About this project
This Carlow installation is about making shade available across a wide outdoor area. The awning spans just under six metres and uses an anthracite frame for a simple, dark finish.
The canopy measures 5.95m across and extends 3.5m outwards. A width like this can be useful where the area to be shaded runs along a longer section of the building. The depth of the canopy matters too, particularly when seating is positioned further from the wall.
Planning a broad area of shade
A long canopy can serve a wider arrangement of outdoor furniture, but its total size is only the beginning of the decision. The position of the sun changes during the day, so a shaded patch will not always sit directly beneath the same part of the fabric.
For another wide patio, note when shade is most useful and where people tend to gather. Those observations can help with the choice of width and projection. This Carlow installation provides an example of a broad canopy without adding lighting or front features to the specification.
Solution and installation
Motorised opening and closing are included, along with a wind sensor. This project keeps the emphasis on the canopy itself: its size, the fabric and the way it can be extended or retracted as the outdoor space is used.
Key benefits and project details
- 595cm width for a broad canopy
- 350cm projection
- U104 fabric on an anthracite motorised system
Location and surrounding areas
This project was completed in Carlow.
For a wider outdoor area in Carlow or neighbouring Graiguecullen, begin with the space you want shaded. Enquiries from the surrounding area can include approximate dimensions and the hours when the patio is normally used.
FAQ — Carlow
How wide is the Carlow installation?
The specified width is 5.95m, with a projection of 3.5m.
Is the canopy opened by hand?
This awning has motorised operation. Manual winding is not the operating method listed for the project.
Will the shaded area stay in exactly the same place?
No. Shade moves as the sun changes position. Consider the time you normally use the patio when discussing the canopy dimensions and mounting position.