It can protect exterior window applications, to help reduce energy usage and allow for more temperature control in the home or building envelope. It can protect outdoor restaurant dining areas from the glaring sun and pestering insects while increasing ROI (return on investment) by keeping patrons comfortable on the patio and therefore extending your seating capacity. You can even extend the footprint of your house by applying these shades to your garage door opening, making it a multi-use room with extra protection from the sun and insects. And, it is the perfect solution for enclosing a larger patio with an overhead structure so you may enjoy your outdoor space better.