ll endure the seasons and provide protection for your home or business all while adding quality, function and style.
ENHANCING THE ART OF OUTDOOR LIVING ONE PATIO AT A TIME!
