Luxaflex Folding Arm Awnings by Sunteca
09 Apr, 2008
Folding arm awnings, available from Sunteca are among the most
versatile and sensible forms of sun protection you and your home can
have.
They extend or retract to achieve the precise amount of shade you want.
Awnings above an outdoor entertainment area or poolside are a sensible
way to protect you from heat and harmful ultra violet rays.
The folding arm concept means there are no unsightly support posts to
take up leisure space. They also extend a long way. Two new Luxaflex
folding arm awnings, the Monaco and Bedarra, will extend up to 3.6
meters from a wall.
In addition, the Monaco, which is like a capsule and encloses the
fabric and arms while not in use, can be 14 meters wide. You have lots
of shade and shelter, literally at your fingertips. The new Luxaflex
awnings combine European styling with smart engineering. Both offer the
advantages of variable pitch.
This means they can be easily tilted. The homeowner can maximise shade
and protection as the sun rises and sets, and as the seasons change.
Previously, a tradesman was usually required to carry out such
adjustments. The Luxaflex Monaco awning has an adjustable pitch of up
to 45 degrees, while the Bedarra offers a generous 60 degrees. The
Monaco also incorporates a cassette into which the fabric and folding
arms retract. It gives a crisp appearance and protects the components
from the elements.
Metal components have a durable powder-coating finish to harmonise with
most domestic architecture. The folding arms and tensioning chains are
corrosion resistant, marine grade stainless steel, adding to the
awnings’ reliability and longevity. Both the new Luxaflex Folding Arm
awnings offer a choice of operation - either a manual crank or motor
drive. Sun and wind sensors, which operate automatically, are also
available.
Fabric is one of the most important aspects of any awning. The proven
Luxaflex Solaire acrylic is used with the Monaco and Bedarra
models.Available in an extensive range of fashionable colours, both
plain and striped, the fabric is specifically designed and made for
Australian conditions.