Folding Arm Awnings – Elegant Shade When You Need It, Discreet When You Don’t
Love the idea of instant shade that disappears when not in use? Folding Arm Awnings offer the perfect balance of form and function. Designed to extend horizontally without the need for posts or vertical supports, they provide wide, unobstructed coverage — ideal for patios, courtyards, cafés, or poolside settings.
At TopNotch Blinds, our custom Folding Arm Awnings are engineered for durability, style, and total user control — with the option of manual crank or full motorisation.
Why Choose Folding Arm Awnings?
- Retracts neatly when not in use — no posts or poles needed
- Provides wide-area shade over patios, decks, and shopfronts
- Can be extended partially or fully to suit sun angles
- Available in manual or motorised operation
- Choose from open-style or fully enclosed cassette designs
- Sleek European-inspired designs for modern living
- Perfect for both residential and commercial use
Ideal For:
- Outdoor living and dining areas
- Poolside spaces and entertaining zones
- Apartment balconies
- Street-facing cafés, restaurants, or retail entrances
- