Zipscreens are among the most popular types of outdoor sunshades for homes on the Costa Blanca. They combine the heat-blocking properties of traditional screens with an extra wind-resistant system, making them especially suitable for the Spanish coast.

For apartments, villas, and homes with large glass surfaces, zipscreens offer a stylish and effective solution to keep heat out without losing the view.

Would you like to know more about the general benefits of screens? Then also check out our page about screens in Spain.

What are zipscreens?

A zipscreen works on the same principle as a traditional screen but features a special zipper system on both sides of the fabric.

This keeps the fabric firmly locked in the side guides and prevents it from flapping in the wind like standard systems. This results in a neater appearance and significantly higher wind resistance.

Especially on the Costa Blanca, where wind is common, this offers important advantages.

Why choose zipscreens?

The greatest strength of zipscreens is the combination of comfort, appearance, and technical performance.

Because the fabric stays tight in the guides, zipscreens also work excellently in locations with stronger winds. At the same time, they retain all the benefits of regular screens, such as heat protection, privacy, and outward visibility.

For many homes, zipscreens therefore form the most complete solution.

Ideal for apartments on the Costa Blanca

Apartments are often located at higher elevations and therefore experience more wind load. That is why zipscreens are widely used for apartments in Altea, Calpe, Benidorm, Moraira, and Jávea.

Thanks to the firm guidance of the fabric, the system remains stable even when conditions are less favorable.

This makes zipscreens especially suitable for balconies, large windows, and sliding doors.

Zipscreens for large sliding doors

Many modern homes have large sliding doors and panoramic windows. Although these let in a lot of light, they also cause significant heat load.

Zipscreens offer an effective solution by blocking the sun before it reaches the glass. This keeps the home cooler while preserving the view.

You can read more about this on our page about screens for sliding doors.

Keeping heat out without losing the view

An important advantage of zipscreens is that they block heat without making the home feel dark or closed off.

Depending on the chosen fabric, the view outside is largely maintained while annoying glare and much of the heat are blocked.

This creates a comfortable indoor climate without sacrificing daylight or the view.

Would you like to know more about heat protection? Then also check out our page about screens against heat in Spain.

Electric operation as standard

Almost all modern zipscreens are electrically operated. This allows even larger systems to be easily controlled with a remote control, app, or automatic sensors.

For many homes, this provides extra comfort and ease of use.

Read more about the options on our page about electric screens.

Zipscreens or roller shutters?

Zipscreens and roller shutters each have their own advantages.

Zipscreens are ideal when you want to block heat and keep the view. Roller shutters offer maximum darkening, extra insulation, and complete privacy.

Which solution suits best depends on the home and your personal preferences.

Also read our comparison on the page screens or roller shutters in Spain.

Installing zipscreens on the Costa Blanca

At Port of Altea, we are happy to advise you on the right screen solution for your home. We consider the location of the home, window dimensions, wind load, and your wishes regarding comfort and privacy.

We handle the entire process from advice and measuring to delivery and professional installation.

We install zipscreens in Altea, Albir, Calpe, Moraira, Benissa, Jávea, Dénia, Benidorm, and surrounding areas on the Costa Blanca.

Related pages

Would you like to know more about screens? Then also check out our pages about screens in Spain, screens against heat, screens for sliding doors, electric screens, and sunshades in Spain.