Tom:

Most other posters don't seem to be after temporary shading solutions.
I'd be very interested in knowing what you find out from your post.
Please email me or post the (unposted) results.

Thanks

Lee Elson
wrote:
I'm looking for advice on how to temporarily shade a few windows each
year that primarily face S/SW. I was thinking of the pros/cons of
putting a tree in the front (obviously this would take awhile),
awnings, and solar window screens. The screens appear to be the most
flexible option from the standpoint that I could remove them in the
winter to take advantage of the sun, or for a particularly windy day
(I'm in the NE).

I'd like to ask if anyone has experience with the solar window screens?
Do they reduce the amount of heat enough that would make it worth the
price (I've seen some for $175, custom fitted)?

If so, a popular option that I've seen on the web are the 'DIY' kits.
Are these worth the effort for someone with basic skills or is it just
as easy to assemble the project materials yourself?

Are there any special tools or other expenses that I would need to
consider that would not be necessary with the typical kits?

Thank you,
Dave