AWNINGS IN MELBOURNE
Life Blinds retractable window awnings are practical and stylish, offering a traditional solution for outdoor shading. Designed to reduce heat inside the home, these awnings also help protect your flooring and furniture from sun damage.
We offer a wide range of options in both canvas and screen fabrics, with an extensive colour selection. Life Blinds uses only high-quality components in the production of our retractable awnings and outdoor awning blinds.
Custom Awnings For Every Space
A key feature of Life Blinds awnings and outdoor blinds is the ability to customise them to fit your specific requirements. Whether you need a particular colour or design to match your existing installations or colour scheme, Life Blinds can accommodate your needs. We also offer exclusive custom printing, including logos and designs, for both corporate businesses and private residences.
Dimensions (minimum to maximum):
- Width = 960mm to 5160mm
- Drop = 900mm to 3300mm
FABRIC COLOURS
Hooding
Hooding is a four-sided box that protects your awnings, such as outdoor awnings, window awnings and retractable awnings, from the elements, ensuring durability and style. Available in standard colours for free, it can also be powder-coated for $15 per metre to suit your preferences. POWDER COATING COLOURSSTANDARD HOODING COLOURS
CHOOSING THE RIGHT FEATURES FOR YOUR AWNING
Balanced Joins
Balanced joins are used for canvas awnings when the fabric size exceeds standard dimensions, creating two evenly spaced joins on the edges for a seamless look. Mesh fabric does not require joins, offering a sleek, modern appearance.
Valance (Straight / Scallop)
A valance is a decorative feature placed under the bottom rail of your outdoor awning, available in straight or scallop styles. It enhances aesthetics while protecting against wind, water and debris entering beneath the awning.
Bottom Rail
The bottom rail is a sturdy metal bar at the base of your retractable awning, equipped with a pull-down ring for smooth operation. It matches the colour of the hooding, maintaining a cohesive look for your awning and blinds.
Benefits
Motorised options for fixed awnings and spring roller awnings offer sleek operation and reduced glare and heat. Depending on the fabric, outdoor awnings can provide up to 100% UV protection, privacy and energy efficiency.
Care and Cleaning
Fully extend and roll up your awning blinds when dry to maintain functionality and prevent strain on fittings. Clean mildew and dirt with a soft brush; avoid soaps, detergents and bleaches to protect your canvas awnings.
Motorisation
Motorised retractable outdoor awnings allow effortless operation, ideal for hard-to-reach areas or larger blinds. The motor is discreetly hidden, providing a smooth, quiet glide with solar or household power.
Sun and Wind Sensors
Sun and wind sensors automate your modern awnings, extending them when the sun hits your windows and retracting them in strong winds. Available as remote-controlled, 240v powered, or solar-powered systems for added convenience.
TYPES OF AWNINGS
We offer a wide range of retractable awnings, each designed with a unique operational system to suit different needs. Motorisation is only available for Fixed Guide Awnings, Wire Guide Awnings and Spring Roller Awnings, providing convenience and smooth operation for both residential and commercial spaces.
CHOOSING YOUR AWNING
Rope and Pulley Awnings
Rope and Pulley Awnings are versatile and ideal for shopfronts, restaurants, verandas, pergolas and patios, offering protection from the sun, wind, dust and rain. Operated with a simple rope and pulley system, these straight drop awnings can drop straight down or at an angle, with optional valances or scallops for added style. Built with durable materials like a 50mm galvanised steel tube and aluminium top track, they are designed to blend seamlessly into any environment and provide long-lasting performance.
Operation
Using the attached cord, gently pull it towards you to extend or retract the Rope and Pulley Awning. Once the awning is fully retracted into the awning hood, wrap the cord securely around the rope cleat to hold it in place.
Fixed Guide Awning
Fixed Guide Awnings are perfect for double-storey windows in residential or commercial buildings, offering excellent shade and privacy. These spring-loaded awnings are commonly operated with a rope system, either internally or externally, with the option of a crank handle or motorisation. Durable and versatile, they are ideal for reducing heat and glare while enhancing the look of your space.
L Brackets vs U Brackets
L Brackets create a projection from the wall, while U Brackets sit flush against it, with standard L Bracket projections of 150mm or 300mm and longer options available on request.Operation
Crank operation is ideal for ground-floor awnings, while a rope and pulley system is suited for double-storey window awnings.AUTOMATIC / MOTORISED AWNINGS
Motorised awnings offer effortless operation, providing a modern and convenient solution for both residential and commercial spaces.
Auto Awning
Auto Awnings feature arms attached to guides secured to your wall, allowing smooth movement with a hooked pull-down stick. These outdoor window awnings effectively block direct sunlight, keeping your space cool and reducing summer cooling costs. Simple to operate, they can be positioned at any height for optimal comfort and convenience.Operation
The Standard Auto Awning uses a system of arms connected to guides, allowing it to glide smoothly up and down with ease. A spring mechanism ensures effortless operation, while brackets at the bottom of the guides prevent overextension.
Pull Down Stick
The pull-down stick is included at no extra charge and comes in various sizes to suit your outdoor window awnings, ensuring smooth and easy operation.
Standard sizes (free of charge):
- 1000mm
- 1500mm
- 2000mm
- 150mm or 300mm
Extended projection options (extra $10):
- 600mm
- 900mm
Spring Roller Awnings
Spring Roller Awnings are ideal for verandas, pergolas and patios, providing versatile shade and temperature control. These retractable outdoor awnings can be fully extended to block heat or retracted to enjoy cooler weather, with clips or straps to secure them in place. For added convenience, a crank handle can be included to operate the awning effortlessly.Pull Down Stick
The pull-down stick is provided at no extra charge and ensures smooth operation for retractable outdoor awnings, but it is only available if no crank handle is added. Available sizes:- 1000mm
- 1500mm
- 2000mm
Operation
The Spring Roller Awning can be manually operated using a pull-down stick or an optional crank handle for convenience. Once fully extended, it should be clipped into ground fixings to prevent movement and reduce noise. For best performance, it is recommended to keep the awning fully up or down.Crank
Your crank comes in a range of sizes to suit your awning and requires no extra charge.- 1000mm
- 1500mm
- 2000mm
Wire Guide Awnings
The Wire Guide Awning is a versatile option suitable for a variety of applications, offering both manual and motorised operation. Its compact extruded aluminium headbox, available in over 150 colours, blends seamlessly with modern and traditional architecture, making it ideal for any setting. The unique cassette design conceals the fabric and bottom rail, while the Becker automation system allows effortless control at the touch of a button.
Details
- Designed for mesh fabrics.
- Stainless steel wire guide, aluminium track or clip of options.
- Easy installation
- Any Dulux powder coat colour
- Maximum width: 6000mm