Outdoor Awnings and Blinds
At Cairns Blinds, we are able to offer you a solution to all of your outdoor awning or blinds needs. For our harsh Australian environment, shade outdoors is considered mandatory, especially as we look to protect ourselves from the sun's harsh rays during the Summer season. Outdoor awnings and blinds are the perfect solution when it comes to keeping out of the sun.
Outdoor Awnings are overhanging secondary coverings which are fixed to the exterior wall of a building. Their primary purpose is to protect the window beneath from the sun, wind and rain and they can effectively decrease the amount of sunlight accessing your home. Awnings have been measured to actually reduce heat gain up to 77% on west-facing windows.
Materials for outdoor awnings can vary, with popular types including canvas, polyester, cotton, metal, wood and PVC. Canvas awnings are a very popular choice due to their durability and lower price range.
The most popular style of awnings are retractable awnings. These awnings provide a space saving solution as they can be rolled up or folded back when not being used. Retractable operation is available in many styles including folding arm and pivot arm, which can be manually operated, motorised or remote controlled.
In comparison, fixed awnings are stationary and fixed in place to a building’s exterior. They are comprised of a robust frame with a non-moving attached. They are build to be sturdy and long lasting as they are permanently exposed to the elements, however can require more maintenance than retractable awnings because of this. They are best used in applications where permanent shade or coverage from weather is required.
Outdoor Blinds are the perfect addition to your outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios or al-fresco areas. They are excellent for blocking out not only the sun in the warmer months, but the wind and rain in the cooler seasons. They are especially efficient at blocking insects and wind, with the more robust styles having minimal blind movement in windy areas. As they are see-through, Outdoor Blinds can be a perfect complement to an outdoor area offering the benefits of keeping the weather out, but not shutting the space in completely. They can also be used to create an outdoor room which can be used all year round.
Modern Outdoor Blinds are usually installed into the structure and use base rails, locks and channels to ensure a perfect fit. They can also be motorised for that extra bit of home automation, even able to be controlled from a smart phone.
The main material used for Outdoor Blinds is PVC which is extremely durable and resistant to the harsh UV rays of the sun, the wind, and rain. They are available in a wide range of colours and are specifically designed to be resistant to colour fade.
Contact us today so that we can help you in finding the perfect solution for your outdoor blinds or awnings needs.
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