markilux awning covers
The most beautiful fabric between heaven and earth. markilux awning covers.
markilux awning covers in bright colours and top quality It is the colour and quality of the awning fabric that make the ambience on your patio and in your conservatory special. Colour nuances, patterns and textures succeed in creating that uniquely special effect by virtue of their brightness and hue.As a leading manufacturer of top-quality awning fabrics with almost 100 years of experience in the manufacture of textiles, markilux offers an unparalleled variety.
The production of awnings and fabric under one roof - that is markilux "Made in Germany" with the aim of making your living outdoors comfortable and pleasant. During the production of our awning fabrics, we leave nothing to chance. We add a final finishing flourish to the fabric with a special formula developed in house. This gives our awning covers incredible longevity and the necessary resistance to rain, light and fluctuations in temperature.
Among the more than 250 patterns in coordinated colour families, you are certain to find your very own and most exquisite fabric between heaven and earth. When it comes to making your choice, allow yourself to be inspired, enthused, advised by your markilux specialist dealer ...
markilux awning fabrics have received numerous awards. Create the most alluring shade in the world.
Highest possible degree of UV protection With an Ultraviolet Protection Factor (UPF) of 50+ all solid markilux awning covers made from sunsilk or sunvas offer the highest possible degree of UV protection offered by fabrics. Your skin's own protection factor is enhanced by a factor of more than 50. This allows you to enjoy sunny days for longer, without putting your health at risk.
Certified in accordance with Oeko-Tex standard 100 markilux awning covers are guaranteed free from harmful dyes and chemicals.
Self-cleaning effectWater droplets pick up dirt particles and run off the awning cover taking the dirt with them (the awning must be set at a pitch of at least 14 degrees),ensuring you can enjoy your beautiful fabric for a long time to come.
Bonded awning covers Panel joints bonded together ultrasonically ensure a consistent, unobtrusive appearance. Their excellent resistance to water, light and fluctuations in temperature ensures that the service life of the cover is extended substantially.
Light and weather resistance and resistance to fading High-tech yarns dyed right to the core and a high-grade finish developed in house guarantee the most stunning shade in which to relax.
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markilux awning cover collections. Quality made in Germany.
markilux smart art – awning cover collection With smart art markilux is presenting highly unusual fabric patterns – works of art, in fact. A visual highlight for your patio with the charm of artistic creativity.
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markilux visutex exclusive collection 50 / 4 / me Inspiration drawn from fashion, architecture, colour and naturally occurring special effects. 50 innovative fabrics conjure up your personal awning heaven in the tried-and-tested qualities sunsilk and sunvas – available exclusively from markilux.
architecture The wider field of architecture served as a source of inspiration for the development of our visutex collection.Its shapes, textures, colours and basic principles of good design are reflected in our exclusive fabric patterns.
fashion For the second theme in our visutex collection, we allowed ourselves to be inspired by the classics in fashion. At the same time, we were constantly aware that tastes in fashion can change very quickly. However, we also know that while fashion may go out of date, style never does.
colour Colour is life. Colour is lifestyle. It is for this reason that we have set aside an inordinate amount of room for the theme of colour in our collection.Our competence in this field even enables you to choose precisely the colour that makes you feel good from an extremely broad palette and to fulfil the realisation of your own personal awning cover. colour on demandMy colour. My style.
special effectsAs a pioneer in innovative awning fabric design, we have dedicated the fourth theme in our collection to special effects. Extraordinary “glowing” visual effects come into being as a result of the use of exceptional colours. This is truly unique .
markilux sunday collection Makes every day a Sunday. Choose your personal favourite pattern from seven different colour families – in the tried and tested qualities sunsilk and sunvas
markilux specials Semi-transparent, heat-reflecting, permeable, highly water-resistant and flame-retardant awning covers extend the range of the overall markilux collection,
transolair Solar protection with a view.
This sunvas fabric with special perforation technique stands for impressive transparency as well as good light and air permeability.
We recommend transolair be used for the markilux shadeplus, side screens as well as vertical roller blinds and glass canopy awnings.
