Nationwide have been installing custom made Awnings across the UK for over 30 years.
For those looking for a more all-weather solution then our range of Sun & Rain Awnings may be the product for you.
Rain Awnings use an aluminium frame with support posts at the front. This allows for much larger sizes than a traditional Patio Awning and also allows for use in tougher weather conditions.
Utilising the same UV protective fabric as our other Awnings, you have the benefit both sun protection and also use in moderate rain fall.
The term "Awning" can relate to many products. However, in our industry, an awning is a retractable product designed for providing shade, usually manufactured from an aluminium frame and an acrylic based fabric. It is generally mounted to wall of a property (though can be freestanding) and extended using a spring-loaded folding arm that retracts back into a cassette when not in use.
The primary difference between a standard Awning and a Sun & Rain Awning is the Sun & Rain Awning utilises a frame including guide rails and front posts.
This provides much more rigidity which in turn allows much larger projections and in turn, allows for use in stronger winds and heavier rains.
For rain water to effectively run off of the fabric a minimum pitch (angle) should be set to at least 14 degrees.
This is not always possible or practical and, in these instances, we can provide an adjustable post that easily drops one side of the Awning down for those times you need rain protection.
The new innovative Tumba Awning overcomes the 14 degree limitation using a unique locking and tensioning system. Allowing water run off at just 8 degrees.
When the Tumba Awning is fully extended, the fabric is then automatically tensioned like a trampoline. Water then has nowhere to go but into the integral gutter system and out of the bottom of the posts.
With it's minimalistic frame, stylish and innovative design and with projections up to 5m you can see why this product won the Red Dot Design Award.
For even larger sizes be sure to check out our range of Aluminium Pergolas including Terrace Roof Awning Systems.
These Awning systems allow for use in almost all of the great British weather and provide huge areas of shade and shelter. Ideal for Cafes, Restaurants and schools.
All of our products use components sourced from around Europe. We use German engineered fabrics, world leaders in tubular motors and high-grade aluminium to ensure your chose product lasts a lifetime.
In addition to our Sun & Rain Awnings be sure to check out our other products including Rotating aluminium Louvered Roofs, Glass Verandas and exterior Climate Control Screens.
Request BrochureMonday - Friday 09:00 - 17:30
Saturday 09:30 - 14:30 (appointment recommended)
Appointments outside these hours available on request
Our designer will visit your home and guide you through the range of products, designs and installation possibilities. You will see a range of samples, swatches and images
Upon placing an order our Technical Surveyor will visit to take the final measurements and run through any further questions.
Manufacture will commence with many of our products being made from our Dorset based factory.
Our expert installation teams will bring your product in their Nationwide vehicle and install it - often within a day.
Product questions or technical support? We are here to help for the lifetime of your product.
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