Primrose

Three models of awning explained
Here you can see pictures of each different awning type. There is also more information at the bottom of the page to help you choose your awning.

From £169.95

From £349.95

Scroll down for details of each model

Standard Awning

This is our budget option, prices start at £169.95
Operation is manual, by way of a winding handle.
The awning can be opened as much or as little as you like up to the maximum projection.
You can alter the slope of the awning from almost horizontal to a relatively steep tilt of approximately 40 degrees from the horizontal.
Protective covers are available for storage
The fabric is 300gsm polyester
( click here for details of our fabrics)

Half-Cassette Awning

These have a metal casing which protects the fabric roll when retracted. It doesn't go all the way round - for this you need the full cassette. The valence does not retract into the cover but can be removed.
Both manual and electric awnings are available. Manual operation is by way of the winder on the side.
It is adjustible to enable you to alter the slope of the awning from almost horizontal to a relatively steep tilt of 35 degress from the horizontal.
The awning can be opened as much or as little as you like up to the maximum projection.
The fabric is 300gsm polyester
(click here for details of our fabrics)

Half cassette awnings between 2 and 4.5 metres wide look like the above images. Ones that are 5 to 6 metres wide appear like the photo immediately to the left.

Full-Cassette Awning

Awning retracts into a casing which completely covers the fabric, protecting it from the elements.
Both manual and electric awnings are available.
Full cassette awnings are the strongest of all our awnings.
The integrated gutter in the front bar also allows water to run off easily.
The awning can be opened as much or as little as you like up to the maximum projection.
The slope of the awning can be changed from almost horizontal to a relatively steep tilt of approximately 30 degrees from the horizontal.
Awnings are available with a choice of fabric - 300gsm polyester and 300gsm acrylic
(click here for details of our fabrics)

The full cassette awnings comes with a valance (frilly bit hanging down) attached (see left). This remains outside the awning when closed. If you prefer, the valance can easily be removed - see pictures above.

Balcony / Window "Drop Arm" Awning

Ideal for balconies, drop arm awnings are designed to shade the window and prevent internal glare and/or fading of curtains and indoor furniture. Stylish and simple, they are a popular choice both for domestic use and for shops, cafes and restaurants.
We currently offer drop arm awnings in five colours - ivory, plain green, terracotta, yellow and grey stripe, and blue and white stripe - and in three sizes:
-1m wide, projection 1m.
- 2m wide, projection 1.5m
- 3m wide, projection 1.5m
Our drop arm awnings come with a half cassette to project the fabric when retracted.
The awning fabric is made from hardwearing, waterproof, rot-proof, PU and UV stabilised 180gsm polyester and is easy to sponge clean. Note that our drop arm awnings are not really big enough to sit under

Which awning should I choose?

The key questions are:

Our range at a glance

We sell three models -

standard awnings without cassette
half cassette awnings
full cassette awnings

Our standard awnings without cassette are all manual. The half cassette and full cassette awnings are available as manual or electric.

What size awning do you want?

Our awnings come in standard sizes as follows:

Width	Maximum Projection
2.0m (6ft 3")	1.5m (4ft 9")
2.5m (8ft 2")	2.0m (6ft 7")
3.0m (9ft 10")	2.0m (6ft 7") or 2.5m (8ft 2") depending on colour/style
3.5m (11ft 6")	2.5m (8ft 2")
4.0m (13ft)	3.0m (9ft 8")
4.5m (14ft 7")	3.0m (9ft 8")
5.0m (16ft 4")	3.0m (9ft 8")
6.0m (19ft 6")	3.0m (9ft 8")

The standard awnings are available in all widths from 2.0m to 4.5m. The half cassette awnings are available in all widths from 2.5m to 6.0m. The full cassette awnings are available in all widths from 2.5m to 5.0m.

What style do you want? (And what is your budget)?

The main difference in style is the cassette. The cassette is the casing into which the awning retracts - half cassette awnings have a 'half' cassette which sits on top of the fabric roll, thereby protecting it from rain and dirt. The valence does not retract back into the cassette. Full cassette awnings have a 'full cassette' the awning retracts completely back into the cassette and is therefore fully protected against the elements. Standard awnings have no cassette they are our least expensive awning.

Full cassette awnings are significantly more expensive than the other models. In general they are a heavier duty model, able to withstand 'robust' use. As well as residential use, they are ideal for commercial use in shops and pubs etc.

Above: Standard, Half-Cassette and Full-Cassette

Click here to see prices, colours and availability.

Manual versus electric

All three styles - standard, half cassette and full cassette - are available as manual only awnings. They are operated by a winding handle on the side of the awning.
In addition our half and full cassette awnings are available as electric awnings. In general, an electric awning costs between £75 and £100 more than the same model without a motor, depending on whether you want operation by wall switch only, or by wall switch and remote control. Including a wind sensor will add a further £75.

How are the electric awnings operated?

The awnings can be operated by a wall switch or by remote control. We offer the following options the price depends on the option selected. Please note that not every option is available on every awning see the individual product details to confirm the available options.

Option 1:
Awning with indoor wall switch only.

Option 2:
Awning with remote control kit containing a receiver box and two remote controls. Fix the receiver box to a wall indoors. The remotes are radio controlled and can be operated indoors and outdoors. The receiver box also has its own switch.

Option 3:
Awning with remote control kit as above and a wind, sun and rain sensor. The wind, sun and rain sensor opens the awning automatically when the sun comes out and closes it automatically in high winds.

The remote control receiver box can be mounted externally by purchasing our waterproof housing.
Some awnings include a winding handle for use in the event of a failure in the power supply.

Which fabric colour would you like and would you like any accessories?

We have a wide range of patterns and colours to choose from, click here to see our full range or click here for more information on fabrics. We also sell awning accessories - do you need a spare cover, winter storage bag, or wind, sun and rain sensor? Click here for more.