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Elevate Your Outdoor Living With Awnings And Bask In All-Season Comfort

Combining Functionality and Aesthetics

Australia is renowned for its stunning outdoor environments, and as Aussies, we relish spending time outside, soaking up the sun and admiring the scenery. Whether we’re kicking back on the terrace, hosting gatherings on the verandah, or barbecuing with our nearest and dearest, being outdoors brings us joy and a feeling of belonging.

But bad weather and annoying insects can ruin our outdoor fun. We don’t want to get caught in the rain or be bothered by bugs while enjoying the outdoors.

To guarantee comfort and protection from the elements all year round, a suitable shade solution is crucial. Awnings provide a versatile option for creating new outdoor spaces or expanding existing ones, and they offer both practical and aesthetic benefits.

At Watson, we offer awnings that not only provide exceptional functionality but also have a stunning appearance. With our awnings, you can relish your outdoor living space throughout the year, regardless of the weather.

Product Options

Alpha SRS Outdoor Blind: This awning will protect you from the weather all year round. It can be customised to fit any space, making it a great option for enclosing outdoor areas like courtyards, patios, or balconies and creating an additional room in your home, regardless of the season.

Semina by Weinor:The Semina is a versatile and effective option for quick setups, boasting a stylish and contemporary appearance. Additionally, it is constructed to endure the most challenging weather situations.

Cassita II by Weinor: Hailing from Germany, the Cassita II showcases an impressive attribute – LED lighting! Its sleek and refined style effortlessly blends with the environment, and its cassette safeguards the fabric and mechanisms, guaranteeing resilience.

Plaza Viva by Weinor: The awning is made in Germany and is an intelligent and user-friendly option that can be controlled with a single touch. Furthermore, it is self-sustaining and customisable to satisfy all your needs.

Sintesi Retractable Roof: Blending Italian refinement with practicality, this retractable roof features a mounting frame that is elegantly designed with an integrated rain gutter and downpipe system, providing both aesthetic appeal and utility in one sleek package.

Sundream Awnings: If you desire a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor spaces, then this product is the solution you’ve been looking for. Its efficient operation ensures both longevity and effortless upkeep.

Zipscreen Awnings: Enjoy the outdoors in fashion, every day, and all day long with this alternative to conventional awnings that not only shields from the sun, wind, and rain but also from troublesome bugs.

Window Awnings: Our selection of window awnings is skillfully designed to block excessive sunlight and heat from entering your area. These awnings offer protection for windows of any shape and dimension, and are ideal for use on both single-story and multi-level structures.

Folding Arm Awnings: Discover our Folding Arm line, featuring the Discus, Stratos I, Stratos II, and Stratos III. These models provide enhanced versatility and usability by enabling you to retract the fabric when you wish to bask in the sunshine.

Choose Your Awning

FOLDING ARM
SINTESI RETRACTABLE ROOF

Why Choose Awnings?

Fabrics

retractable awnings fabric
retractable awnings cassette

Selecting the appropriate fabric is crucial in ensuring the longevity and resilience of your awning against various weather conditions. Since different types of awnings require different types of fabrics, it’s important to consider the type of awning you own before making your selection.

Our awning fabrics are made to endure the harsh weather conditions in Australia while still looking aesthetically pleasing. For instance, our Folding Arm awnings are available in various colours that can be customised to fit your style.

When selecting the fabric for your awning, take into account these key factors:

Air flow

Prefer an unobstructed view and ample air circulation? In that case, Clear PVC is an ideal option. Conversely, suppose you wish to enclose your patio or veranda while also enjoying a refreshing breeze. In that case, you should choose a fabric with approximately 10% openness and an open weave. By doing so, you can establish a pleasant outdoor atmosphere while ensuring proper ventilation.

Durability

Outdoor fabrics are frequently subjected to a range of elements that may deteriorate their quality over time. Thankfully, fabrics with DURAGUARD® Fabric Protection are explicitly formulated to withstand stains, prevent odours, inhibit bacterial growth, and deter mildew and fungi accumulation. This ground-breaking protection system helps guarantee that your fabric remains in excellent condition for an extended period, even in the face of severe outdoor conditions.

Colour fastness

Choosing a fabric with excellent fade-resistance to the sun is essential for maintaining the original colour of your awning fabric for many years. It’s recommended to select a fabric that has a fade-resistance rating of 6 or higher to ensure that your fabric retains its colour vibrancy over time. With this feature, you can be confident that your awning will continue to look as good as new, even after prolonged exposure to sunlight.

Privacy and view through

When choosing an awning fabric, it’s crucial to take into account the distinction between open and closed weave fabrics. Additionally, you should consider whether you need privacy during the day or night. While a darker open weave fabric offers excellent visibility during the day, it may compromise your privacy at night by enabling others to see inside. Hence, it’s crucial to carefully evaluate these factors to select an awning fabric that caters to your unique requirements.

