Step 1

•  Can an Awning be fitted to your property?

Patio awnings can be fitted to most types of property, but due to the weight of the blinds and the leverage on the wall mounting brackets when the awning is extended, it is important the following be taken into account.

1. Walls should be flat and clear of any obstructions like drainpipes, and should be of a sound brick construction.

2.  Ideally you should have a minimum of five courses of brickwork above the window.

3. Thermal block walls (Celcon type) as found on many extensions and bungalows where there is less brickwork above the window are not suitable for large projections, the maximum we would normally recommend is 2 metres (6ft 6"), and would probably require special bungalow fixing brackets, this is subject to a site survey.

Step 2

• What size should you make your Awning?

1. The minimum width of your awning should be the width of your window or door plus an overhang either side, approximately 300mm (1ft) each side if possible, or round the awning width to the nearest metre. The greater the overhang each side the better protection you will have as the sun moves around.

2. The projection of your awning would first depend on how good the fixing was on your wall. The projections that are available are 1.5 metres(5ft) up to 4 metres(13ft) in half metre increments. 

Step 3

• Choosing the right type of Awning

Not all awnings are made the same! They may look the same on the surface, but many awnings are poorly manufactured using inferior castings and fittings which crack and break. Unfortunately its the parts you can not see that cost the money to produce which make all the difference. In recent years this problem seems to be getting worse with cheap imports from Asia, these awnings are so poorly made with feeble arm casting which just snap with out warning would you what your family sitting under these! and most are fitted with polyester covers which fade to an unrecognisable colour in a matter of months.

 
The awnings we sell at Worth & Company are manufactured in Germany to the very highest of standards. The awnings are thoroughly tested before they are released into production, to keep these standards they are continually checked through the manufacturing process to ensure quality control. From our experience although they are not the cheapest on the market we can assure you that they are of the finest quality giving you many enjoyable years of trouble free use, unlike many of their cheaper look alike alternatives.

We have a huge range of awnings to select from our Weinor and Varisol ranges, both manufactures awnings are of the the finest quality.  Below we have listed a small selection available from there ranges to cover most applications.

1. The Varisol G100 is our entrance level awning, well designed and comes complete with a fully fitted top pelmet to protect the fabric. Available in sizes up to 6.5mt(21`4") wide and projections up to 3.5mt(11`6")

2. The Varisol K250 awning is our most popular, a very good quality full cassette awning, stylish and well constructed available in sizes up to 6 metres(19`8") wide and a 3.5 metre (11`6") projection.

3. The Weinor I2000 cassette awning is our most durable blind, especially suitable for larger installations where a very strong and robust blind is required.  Available in sizes up to 7 metres (23ft) wide  and a 4 metre (13ft) projection with the option to link more units together if required.

4. The Weinor Opal LUX by day the Opal Lux gives you comfortable shade - in the evening the integrated lighting creates a cosy atmosphere.  Established Weinor sun protection with perfect outside lighting and heating available for cool days make for a well though-out system for your patio. Now you can end the day with pleasant lighting and warmth.

5. The Weinor Cassita being an end fixing type awning is able to span up to 5 metres wide with no central support necessary.  This makes this an ideal choice for those more complicated installations where there is no centre fixing points or very limited space to fit in.  Electrically operated as standard and available with down lighters.

Please Note all imperial sizes are for guidance only.