Grey rollable front awning with a full-width vertical screen lowered above a residential patio

Rollable front awning with a full-width screen lowered over a residential patio

More shade. More privacy.

Rollable Front Awnings in Dublin

Q: Do you have examples around Dublin?

The project examples include front-drop installations in Citywest and Rialto, Co. Dublin, and Dunshaughlin, Co. Meath.

An extra layer of shade when the sun sits low.

A rollable front valance adds a vertical fabric screen at the leading edge of the awning. Lower it independently when you need extra low-angle shade or privacy, then raise it when you want a more open view.

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Showroom in Clane, Co. Kildare. Projects across Dublin and surrounding counties.

At a glance

A considered starting point for your project

01
Low-sun shading
The additional vertical section provides shade beyond the overhead canopy.
02
A little more privacy
Adjust the front screen to suit how you are using the patio or terrace.
03
Independent adjustment
The front valance operates separately from the main awning.
04
Project-specific choices
Discuss the main fabric, front material, frame and controls together.

Completed installations

Rollable fronts in real outdoor spaces

See how the overhead canopy and vertical front screen work together across different patios. Select any image to view the complete photograph.

Wide rollable front awning installed across a residential garden patio — 01
Wide shade across the garden

Striped dark awning seen from below with a rollable front screen providing lower-level shade — 02
Shade below the canopy

Brown rollable front valance lowered at the edge of a patio awning for additional privacy — 03
A front screen for privacy

Grey rollable front awning with a full-width vertical screen lowered above a patio — 04
Full-width front shading

Light-coloured rollable front awning extended from a modern house above a paved terrace — 05
Clean lines on a modern terrace

Beige rollable front awning shading outdoor lounge seating beside a house — 06
A comfortable shaded seating area

Taupe rollable front awning with its vertical screen lowered above a residential patio dining area

01 / Low sun control

Shade that continues below the front edge

An overhead awning handles high summer sun well, but late-afternoon and evening light can arrive from a much lower angle. The rollable front adds a vertical layer of fabric exactly where the standard canopy stops protecting the seating area.

For patios and garden terraces in Dublin, Kildare and Meath, this can make west- or south-west-facing spaces more comfortable without permanently closing the view. The front section can be raised again when the sun moves or when a more open outlook is preferred.

Light rollable front awning with a vertical fabric screen providing additional low-angle sun shade on a patio

02 / Adjustable privacy

More privacy without building a permanent enclosure

The front valance can also help screen a terrace from neighbouring gardens, nearby roads or lower sightlines. Because it operates independently from the main awning, the amount of coverage can be adjusted to suit the time of day and how the space is being used.

Fabric colour, openness and the required drop are selected as part of the project specification. That makes the system suitable for residential gardens as well as selected hospitality terraces where shade and visual separation both matter.

Dark mesh rollable front screen lowered over an outdoor dining table for shade and added privacy

03 / Fabric & specification

The front screen should be specified with the whole awning

The best result comes from treating the canopy, vertical screen, frame finish and controls as one installation. A darker or more open screen fabric can change glare, privacy and the visual weight of the system, while the available drop depends on the chosen configuration.

AD Solutions surveys and installs made-to-measure awnings across Dublin and surrounding counties, with the final dimensions, fabric, controls and compatible accessories confirmed for each property before installation.

Completed installation photographs supplied for this page. Fabric colours, front-screen depth, frame finish, controls and accessories vary by project.

Overhead canopy + front valance

Two directions of shade, one considered installation

The existing range describes a semi-cassette-style appearance when the arms and fabric are retracted. The independent front drop adds flexibility without turning the patio into a permanently enclosed space.

Start with the direction of the sun and the view you want to keep. The front fabric, drop and controls can then be discussed for your installation.

Options for the selected system

Plan lighting and controls together

The Dunshaughlin and Citywest examples shown in the project examples include lighting in the arms and front valance, together with motorisation and a wind sensor. These are project configurations: the compatible package is agreed for your own system.

Discuss the details with our team

Close-up of the rollable front awning front bar and vertical valance mechanism — Front-bar detail from a completed installation.