MATERIALS

Mesh | Canvas | Clear PVC | Acrylic

Tips 'n Tricks

To ensure that you pick the most suitable fabric for your home or retail space’s awning, consider creating a checklist. A checklist can prove invaluable in helping you identify the best fabric that meets your specific needs. It can also enable you to quickly find answers to any questions that may arise during the selection process. By taking the time to evaluate your requirements and carefully weigh your options, you can find an awning fabric that is a perfect fit for your needs:

  • Purpose: Determining the intended use of your awning is critical in identifying the best solution that satisfies your requirements. Although it may seem like an obvious consideration, different spaces have diverse needs that must be taken into account. For example, an awning meant to cover a swimming pool may not be appropriate for a storefront. Therefore, comprehending the purpose of the awning is key to discovering the optimal solution that fits your precise needs.
  • Space: To ensure that your awning is suitable for the intended space, it’s essential to evaluate the circumstances carefully. Although most options are compatible, some situations may warrant additional consideration. By taking the time to assess the space and its requirements, you can be confident in your selection of the perfect awning for your needs. It’s worth noting that our team is always ready to assist you at every stage of the process, should you require any help.
  • Fabric: For detailed information on our awning fabrics and available options, please refer to the earlier sections. Remember to choose a fabric that aligns with your intended use, as this will help you achieve your desired outcome. For instance, if you require a transparent option, clear PVC may be a more fitting choice than a retractable canvas awning.

Here's What Our Clients Are Saying

4.8
Steve D
Steve D
Verified Buyer
Very good experience with Watson Blinds. Highly recommended.
Watson blinds were very responsive to quote, very helpful when doing the measurement, quote, and installation of our roller blinds was perfect. We got quotes from others who seemed to rush or weren't helpful. Very good experience with Watson Blinds. Highly recommended.
Peter S
Peter S
Verified Buyer
I'm very happy with the team at Watson Blinds and Awnings and I'm happy to recommend them.
5 stars for Ben H and Ryan. Excellent work installing a large motorised awning. The two electricians that came after to wire it up were very professional and also did a very neat job. I'm very happy with the team at Watson Blinds and Awnings and I'm happy to recommend them. Many thanks from Pete.
Yvonne P
Yvonne P
Verified Buyer
We could not have asked for a better service.
Both installers, Eddie and Troy were very pleasant and polite. They installed the motorised screens in a most efficient manner. They clearly instructed us on the use of the blinds and remote control. We could not have asked for a better service. Thank you!
Ross P
Ross P
Verified Buyer
Excellent service.
Excellent service again. I have used Watson Blinds to install in both the kitchen and more recently the utility room, all working off the same remote. By far the best installation of the alternatives I looked at.
Kim O
Kim O
Verified Buyer
We could not be happier and highly recommend them.
We had honeycomb blinds and sheer curtains installed today and can not fault the process from beginning to end. Loyzek was on time to measure up and help us make decisions on what blinds and curtains would meet our needs and had amazing knowledge about all products. Today, Russell and Merv arrived were professional and courteous and completed the work in a timely manner with precision. Both Russell and Merv were very knowledgeable about the product, from installation to cleaning and safety. We could not be happier and highly recommend them.
Ben T
Ben T
Verified Buyer
Did another really good job
We've had a lot done by Watson's over the years and every time they have been fast, efficient and high quality. Ryan and Ben H did another really good job on our latest install of external shutters.
Steven T
Steven T
Verified Buyer
A very friendly and professional team.
Thanks to Watson Blinds. We received excellent service from showroom, to in-person quote, to installation. A very friendly and professional team. Ben S and Ben H were on time, and friendly and efficient during the installation, and made sure we were happy before they left. Thank you all very much.
Simon E
Simon E
Verified Buyer
The staff are professional and reliable.
From the point of my initial inquiry onwards all my dealings with Watson blinds were a pleasure. The staff are professional and reliable. The quote was competitive. Ryan and Ben H did a top job installing, making sure everything was just perfect.
Debbie R
Debbie R
Verified Buyer
The quality of Watson’s products is exceptional.
Just had blinds & shutters installed. The quality of Watson’s products is exceptional. Installers Eddie & Mick were punctual, their workmanship was excellent, and the work space was left clean & tidy. Our second time using Watson’s & definitely not our last.
Kevin K
Kevin K
Verified Buyer
A tough job done well.
A tough job done well. Drew, Troy and Ben H worked well together to install outside automated blinds despite heights, heat and wasps. The blinds work really well and make a great difference to internal and external looks and thermal comfort. We thoroughly recommend this team