Outdoor · Side protection
Side awnings. Protection from prying eyes, wind and low sun.
Sunlight does not only come from above. Side shading makes seating areas comfortable where evening sun, draughts or prying eyes can be a nuisance.
What defines this solution
The small addition that transforms your outdoor space.
A side awning complements roof and patio awnings precisely where protection from the side is missing. It can be extended when needed and otherwise stays discreetly in the background.
Inspiration
The many ways side awnings can make a difference.
The benefits for you
More than a product. A difference in everyday life.
Screening
Creates privacy without a solid wall or fixed partition.
Glare protection
Ideal for low morning or evening sun.
Wind protection
Reduces uncomfortable draughts from the side in sheltered seating areas.
Flexible
Only extend it when protection is needed – afterwards, the fabric retracts into the cassette.
The right direction
Side protection solves problems that a roof awning alone cannot address.
Sun from the west, crosswinds and prying eyes cannot be blocked from above. A side awning therefore completes many patio designs.
Screening
For patios next to paths or neighbouring property boundaries, or with open sides, privacy is provided only when needed.
A selection tailored to your project and installation requirementsLow sun
Morning and evening sun can cause intense glare from the side – vertical fabric provides protection exactly where it is needed.
A selection tailored to your project and installation requirementsShelter from the wind
In sheltered settings, a retractable side screen reduces unwanted draughts and makes the seating area calmer.
A selection tailored to your project and installation requirementsPLANIGRAPH system selection
Systems for different requirements.
The system names make it easier to find your way around, including in manufacturers’ documentation. Together, we determine which option suits your space, architecture and intended use.
QUICK-ROLL FLEX
Side fabric shading for privacy, protection against low-angle sunlight and a greater sense of shelter on your patio, balcony or pergola.
PLANIGRAPH expertise
Compare systems. Plan the right solution.
Especially in the late afternoon, a side awning often makes the difference between somewhere that is „too bright“ and a favourite spot you can truly enjoy.
The system names help you find your way around – including later in the manufacturer’s catalogue. The technically suitable version depends on the installation conditions, intended use, size, wind exposure and desired features.
Design & comfort
Transparent, opaque or colour-coordinated – the fabric changes the space.
Transparency
Depending on the fabric, the connection to the outdoors is preserved or the screen provides greater privacy.
Tension
An integrated spring or tensioning mechanism keeps the fabric under control as it is extended.
Fixing point
The wall, ground or post must securely support the awning when extended in the desired direction.
Combination
A side awning combines particularly well with cassette awnings, pergola systems or glass roofs.
More perspectives
Materials, architecture and use change the overall effect.
Different installation settings show how the solution looks on a patio, in a garden or alongside glazing, and which details matter when planning and designing.
Planning
So the solution works just as it should once installed.
For outdoor products, architecture, weather, fixings and operation must all be considered together. We clarify these points before providing a quotation.
PLANIGRAPH Service
Service for existing systems.
Repairs, retrofitting and controls remain part of PLANIGRAPH’s service even years later. Select the service that suits your existing system.
Fabric, folding arms, bearings, motor, controls and fixings for existing awnings.
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Add targeted sun, privacy or heat protection to existing buildings and installations.
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Checking and upgrading motors, radio controls, handheld remote controls, sensors and existing solar shading controls.
View service →Frequently asked questions
The questions that really matter before you decide.
Does a side awning also provide wind protection?
It can significantly reduce wind from the side, but it does not replace a structurally designed windbreak wall. The location and the manufacturer's approvals remain key considerations.
Can the cassette be removed in winter?
Depending on the system, provision is made for easy removal or storage.
Can I combine it with an existing awning?
Yes, this is a common application. Colour, fabric and fixings should be coordinated together.
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Show us your terrace.
A photo, approximate dimensions and an outline of what you would like are enough to get started. We will match your enquiry to the appropriate product range.