Retractable Shade & Awnings For Outdoor Spaces
Freestanding awnings are an elegant and versatile solution for your sun protection needs. At markilux, we understand that every challenge requires a customized solution. That's why we offer high-quality products to meet your needs. On the one hand, our range includes freestanding systems that can be combined with markilux folding-arm awnings or markilux pergola models. On the other hand, there is our exclusive markilux markant awning system, which can be optionally supplemented with external blinds and panoramic windows.
Discover freestanding awnings from markilux in detail.
Our extensive range of freestanding awnings opens up countless possibilities. Get to know the variety of our products and the convenience of our customized solutions. With markilux, you always get the right solution for your sun protection.
Freestanding awnings are more than just sun protection - they're a statement in style and functionality. Discover the quality and variety of our freestanding awning systems and enjoy the freedom to design your product according to your wishes. At markilux you will find the right one for every requirement.
markilux markant
The markilux markant awning system is more than just a sunshade - it's an expression of style and functionality. Discover the quality and variety of our markilux markant system and enjoy the freedom to customize it to your liking. No matter where you need sun protection, markilux markant is the right choice for your outdoor space.
Product advantages
Freestanding awning system
Perfect sun, rain and weather protection
Flexible outdoor use: in the garden or by the pool
Purist design
markilux planet
The markilux planet offers maximum flexibility in the design of the outdoor area, as it can be placed in any location. It effectively protects against the sun and UV rays and allows you to adjust the shade zone as needed. It can be equipped with a markilux designer awning of your choice and is always a real eye-catcher.
Product advantages
Free standing awning parasol
Can be combined with folding-arm awning of your choice
Flexible adjustment: 335° rotatable
Design highlight
markilux syncra
The markilux syncra is a custom-made, freestanding double awning that is ideal for large outdoor seating areas or can serve as a free pergola awning with high wind stability. This versatile awning stand system offers several advantages:
Product advantages
Free-standing awning stand system for large areas
Fixing of folding arm awnings or pergolas on both sides
Mounting on concrete foundations or with stabilisation boxes
Wind stability
Advantages of freestanding awnings
Freestanding awnings are a versatile and functional addition to any outdoor space. Not only do they provide protection from the sun, rain, and other weather conditions, but they can also be customized to match the design of your home as well as the layout of your garden. This creates a harmonious aesthetic. Whether you want to shade a large area or need targeted protection in a smaller zone, freestanding awnings are flexible in size and placement.
One of the biggest advantages of freestanding awnings is the ability to use the shade provider away from a building. While classic awnings are attached to the facade of a house, freestanding sunshade solutions can be placed anywhere. Therefore, they can be placed and mounted in any location. Do you have a second patio at the back of the garden? Would you like to enjoy shade around your pool? Does your patio directly adjoin the building, but an attachment in the facade is not desired or possible? For all these cases, a freestanding system is the right choice. Whether for large areas or rather small areas, whether single awning, double awning or awning system - with the freestanding awnings from markilux you will find the suitable awning for every situation.
In addition, the freestanding awning models can be equipped with additional features such as light or infrared heaters. The freestanding markilux markant awning system can also be supplemented with external blinds or side screens of the markilux format type. This creates all-round protection from the sun and other weather influences such as wind and rain. Another advantage is that these additional side elements create a private outdoor space where privacy is maintained. Make your outdoor space functional, aesthetic and inviting both during the day and at night with markilux freestanding awnings.
FAQ about freestanding awnings from markilux
What are freestanding awnings and how do they work?
Free-standing awnings are awnings that do not have to be attached to a building. In some cases, the structural conditions do not allow an awning to be attached to the façade. Or there is no building nearby. This may be the case, for example, if you have a second terrace away from the house or would like to shade your pool area. In such cases, you don't have to do without an awning, but can simply fall back on the free-standing awning models.
If you still want a classic folding arm awning, the markilux planet or markilux syncra models are suitable. The markilux planet is a type of awning screen with a round aluminum column and square crossbar for attaching one of our folding arm awnings. It is therefore an ideal design element for your outdoor area. A special highlight: in the flex version, it can be tilted up to 335° so that it can move with the sun and provide perfect shade at all times.
The markilux syncra awning stand system is a stylish sunshade for large areas. This is a free-standing system made of aluminum that can be combined with folding arm awnings or the markilux pergola models. This allows awnings to be installed in open spaces, either with a concrete foundation or, for even more flexibility, with weighting boxes. For shading large areas, awnings can be attached to both sides of the crossbar to create a double awning.
The third freestanding model to choose from is markilux markant, a rectangular awning system for sun and weather protection. This model is ideal for covering large areas. In combination with markilux vertical awnings and the markilux format side elements, it creates an outdoor retreat.
You can complete the free-standing awnings with additional equipment such as LED lighting, radiant heaters or convenient operating options, e.g. remote control, app or weather-dependent sensors.
Are free-standing awnings weatherproof?
Yes, freestanding awnings are specially designed to withstand weather conditions such as sun, rain and even wind. They are made from weatherproof materials that are both robust and durable.
Depending on the type of fabric, the awning fabrics are water-repellent and UV-resistant. This means they not only protect you from the sun's harmful UV rays, but also from light rain.
The awning frame is made of high-quality materials such as aluminum, which is known for its strength and durability.
However, although free-standing awnings are stable and resistant, extreme weather conditions such as storms or hail can still cause damage. We therefore recommend retracting the awning during bad weather to maximize its lifespan and prevent damage. With various equipment options, you can turn your awning into a weatherproof awning.
Can freestanding awnings be customized to match the design of my home?
Yes, there are a variety of awning fabrics and frame colors to choose from to match your awning to the aesthetics of your home.
In addition, with the markilux syncra and the markilux planet, you are free to choose which awning is to be attached to the post systems.
How large can free-standing awnings be?
There are models that allow very large areas to be shaded. The markilux markant is particularly suitable for large areas. The maximum size of a single awning is 3 x 6 meters. As a double system, you can double this area to a total of 36 square meters.
Do freestanding awnings also offer lighting options?
Yes, various lighting options such as LED-Line or LED spots are available for many freestanding models. Radiant heaters can also be integrated.
Can free-standing awnings extend my privacy?
Yes, many models offer the option of integrating additional components to extend your privacy and protect you from low sun, wind and weather. With the markilux markant model, for example, it is possible to attach markilux format side elements or vertical awnings.
How is a free-standing awning installed? What structural requirements must be met?
Our awnings are always professionally installed by a markilux specialist partner. Depending on which model you choose, a concrete foundation is required. If you prefer an installation that requires less effort, weighting boxes are available for the markilux syncra model, for example.
How is a free-standing awning cleaned and maintained?
The same care instructions apply to freestanding awnings as for other awning types. As a rule, no extensive care is required, as our awning fabrics have a self-cleaning effect. Water droplets absorb dirt particles and roll off the awning fabric. We therefore recommend leaving the awning extended in light rain from time to time. If there are leaves or similar soiling on the fabric, you should remove this immediately. Dust can be removed with a soft brush when dry. Stubborn stains can be cleaned with water and a normal, liquid mild detergent. A 5% soap solution with a maximum water temperature of 30° C is ideal.
