Creating a Backyard Paradise with Outdoor Shading

Tuesday, 15 July 2025

Enjoy Outdoor Living Without Interruption from Insects, Heat, and Storms

Creating a retreat in your backyard is one of the great joys of homeownership. With the right furnishings, entertainment, and lighting, this space becomes one of the favorites. In this place, friends and family come together to celebrate life’s milestones or enjoy another beautiful day in Palm Beach, FL.

This outdoor living, however, presents some challenges, especially during Florida’s summer. One of the issues is our frequent afternoon thunderstorms, accompanied by hot and humid weather. The other is the significant mosquito population.

Between the two, many outdoor gatherings find people racing indoors or heading home in sheer frustration.

There is a solution. It’s called outdoor shading. Here, we’ll explore how to extend your living spaces and make the most of your outdoor areas, even during summer storms.

The Secret to Successful Outdoor Gatherings

Whether enjoying a barbecue with friends, a pool party with family, or an elegant cocktail party with business associates, creating a comfortable outdoor space makes all the difference. Today’s outdoor shades are designed for those who love the great outdoors yet want to be comfortable.

These shades are available in a variety of fabrics, designed to create a safe and secure environment. Some are manufactured to maintain your beautiful views while providing protection from harsh UV rays, insects, and passing storms. Others are created for total privacy.

They protect you and your guests, as well as your furniture and outdoor AV equipment, from the effects of direct sunlight and stormy conditions.

Made to Weather Florida’s Storms

At ForceAV, we partner with Screen Innovations, a leading manufacturer of outdoor motorized shades. In 2024, they announced their new KAOS line, outdoor motorized shades designed to withstand hurricane-force winds. Thanks to their patented V-Screen Retention System, some fabrics can withstand winds of up to 150 mph.

Effortless Automated Control

Using sensors, these shades automatically adjust when they sense increasing winds or rain. Knowing your indoor-outdoor living area is protected, no matter where you are in the world, offers extreme peace of mind. This is particularly true for those homeowners who have created entertainment centers with the latest outdoor TVs and high-fidelity speakers or a relaxing oasis with fine furniture and a cooking area.

You can schedule your shades to automatically open and close based on the time of day or activity. They also offer one-touch control via a remote, app, or your voice. For those with smart home systems, they integrate effortlessly with your audio-video, indoor and outdoor lighting, firepit, pool, and spa control.

Now, when enjoying outdoor dining, press a button to lower the shades, illuminate the patio and landscape lights, and, if you're fortunate to have an outdoor audio system, stream your favorite songs through landscape speakers.

Elevated Aesthetics

In addition to comfort, these shades offer an elevated design with a modern, sleek appearance. Elegant and customizable, they come in numerous colors and over 35 designer fabrics, creating a stylish outdoor living space that transforms patios, decks, gazebos, and even garages.

Are you ready to experience the best summer season yet? As the top home automation company in South Florida, ForceAV specializes in transforming spaces through the power of smart home living and exceptional entertainment. To learn more about outdoor shading or to schedule a complimentary consultation, contact ForceAV today.