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      What wind speeds will an awning withstand?

      February 1, 2016

      Generally a self supporting retractable awning wil stand up to wind speeds of around 20mph. Most higher specification awnings will have a tested and certified wind rating based on km/h or the…

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      Can I install a retractable awning by myself?

      January 31, 2016

      Category: FAQs  |  General Faqs  |  Patio Awnings  |  Wind Solutions  |  

      Yes, it is perfectly possible, but most of the awnings are very heavy and require a minimum of 2 people for installation and lifting into place. The wall bracket fixtures are one…

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      What is a Weinor Pergotex?

      September 8, 2015

      Category: FAQs  |  General Faqs  |  Installation  |  Patio Awnings  |  

      The Weinor Pergotex is a newly developed and highly effective retractable fabric roof canopy system using a very tough vinyl fabric, far thicker and stronger than normal awning fabric.

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      What is the Best All Year Round Solution?

      September 6, 2015

      Category: FAQs  |  General Faqs  |  Rain Protection  |  

      This isn’t that easy to answer, as it depends on your expectations. ‘All year round’ for many commercial applications may actually mean most months, but not the coldest winter months. For domestic application…

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      Do you supply traditional ‘victorian’ style verandas?

      July 24, 2015

      Category: FAQs  |  General Faqs  |  Glass Rooms  |  Rain Protection  |  Wind Solutions  |  

      Yes we do, the definition and perception of which varies slightly, but is usually a visual detail in the framework and supporting posts. We can offer ‘victorian’ style front support posts on…

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      What are the glass veranda systems manufactured from?

      July 24, 2015

      Category: FAQs  |  General Faqs  |  Glass Verandas  |  Rain Protection  |  

      Our glass veranda systems are all manufactured using high quality aluminium profile sections and various thickness of safety specific glass, between 8mm and 12mm think depending on the model.

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      Do you supply umbrellas that will work in high winds?

      May 19, 2015

      Category: FAQs  |  General Faqs  |  Glass Verandas  |  

      Yes we do, and very high wind speeds too..

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      What is the best umbrella for me?

      May 19, 2015

      Category: FAQs  |  General Faqs  |  Sun Shading  |  Umbrellas  |  

      There are many different umbrellas for sale in the UK, we try to explain the differences.

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      Using Your awning in wind, rain and snow

      April 3, 2015

      Category: FAQs  |  General Faqs  |  Sun Shading  |  Umbrellas  |  

      Awning use in wind, rain, snow and ice…

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      The general do’s and dont’s of operating a patio awning

      January 9, 2015

      Category: FAQs  |  General Faqs  |  Patio Awnings  |  

      With a retractable self supporting awning there are some general rules to stick to with daily usage.

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