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Markilux MX-1 and MX-1 Compact
It seems the days of inconspicuous awnings may be over now with the latest awning offering from Markilux. A canopy and retractable awning combined in one unit, with technology bursting out of every direction.
Bespoke awnings and canopies for educational institutions
When it comes to building a conductive learning environment, there are various elements to consider. Providing sun shelter at school is not just an addition to a school’s infrastructure, they serve an important role in improving student’s educational experiences and providing a secure and comfortable environment while benefiting from being outdoors.
Enhancing your commercial outdoor dining space
An outdoor dining space poses an unparalleled opportunity for businesses to attract customers, get additional covers and create the kind of ambience that keeps people coming back. Making the space versatile and attractive is a must – if you have the luxury of outdoor space, then you should be able to use it as much and as often as possible. The key to enhancing your outdoor dining space and making it pay its way is to treat it like an extension of the indoors: while it can be beautiful, it should be just as practical so it can be used reliably come rain or shine. Effective coverings are needed to bring this plan to life, providing shade and shelter so diners can enjoy the space in comfort. And the more flexible the coverings are, the more use you will get from your dining area.
Planning your glass room for spring 2024
Get ready for the spring season by creating a flexible new outdoor space. Glass rooms blend the best of the outdoors with the shelter and protection of the indoors – they're perfect for businesses seeking adaptable outdoor space, especially in unpredictable weather. Regularly installed by owners of restaurants, pubs, bars, hotels, cafes and other customer-facing businesses, glass outdoor rooms present a fantastic opportunity to expand and grow.
Weinor introduces 5 trendy arcylic patterns for extra wide fabric awnings
Weinor, our leading manufacturer in innovative sun protection solutions, has just unveiled an exciting addition to its collection – 5 brand new acrylic patterns for extra-wide fabrics.
Pergola Ideas for Hospitality
There’s nothing quite like the British outdoors. Your customers, armed with a pint and sunglasses, love to make the most of the sun when it comes. However, even the keenest sun lovers need a little shade sometimes, and that’s where a retractable pergola steps in. It is the ideal solution to transform your hospitality venue’s outside spaces into an inviting, modern area that customers will not want to leave. In this article, our team from Commercial Awnings will discuss why pergolas are a wise investment for your businesses.
A Guide to Retractable Awnings for Commercial Use
Retractable awnings are a wise investment if you want to improve the exterior of your business. The right awning installation can improve customer comfort, expand usable outdoor area and improve kerb appeal whether you run a coffee shop, office building or a retail business. However, it can be challenging to pick the best style for your business needs, because of mechanism variations available.
Get your terrace ready for Spring 2026: the commercial outdoor cover checklist
If you rely on outdoor seating, February is the month to plan – not when the first warm weekend hits and you’re trying to solve wind, rain and glare in a rush. Commercial outdoor cover works best when the roof type, layout, fixings and weather protection are designed together, so you can open earlier, trade later, and keep tables usable when the weather turns.
