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Custom Awnings
for shade when you want it.

Folding arm, Sundream, window and canopy awnings, plus outdoor blinds and retractable roofs. Made in Australia, manual or motorised, fitted by our own team.

Limited time offer

Up to 25% off

custom awnings

Folding arm, Sundream, window or canopy awnings, outdoor blinds or a retractable roof, all custom-made to fit your home. We’ll measure, bring the samples and answer every question right at your door.

Free. No obligation. Take your time to decide.

Sound familiar?

The patio nobody sits on after 11am. Rooms that bake all afternoon.

The Problem

Too hot outside. Too hot inside as well?

The summer sun turns the patio into a hotplate by late morning and everyone drifts back inside. Then it hits the glass and heats the house too. The air conditioner runs all afternoon, the floors and furniture fade, and the outdoor area you paid for barely gets used.

  • ✕Patio too hot to use from late morning
  • ✕West-facing rooms that bake all afternoon
  • ✕Air conditioning running hard and power bills climbing
  • ✕Floors, furniture and curtains fading in direct sun
Sound familiar?

The patio nobody sits on after 11am. Rooms that bake all afternoon.

Limited time offer

Up to 25% off

Save big and lock in your fitting date before summer. We’ll measure, quote and answer every question right at your home.

Free. No obligation. Take your time to decide.

The Fix

Awnings stop the heat before it reaches you.

Shade the patio, shade the glass, and the whole house runs cooler. Seven ways to shade or enclose your outdoor space, custom-made to your home in acrylic, PVC or mesh fabrics. Crank it out by hand, or motorise it and let a sun sensor do the work.

Picture it

Long lunches under the awning. Cooler rooms behind it. Roll it away when you want the sun back.

Charcoal folding arm awning over an outdoor lounge

Folding Arm Awnings

Wide, open shade over a patio or deck on hinged arms, with no posts in the way. Retracts flat against the wall. Spans up to 7m, manual or motorised.

Sundream motorised awning shading a glass roof

Sundream Awnings

A large motorised sunshade that mounts overhead, above a glass roof or pergola, or on its own posts. Stops the heat before it hits the glass.

Navy fabric window awnings shading a modern home

Window Awnings

Shade the glass and stop the heat outside, where it belongs. Automatic, fixed guide, wire guide and pivot arm styles for every window in the house.

Dutch hood canopy awning over a window

Canopy Awnings

Fixed fabric canopies over doors and windows. Door canopies, cupolas and Dutch hoods that shade the glass and add street appeal.

Outdoor blinds enclosing a poolside alfresco area

Outdoor Blinds

Straight drop blinds that enclose a verandah or alfresco against sun, wind and rain. Clear PVC, mesh or blockout fabrics, tested to 140km/h winds.

Sintesi retractable fabric roof over a patio

Sintesi Retractable Roof

A sleek retractable fabric roof with integrated gutters, rated to 102km/h winds. Covers a pergola or courtyard for all-weather, year-round use.

Watson louvre roof over an alfresco outdoor kitchen

Watson Louvre Roof

Adjustable aluminium blades tilt to let the sun in or keep the rain out at the touch of a button. A weatherproof opening roof for all-season entertaining.

How It Works

Three steps. No pressure.

You don’t have to know what you want before we arrive. That’s our job.

1

Book online

Pick a time that suits. We come to you across Canberra, Batemans Bay, Nowra and Wagga.

2

Free home consultation

We measure, show fabric and colour samples at your home, and quote on the spot. 30 to 45 minutes. No obligation to decide.

3

Custom-made & fitted

Made in our Canberra factory to fit your exact space. Installed by our own team. Backed by a lifetime warranty.

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Free in-home consultation. No obligation.

Tell us where you are and we’ll come to you. Bring the fabric samples. Take measurements. Give you a real quote.

You don’t have to decide on the day. Take a week. Take a month. We’re not going anywhere. We’ve been here since 1968.

Free quote with no hidden costs
No pressure to buy at the appointment
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Why Watson

Local, family-owned, built to last.

50+
years local

Your neighbours, not a franchise

We’ve been here since 1968. Same family. Same community. Same standards.

∞
lifetime cover

Industry-first lifetime warranty

We stand behind every product we make. If it’s faulty, we fix it. Simple as that.

100+
local staff

Custom made down the road

Custom measured. Custom made. Locally fitted. No outsourcing. No middlemen.

Real Customers

What locals are saying

★★★★★

“The folding arm awning changed how we use the deck. Long lunches in January without anyone melting. Worth every cent.”

SM
Sarah M.
Awnings · Gungahlin
★★★★★

“Consultant came out, measured, gave us the quote on the spot. No pressure at all. We took two weeks to think about it and they were patient the whole time.”

DK
David K.
Awnings · Wagga Wagga
★★★★★

“Installation was clean, on time, and they explained how everything worked. The west-facing lounge is finally usable in the afternoon.”

RP
Rachel P.
Window Awnings · Batemans Bay
Visit Us

Find your nearest showroom

Come see, touch and test the products in person. Or have us bring everything to your home.

Watson Blinds Canberra

Mon, Wed, Fri: 9am–5pm
Tue, Thu: 9am–4:30pm
Sat: 9am–1pm

Watson Blinds Batemans Bay

Mon–Fri: 8:30am–4:30pm

Watson Blinds Nowra

Mon–Fri: 9am–5pm

Watson Blinds Wagga Wagga

Mon–Fri: 8:30am–4:30pm

Or skip the showroom. Book a free in-home consultation and we’ll bring everything to you.

Common Questions

Things people ask before booking

How long does an appointment take?
Most home consultations run 30 to 45 minutes. The consultant measures your space, walks you through the awning types, fabric, colour and operation options, and gives you a written quote before they leave.
Is the consultation really free?
Yes. Free. No obligation. No pressure to buy on the day. Take a week. Take a month. We’d rather you make the right call than a fast one.
What is the difference between a folding arm awning and a Sundream?
A folding arm awning reaches out from the wall on hinged arms and retracts flat, so it suits patios and decks with a wall to fix to. A Sundream is a large motorised shade that runs on guide rails overhead, above a glass roof or pergola, or on its own posts. Both are custom-made and both can be motorised.
Can awnings stay out in wind and rain?
Awnings are sunshades first. Folding arm and Sundream awnings handle light rain, and motorised models can add a wind sensor that retracts the awning automatically when it gets gusty. For full wind and rain protection, pair them with outdoor blinds.
How much do awnings cost?
Every awning is made to measure, so the price depends on the type, size, fabric and whether it is motorised. A window awning or door canopy costs far less than a wide folding arm awning, and Sundream systems are the largest investment. Your consultant will give you a firm price for your exact space on the day.
How far ahead are you booking?
A few weeks out at the moment. If you want the shade sorted before the summer heat, book early. We’ll give you a clear timeline at the consult.
What areas do you service?
Canberra, Batemans Bay, Nowra and Wagga Wagga. We come to you. If you’re outside those areas, get in touch and we’ll let you know if we can help.
Ready For Summer

Shade when you want it.
Sky when you don’t.

Book a free home consultation today. Lock in your 25% saving. Take your time to decide. No pressure, ever.

✓ Free ✓ No obligation ✓ Up to 25% off ✓ Lifetime warranty