This perforated fabric maintains visual contact with the outdoors and shields against prying eyes at the same time.It ensures good air circulation between the cover and the glass, This effectively reduces the build-up of a heat cushion between fabric and glass.The creation of water troughs is minimised.
perfotex Ideal for conservatories.
Gaps in the warp, woven into the fabric, make the material permeable to both air and water. The risk of the formation of water troughs in rain showers and the build-up of excessive heat between cover and glass is reduced. The aluminium coating* applied to the series 332 .. reduces solar gain as well The weather fast finish also inhibits the accumulation of dirt and offers excellent water repellency.
perla FR Protects perfectly against both sun and rain
This highly flame-retardant and waterproof (for purpose) fabric with a transparent coating on the underside should be used wherever special fire safety regulations are to be observed and where protection from both rain and sun as well as a decorative effect are required.
transolair Solar protection with a view. This sunvas fabric with special perforation technique stands for impressive transparency as well as good light and air permeability. This effectively reduces the build-up of a heat cushion between fabric and glass.
transolair
perfotex Ideal for conservatories. Gaps in the warp, woven into the fabric, make the material permeable to both air and water.
perfotex
perla FR This highly flame-retardant and waterproof (for purpose) sunvas fabric complies with stringent fire retardancy regulations.
perla FR
markilux fabric printing Please send us your lettering or logo. We will be pleased to make you an individual offer for colour as well as for monochrome printing.
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Old for new – changing awning fabric
Your markilux awning is still in good condition, but the cover no longer appeals to you? The awning cover is completely out of date or it no longer conforms to the colour scheme on your patio? Exchange your old awning cover for a new high-quality solar protection cover from markilux and adorn your favourite outdoor spot with an attractive design from the current markilux collection. This offers you high-tech material, breathtaking colours and distinctive patterns that complement the architecture of your house and your own personal style.
Generally speaking, the awning cover of any markilux model – young or old – can be changed. You don’t own an original markilux designer awning, but you would still like to buy a ready-made markilux awning fabric? No problem! If you want to change your awning fabric, we will make you a new individual cover for your old awning. Be inspired, impressed and advised by your local markilux specialist dealer. They will be happy to exchange your old awning fabric.
You can see that every markilux awning is a one-off thanks to its identification number (it used to be called a “BA number”, but since the beginning of 2021 it has been known as the production number or “FA number”), which since 2002 has been used on all markilux awnings in the form of a small sewn-in label on the awning cover on the right-hand side of the front profile. Using this number, we can determine which company installed the awning and which model it is, including dimensions, options and accessories. This makes it simpler to exchange the awning fabric.
The costs for changing awning fabric vary from project to project. It is therefore best to get an individual, non-binding quotation from your local specialist awning dealer to find out exactly how much it will cost to replace your awning cover.
Cleaning an awning – care instructions for your markilux awning
At the latest, your shade giver will be exposed to changing weather conditions as soon as it is extended, regardless of whether you have an open style awning or a cassette awning. Soiling is quite simply unavoidable. We are pleased to be providing you with a few tips here on how to clean your markilux awning when necessary.
How to take proper care of your markilux awning cover
So that you can reap long and lasting enjoyment from your awning cover, here are a few tips regarding its treatment and care:
Dust and dirt can best be removed when dry using a soft brush.
Remove leaves, twigs and similar debris immediately.
Small marks or stains should be removed using water and a commercially available, preferably liquid, mild detergent (5% soap solution: water temperature max. 30 degrees Celsius) – then rinse thoroughly with water
Detailed instructions for the cleaning and care of blind and awning covers can be found in the guidelines of the Industrial Association for Technical Textiles, Shutters, Solar Shading e.V. (ITRS).
How should I clean a markilux awning with a "sunsilk snc" cover?
"sunsilk snc" is a high-quality awning fabric with a self-cleaning effect. This means that the dust particles on the surface of the fabric are absorbed by water droplets (for example during rain or wet cleaning) and run off with them when the awning is at a certain angle of inclination (min. 14 degrees).
You can wash off heavy soiling using a hose (not high pressure). To do so, clean the cover on both sides and leave the awning out to dry.