Lighting to discuss

Ask about compatible integrated lighting and dimming when specifying the awning.

Control to suit you

Discuss the main canopy and front valance separately, including any app or smart-home requirements.

Wind-aware operation

A front drop is not a windbreak for strong conditions. Follow the operating limits of the installed system.

Project specifications

Examples from the front-drop range

01 / Dunshaughlin

600 x 350 cm

Location: Co. Meath
Frame: DB703
Fabric: D307
Details: Lighting in arms and front valance; motorised with wind sensor

02 / Citywest

500 x 350 cm

Location: Co. Dublin
Frame: RAL 1015
Fabric: R126; Screen fabric to front
Details: Lighting in arms and front valance; motorised with wind sensor

03 / Rialto

435 x 300 cm

Location: Co. Dublin
Frame: RAL 7016
Fabric: D308 canopy and front
Details: Special brackets; motorised with wind sensor

Dimensions describe the individual installations in the specification examples, not product limits. The gallery photographs show completed installations from the supplied image set and are not mapped one-to-one to these specification cards unless confirmed.

Before the quotation

A front drop should be planned around the site

A short brief and a few photographs are a useful starting point. There is no need to finalise the product specification before the first conversation.

Start with your project brief

01
Which side of the terrace receives low-angle sun?
02
How much of the view would you like to screen?
03
Which materials and controls do you want to compare?
04
Does the mounting position require specialist brackets or preparation?

From first conversation to handover

A clear route to your outdoor project

01
Describe the space
Share the low-sun issue, intended use and photographs.
02
Survey the mounting
Review the available width, fixing points and access.
03
Choose the configuration
Agree the canopy, front material, controls and options.
04
Install & demonstrate
Check operation and explain how to use the front drop.

Dublin & surrounding counties

Plan your front-drop awning project with our team

AD Solutions supplies and installs outdoor shading across Dublin, Kildare, Meath and Wicklow, with selected projects throughout Ireland.

Planning a project in North or South Dublin, Castleknock, Blackrock, Malahide, Swords or Lucan? Send your Eircode and photographs so we can discuss the location and survey availability.

Our showroom is in Clane, Co. Kildare. Dublin is part of our installation area, not a second showroom address.

Discuss your location and project

Visit the showroom

AD Solutions, Clane

Arrange a conversation about the product range, finishes and options for your proposed space.

Unit 4FA Clane Business Park, College Road
Clane, Co. Kildare, W91 Y0H3

Phone: 085 258 0455
Email: info@ad-solutions.ie
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Please contact the team to plan your visit.

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Questions, answered

Rollable Front Awnings - useful questions

Practical information to help you prepare for a project conversation.

Ask our team

What is an awning front drop?

It is a fabric section that extends vertically from the front of an awning. It is also called a rollable front valance and is used for additional shade and privacy.

Can I operate the front valance independently?

Yes. The front section operates independently from the main canopy.

Can the front drop be motorised?

The original range describes manual or automatic front operation depending on the setup. Confirm your preferred arrangement with the team.

Can lighting be included?

Selected projects shown in the project examples have lights in the arms and front valance. The compatible lighting configuration should be confirmed in the quotation.

Can I leave the front down in strong wind?

No. The front should be retracted in stronger wind because it is not designed for significant wind loads. Follow the instructions for the installed system.

Do you have examples around Dublin?

Yes. The existing project examples include Citywest and Rialto in Co. Dublin, plus Dunshaughlin in Co. Meath. The gallery also shows completed rollable-front installations, but individual photograph locations are not labelled on this page.

How do I request a quote?

Send the location, approximate size and photographs, together with a description of where you need additional shade or privacy.

Start with your space

Find the right shade for your terrace

Tell us about the sun, the space and the view you want to keep. We will discuss the next step with you.

Request a Free Quote Call 085 258 0455

Rollable Front Awnings in Dublin

A considered starting point for your project

Low-sun shading

A little more privacy

Independent adjustment

Project-specific choices

Rollable fronts in real outdoor spaces

Wide shade across the garden

Shade below the canopy

A front screen for privacy

Full-width front shading

Clean lines on a modern terrace

A comfortable shaded seating area