Tips for buying awnings

What should I look out for?
Various awning models are presented in the markilux showroom in Berlin.

Buying an awning made easy.
What to look out for?

You don't buy an awning every day. And as it will be a part of your home for many years to come, it should fit in well with the surroundings. Before buying, it is therefore advisable to think about what you expect from your new solar protection. Not just in terms of design, of course, but also in terms of function and possible additional benefits. First things first: an awning is no longer just a simple form of solar protection. If you want to buy an awning, you should realise how diverse the configuration options are.

markilux awnings are not an off-the-peg product, but customised products that fulfil the customer's personal wishes. For this very reason, it is important to know what to consider when buying an awning and how to configure your dream awning.

10 important points when buying an awning.
From design and function to fixture.

Buying an awning is an investment in more comfort, protection and design for your outdoor area. To help you make the right decision right from the start, we offer you precise and practical purchasing advice that illuminates all the important aspects of buying an awning. Benefit from our expertise and discover what really matters when it comes to awning quality, awning customisation and ease of operation.

1. awning quality made in Germany

Look out for high-quality workmanship, durable materials and precise manufacturing. Awnings from markilux stand for tested quality and multiple design awards, such as the Red Dot or iF Design Award.

2. customised solar protection solutions

Whether patio awnings, balcony awnings, pergola awnings, vertical blinds or conservatory awnings - choose the right solution for your project.

3. awning customisation and design variety

Before buying an awning, use tools such as the awning configurator or the awning fabric finder to customise your awning. Choose from a wide range of colours, fabrics and equipment variants to suit your architecture and style.

4. awning cover and colour selection

Use the awning fabric finder to discover exclusive fabrics and colours that are UV-resistant and easy to care for. This will keep your awning attractive for a long time.

5. ease of operation and control

Electric awnings offer maximum ease of operation. Modern control systems, such as radio-controlled motors, weather sensors or smart solutions, offer you flexibility and safety in everyday life.

6. additional functions such as shadeplus or extra privacy

An awning is more than just an awning: expand your awning with practical functions such as shadeplus for vertical solar protection or integrated extra privacy.

7. weatherproof awnings

More than just solar protection: an awning provides reliable protection from the sun, light wind and rain. Look out for robust constructions, high-quality awning covers and tested weather resistance for maximum durability.

8. Customised fixtures and innovative technology

markilux offers the right solution for every structural situation. For example, clamp awnings enable uncomplicated fixture without drilling - ideal for rental properties or balconies where no permanent changes are desired. Various fixing options are available for patios, conservatories or pergolas to ensure safe and stable installation.

9. specialist dealer advice and showroom experience

Benefit from personalised awning advice from trained specialist dealers or in the markilux showroom. Experience various awning models live and receive comprehensive advice on all options.

10. configure awning and make a non-binding price enquiry

Before buying an awning, you have the option of configuring your desired model. Make a non-binding price enquiry and receive a personalised quote. markilux and its specialist dealers will support you from the initial idea through to professional fixture.

Buying an awning:
What is the best way to prepare for an awning purchase consultation?

Before you buy an awning, it's best to think about the ten points mentioned above in detail in advance. What is important to you? What functions should the awning have? Am I investing in quality or do I want simple, short-lived solar protection? If you decide in favour of quality awnings such as our markilux awnings, we recommend that you contact a markilux specialist dealer. Let the experts inform you and enjoy a detailed awning purchase consultation.

You can prepare for the awning consultation by following these ten tips. Further information is also helpful:

  • What type of awning do you want to buy? A folding-arm awning for the patio or balcony, a conservatory awning or a wind-stable pergola?

  • What should be shaded and what is the orientation? The requirements differ depending on the direction, so information about the location is important for the consultation.

  • Do you have special requirements for the operration? Classic with crank, winding handle or modern with smart home or remote control?

  • What does the house look like (e.g. façade, colour of doors, windows, etc.)? Tip: Bring photos with you.

  • How is the garden designed? Should the awning be a visual highlight and design element or should it be integrated inconspicuously?

Awning advice
in the markilux showroom

It's safe to ask yourself "What should you look out for when buying an awning?". As this question cannot be answered simply and universally, you have the opportunity to talk to sun protection experts in a markilux showroom. Get advice on different types of awnings, models, fabrics, additional equipment and much more. In the markilux showroom, you will not only find out what you should look out for in awnings, but also get a visual impression of our products. If you have already decided to buy a markilux awning, our showroom staff will put you in touch with a markilux specialist dealer near you.

By the way: Our specialist dealers also have awning showrooms and offer awning sales consultations. So you can also contact a specialist dealer directly, without going through markilux.

You can find your partner for awning purchases in our specialist partner search. Alternatively, you can first visit a markilux showroom for advice.

Buying awnings
from a markilux specialist dealer

How do you find the right awning?

As a manufacturer, we offer you all the important information that is helpful when choosing an awning and relevant for the purchase decision. You don't buy an awning on the spur of the moment, but after intensive research, supplier and product comparisons and advice from sun protection experts. You can get advice on awnings not only in our markilux showrooms, but also from markilux specialist dealers. Our network of specialist dealers is so extensive that you can find a markilux specialist dealer near you.

As we sell our awnings through specialist dealers, sooner or later your path will lead you to a markilux specialist dealer. In addition to providing detailed advice on awnings, the specialist dealer will take care of all the other steps involved in buying an awning. From the selection of the awning fabric, to the measurements, a customised quote and the fixture. Your specialist dealer will accompany you as a competent partner when buying your awning of choice. While you are wondering what to look out for when buying an awning, our specialist dealers know exactly what you need. Take advantage of the consultation option to be safe in the knowledge that you are buying the right awning.