Motorised Canvas Awnings

Motorised canvas awnings combine the timeless practicality of traditional window awnings with the convenience of modern automation. A long standing feature of many Melbourne homes, canvas awnings are an effective way to reduce heat, block harsh sunlight and provide reliable shade for windows and outdoor areas.

Installed externally, canvas awnings prevent direct sunlight from hitting the glass, helping keep interiors cooler while protecting flooring, furnishings and artwork from fading. By adding discreet motorisation, these classic awnings can now be operated effortlessly from inside your home, giving you complete control over light and shade throughout the day.

Motorised canvas awnings are available in a choice of fabrics to suit different needs and aesthetics. Traditional blockout acrylic fabrics provide maximum shade and heat reduction, while modern sunscreen mesh fabrics allow you to filter sunlight while maintaining views to the outside.

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Operating Canvas Awnings

Canvas awnings typically operate on projecting arms that extend the fabric away from the window. This design creates a shaded buffer zone that reduces solar heat gain while allowing cooling airflow beneath the awning. The angled arm system also allows windows to remain open while the awning is lowered, maintaining ventilation and comfort.

Traditional canvas awnings can be operated manually with a pull stick, making them a simple and reliable solution. Motorised canvas awnings offer a convenient upgrade, allowing operation via remote control or wall switch. Motorisation is particularly useful for higher windows, balconies, verandas or hard to reach areas.

SOMFY TaHoma Switch

The SOMFY TaHoma switch is the central hub that connects and controls the smart home ecosystem. When selecting a motorised canvas awning, you can add the TaHoma Switch which:

Powers the TaHoma app for homeowners and giving you complete control, no matter their preferred smart home ecosystem.
Allows you to use voice commands to adjust your blinds via Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, and Google Home.
Can control up to 50 Somfy Zigbee products or 40 channels of Radio Technology Somfy (RTS) motorized products.
The TaHoma app enables users to setup and configure their products, and access their smart shading from anywhere.
Allows you to adjust your blinds and shades with the TaHoma app on your smartphone.
Allows you to launch your two favourite scenes from the customisable buttons.

Canvas Awning Fabrics

Canvas awning fabrics provide complete UV protection while adding colour, texture and character to the exterior of your home. Available in a wide range of block colours, classic stripes and contemporary tones, canvas fabrics can enhance your façade while delivering reliable shade and heat protection.

Designed for Australian conditions, modern canvas fabrics are durable and long lasting. They are water resistant, stain resistant, tear resistant and mould resistant, making them a practical choice for outdoor window awnings across Melbourne homes.

Available fabric types include:

Shade Mesh / Sunscreen Mesh Fabric
Filters sunlight while maintaining outward visibility. A good option when you want to reduce glare and heat without fully darkening the room.

Traditional Canvas
Provides strong blockout performance, reducing heat and daylight significantly. Ideal for maximum sun protection and room darkening.

Acrylic Canvas
A lighter weight canvas often used for roller blinds and folding arm awnings. Depending on the colour selected, it can allow a small amount of natural light while still providing effective shade.

Waterproof PVC
A highly durable fabric that offers strong protection from both sun and rain, making it suitable for year round outdoor exposure.