Accessorising Your Weinor Awning: Essential Add-ons for Year-round Comfort

A Weinor awning transforms outdoor spaces into comfortable living areas, offering protection from sun and rain. Renowned for their durability and style, Weinor awnings become even more luxurious with carefully chosen accessories that enhance functionality and ambiance. From integrated LED lighting to efficient infrared heaters, discover how you can maximise your outdoor enjoyment no matter the time of day or year.

Weinor’s range of accessories includes energy-efficient infrared heating systems and LED lighting options that integrate seamlessly with awning installations, allowing you to extend your outdoor entertaining well into the evening hours. These additions create a welcoming atmosphere whilst providing practical benefits.

The ability to control lighting, heating and sun protection through high-quality remote transmitters adds convenience to the outdoor living experience. Modern technology allows these features to work in harmony, creating a sophisticated and comfortable environment for any outdoor gathering.

Understanding the Basics of Weinor Awnings

Weinor awnings represent sophisticated German engineering, combining durability with modern functionality for outdoor living spaces. These premium shading solutions integrate advanced materials with smart technologies.

Types of Weinor Awnings

Weinor manufactures several distinct awning categories to suit different architectural requirements. The cassette awning design protects the fabric and mechanical components when retracted, ensuring longevity in challenging weather conditions.

Retractable awnings feature the proprietary Longlife arm system, engineered with high tension force to maintain fabric tautness. These models extend smoothly without sagging or drooping.

Fixed roof terrace covers, pergolas provide permanent shelter, whilst retractable roof systems offer flexibility for varying weather conditions. Each type utilises powder-coated aluminium frames for maximum durability.

Advanced Features of Weinor Awnings

Premium Somfy motorsied awnings incorporate sophisticated motors for smooth operation. Remote-controlled functionality allows effortless extension and retraction at the touch of a button.

Built-in sensors automatically respond to wind and rain, protecting the awning from damage. Smart home integration enables automated operation based on weather conditions or time schedules.

LED lighting systems can be seamlessly integrated into the awning frame. These energy-efficient lights create ambiance whilst extending usability into the evening.

Infrared heating elements mount directly to the frame, delivering targeted warmth for year-round comfort. These heaters operate independently of the awning position.

Enhancing Functionality with Weather Sensors and Remote Control

Modern automation and control features transform a basic awning into an intelligent outdoor living solution that responds to environmental changes whilst offering effortless operation.

Weather Sensing Technology

Integrated weather sensors provide essential protection for Weinor awnings by monitoring environmental conditions in real-time. Wind sensors automatically retract the awning when speeds exceed safe thresholds, preventing potential damage to the structure.

Sun sensors adjust the awning’s position based on light intensity, maintaining optimal shade throughout the day. This helps protect indoor furnishings from UV damage and regulates interior temperatures.

Rain sensors trigger automatic retraction during precipitation, protecting both the awning fabric and outdoor furniture beneath it.

These intelligent sensors work together seamlessly to protect the awning investment whilst maximising its functionality in varying weather conditions.

The Convenience of Remote-Controlled Awnings

Remote control systems from Weinor and Somfy enable precise operation of awnings, integrated lighting and heating elements without complex wiring installations.

High-quality handheld transmitters offer intuitive control of multiple functions:

• Awning extension and retraction
• LED lighting brightness adjustment
• Heating element intensity control
• Timer programming for automated operation

Wall-mounted control units provide a permanent control solution, ideal for frequently used settings. These can be positioned conveniently near doors or seating areas.

The wireless technology allows users to adjust their outdoor comfort settings from anywhere within range, perfect for entertaining or relaxing in the garden.

Accessorising for Comfort and Aesthetic Appeal

Modern awning accessories transform outdoor spaces with sophisticated lighting, heating solutions, and customisable design elements that enhance both functionality and visual appeal.

Integrating Lighting and Heating

LED spotlights integrated into awning cassettes provide warm white illumination for evening gatherings. These energy-efficient lights create an inviting atmosphere whilst minimising electricity consumption.

