Strap or Motorised Shutters? Outside or Inside Box
How to choose between strap-operated and motorised shutters, what differs between an outside and an inside box, and what to ask before ordering.
Choosing products
Cassette or Classic Awning? How to Choose for Your Terrace
Cassette or classic
| Criteria | Cassette | Classic |
|---|---|---|
| Fabric protection | The cassette encloses the fabric when retracted | The fabric stays more exposed |
| Look | Cleaner | Simpler |
| Best for | Strong exposure, frequent use | A simpler solution |
Manual or motorised
Awnings are offered manual or motorised. A motor makes opening and closing comfortable, especially for large spans; manual is the more economical choice. The fabric is UV-certified material on a strong aluminium structure.
What to assess at the technical visit
- the terrace orientation and how much sun it gets;
- the wall or structure the awning attaches to and the area it covers;
- wind: retract the awning in strong wind;
- the fabric colour and how it matches the facade and shutters.
When a pergola makes sense
Aluminium pergolas, with or without a canopy, are made to project and suit large terraces, restaurants and cafés. See also strap and motorised shutters for shading windows.
Common mistakes
- Installing without assessing the wall or structure the awning attaches to.
- Leaving the awning open in strong wind.
- Choosing fabric without UV protection.
Frequently asked questions
Is the fabric sun-resistant?
Yes, we use UV-certified material.
Can I get a pergola without a canopy?
Yes, aluminium pergolas are offered with or without a canopy, to project.
Is a pergola an alternative to an awning?
Yes. For large spaces we offer aluminium pergolas, with or without a canopy, to project.
How protected is the fabric when retracted?
On cassette models, the fabric is enclosed in the cassette when the awning retracts.
