Retractable Awnings, or Folding Arm Awnings can be described as a Mediterranean-style awning, which incorporates the added benefit of retracting back to the wall when not in use. These awnings can be manually operated with a crank handle (up to 6m wide) or a motorised control with a motion wind sensor for safety at any width. For the ultimate in patio awnings, Melbourne locals choose Yarra Shade.
The motion sensors and motors are made by Somfy or Becker and can be controlled by remote control or a hard-wired wall switch. There are several models including full cassette units where the fabric disappears into a discrete cassette mounted to the wall. There are also semi-cassette units or the recommended Australia Folding Arm Awning open units where the mechanism is exposed but generally covered by a colour-bond pelmet for aesthetics and protection. Melbourne’s most trusted retractable awning units are of commercial quality and provide excellent reliability and value for money in all settings.
Yarra Shade only uses the most trusted material and products when it comes to Folding Arm Awnings for your property. These materials are chosen on the basis of their quality, shade provision, waterproof applications and visual appeal. For safety reasons, we do not install 5m projection retractable awnings in most residential circumstances. Folding Arm awnings are suitable for most walls that are approximately 3m high. The maximum width of a Folding Arm Awning is 12m and its maximum protection is 4m. The width of a Folding Arm Awning must be at least 40cm wider than its projection for structural purposes
Available in Liso Acrylic Canvas, Atmosphere awning fabric,Farrari Soltis awning fabric and Orchestra and Planosol, a valance is also available for these retractable awnings to ensure they add aesthetic value to your home or commercial property.
A key consideration to bear in mind when installing Folding Arm Awnings is that blue board or cement sheet walls require a backing board to be fitted, which you can paint if you choose. This allows the awning to be fitted safely to any wall. In most circumstances Folding Arm Awnings can be fitted to brick and weatherboard walls in any Melbourne property. To fit an awning in front of the gutter is possible through the fascia for houses with a tiled roof.
Our Folding Arm Awnings package includes a qualified contractor who has significant experience in this field. If it is motorised, the electrician will charge for the time and materials required for each job. The typical cost for this is around $200-$300.
Contact Yarra Shade today on 1300 474 233 (1300 4 SHADE) to cast a better shadow over your property.
With their sun protection, wide variety of colours and designs, our Folding Arm Awnings are ideal for both residential and commercial applications including:
View our wide range of solid and striped colour options for Folding Arm Awnings and choose one to suit your home or business.
Flexible, durable, Teflon finish and perfect for Australian conditions.
Can be used for both external and internal applications, Fire Resistant, UV Reduction.
Vistaweave has a guaranteed 5 year UV stable.
Optimal UV radiation protection.
Docril acrylic fabrics are ideal for blinds, awnings, umbrellas.
Micro-ventilated textiles for solar protection. Main applications: Facade blinds - Veranda and conservatory blinds - Sail shades
Note: our folding arm awnings do not include an electrician to commission motorised units. Yarra Shade Co have a preferred electrical contractor with significant experience in the field. He will charge for the time and materials required for each job. A typical cost for the electrician is $200-300.
Yarra Shade Co provides motors, remotes and motion sensors at cost price as a customer service.
Our Folding Arm Awnings package includes:
It is important to note that our warranties for this product to not cover wind and weather damage. Even with a motion sensor, the wind can still damage the awning in extreme circumstances; however the warranty does not cover wind damage in this circumstance either.