The Tempura heating system offers targeted warmth through electromagnetic infrared technology. These compact, swivelling lamps heat people and objects directly rather than wastefully warming the surrounding air.

Key heating features:

• Energy-efficient infrared technology
• Adjustable lamp positions
• Compact, modern design
• Instant warmth delivery

Choosing Fabrics and Frame Colours

Weinor offers an extensive selection of weather-resistant fabrics in contemporary patterns and colours. These materials undergo rigorous testing to ensure they maintain their appearance despite exposure to sun and rain.

Frame customisation includes a comprehensive range of RAL colours. These powder-coated finishes provide excellent durability against weathering and scratches.

Design options:

• Classic solid colours
• Modern patterns
• Fade-resistant treatments
• Coordinated frame-fabric combinations

During a consultation and quotation, we can provide fabric swatches and colour samples to help visualise the final appearance. This hands-on approach ensures our customers select combinations that complement their existing outdoor décor.

Expanding Outdoor Spaces with Weinor

Weinor’s comprehensive range of solutions enables homeowners to maximise their outdoor living areas whilst maintaining protection from the elements. Their premium products seamlessly connect indoor and outdoor spaces through thoughtful design and engineering.

Innovative Solutions for Garden and Terrace

Garden spaces transform into sophisticated living areas with Weinor’s versatile product range. Glass rooms offer a perfect balance of shelter and openness, creating usable spaces throughout the year.

Somfy’s smart integration of conservatory blinds and window shading prevents overheating whilst maintaining natural light levels. These systems operate smoothly via remote control or smart home integration.

Side screen blinds provide essential wind protection and privacy. They extend laterally from existing structures or can be freestanding, making them ideal for creating sheltered dining areas.

The Integration of Awnings with Orangery Extensions and Verandas

Orangery extensions paired with Weinor awnings create adaptable spaces that respond to changing weather conditions. The awnings mount directly to the outside of your orangery extension structure, providing additional shade when needed. Our awnings help to create a seamless flow and extension of useable living space.

Our experienced installation engineers ensure proper integration between components, maximising functionality and aesthetic appeal. Each system receives precise calibration to operate smoothly.

Key features:

• Weather sensors for automatic operation
• LED lighting options for evening use
• Heating elements for cooler days
• Remote control operation
• Powder-coated aluminium frames

Glass room and veranda combinations suit various architectural styles, from traditional conservatories to modern garden rooms. These installations extend the practical use of outdoor spaces well beyond summer, into the winter months.

Winchester Awnings are a leading supplier of Weinor and Somfy motorised awnings in the south of England. We provide a huge range of awnings, recovering service and also servicing to existing awnings. Get in touch to see how we can help you or your business.

At Winchester Awnings we have an impressive 30 years of industry experience. We are also an authorised dealer of the highly sought after German manufacturer, Wienor.

We offer bespoke and high-quality awnings, tailored to each customer’s preferences. This includes custom-made designs in a variety of colours and fabrics. Our commitment to quality ensures the highest standards in both materials and craftsmanship.

Available Services

• No Obligation Quotations: Customers can obtain detailed estimates without any commitment.
• Expert Advice: Professional consultation to find the perfect awning solution.
• Professional Fitting: Installation is handled by trained and experienced professionals.

Areas Covered

Winchester Awnings are the only authorised dealers of Weinor awnings in the Winchester area. We cover multiple regions, including:

• Hampshire
• Surrey
• Dorset
• Sussex
• Berkshire

Additional Benefits

• Made to Measure: Each awning is custom-made to fit specific needs.
• Family Run Business: Personalised service with a focus on customer satisfaction.
• Survey Service: Initial surveys to ensure precise measurements and perfect fit.

For information on our commercial awnings, take a look at our commercial awnings or canopy pages to see how a commercial awning can draw attention to your shop or restaurant and boost your business. With over 30 years in the industry and using trusted brands such as Weinor and Somfy, you can trust in Winchester Awnings to provide you with the highest quality awnings with expert advice and knowledge.

We also provide a huge range of blinds and shutters to homes and businesses. Visit our sister site Winchester Blinds for more information.