If necessary, clean using a sponge or soft brush with a small amount of mild detergent and warm water with a maximum temperature of 30 degrees Celsius. Please do not scrub otherwise the surface could be roughened or even damaged. Then rinse the awning fabric several times with fresh water and allow it to dry.
How does the nano effect work with awning covers?
markilux awning fabrics are mainly available with what is called the nano effect. This concerns the quality fabrics "sunsilk", "sunvas" and "transolair".
The easiest way to understand how this effect works is to imagine that there are microscopically small hairs or spikes covering the surface of the cover. These prevent, for example, rainwater or dirt being in direct contact with the surface of the awning cover. Because the hairs have a minutely small surface area at their tips, everything is suspended above the actual surface of the material. This demonstrates how rain can clean dirt off an awning.
What happens to my wet or damp markilux awning?
markilux solar protection fabrics are impregnated with a water-repellent finish and, if properly cared for and used at a pitch of at least 14°, remain impervious to water during short, light rainfall.
In the case of covers with an "snc" coating, we recommend that the awning be left out in light rain to initiate the self-cleaning effect. During prolonged and/or heavy rainfall, retract your awning or keep it closed to prevent damage.
Over time, dust and other dirt particles inevitably settle on the awning cover – a rich breeding ground for fungi (patchy marking) and/or moss. For this reason, the awning cover should never remain retracted when damp for a long period. It is best to extend the awning again as soon as possible so that it can dry.
The sides of the awning sag – side hem elongation is normal for awning fabrics
In most cases an active tensioning system keeps the awning cover almost permanently taut. Although seams and hems provide reinforcement, they also have to withstand considerable strain. When the fabric is being rolled up, the seams and hems lie on top of one another which increases the pressure and tension even more. They are therefore exposed to considerable tension and this can cause them to stretch. As a consequence, the side hems may sag slightly during extension and retraction of the the awning.
Source: ITRS (BKTex)
What else you should know about markilux awning covers
Awning covers are industrially manufactured textile products which serve both a functional and a decorative purpose. They are high-tech products that meet strict technical performance criteria.
In each production cycle, the markilux awning fabrics undergo extensive laboratory tests. Criteria such as water impermeability, stiffness, dirt and water-repellent properties, resistance to tearing and tear propagation, colour fastness and numerous other characteristics are defined, assessed and guaranteed for each fabric type by the manufacturer.
Although only first-class, quality controlled fabric is used to produce awning covers, there are limits to the degree of perfection that can be achieved. Awning owners sometimes complain about certain aspects of the cover which cannot be completely excluded, in spite of the extremely high technical standards that can be achieved today.
Creases can appear during manufacture and if the cover has been folded. A dark line may become visible at the crease when viewed against the light, especially in the case of lighter colours. This is because the fibres have become kinked when the fabric was folded (altered light refraction).
Puckering at the panel joints and in the centre of the panels can appear along the side hems, near the panel joints and in the centre of the awning cover. There is a double layer of awning fabric at the panel joints. Consequently, as the cover is wound onto the roller the two layers of fabric are forced to assume different diameters thus creating tension within the fabric. The tension of the folding arms and the weight of the roller tube and/or front profile can exacerbate this effect. Puckering can also develop if a "water trough” forms during heavy rainfall.
Small imperfections in awning covers cannot be avoided for production reasons. These imperfections could be:
Knots
Uneven yarn thicknesses
The occasional broken yarn
Waviness and uneven rolling-up characteristics at the hems and/or panel joints
Signs of fabric stretch at the hems
Moreover, creases caused during the manufacturing process which manifest themselves as dark lines when seen against the light are unavoidable.
The cover's inherent weight may mean that it sags to a certain extent. This will be exacerbated when the cover is wet.
These phenomena will not affect the life and running characteristics of your markilux awning. In this respect we refer to the guidelines of the Industrial Association for Technical Textiles, Shutters, Solar Shading e.V. (ITRS) with regard to the product characteristics of made-up blind and awning covers.
Source: ITRS (BKTex)