Windshield Shades

Dale what size and where did you purchase the magnets? Also do you place a magnet inside the coach? How do you attach them inside?


If you have step by step instructions they would be deeply appreciated.

Thank you

Dale.Traveling wrote:
Made my own. Inspiration was from Magne Shade but couldn't afford their prices.

1) Inside or outside? Does this affect performance?

Yes it will. Warm weather you will want to keep the sun related heat outside the vehicle. During colder times I'll hang inside the coach for privacy.

2) If outside, attachment method? How about the holes needed for the fasteners?
I attach mine with very strong magnets. Used double sided tape on the inside of the windshield and pockets on the screen. The windshield wipers help hold it in place also.

3) Does color affect performance?
Not sure. I have a black screen and during the day can see out without a problem but is very private looking in. I would suspect lighter colors will reflect heat much more than darks.

4) Any outside sets that don't require dragging the ladder out to install?
With magnets I use a wooden dowel to hang the screen. Get the magnets close and they will stick together, even thru the glass.

5) Most durable material?
PVC. Found the material on line from Home Depot. 6'X20' for $32.

6) Did I miss anything?
Was pretty easy to make. Sewed mine in one evening. The magnets were the most expensive part but still much less than buying from a custom manufacture.

My homemade windshield sun screen.


I also made an awning sun screen from the same material.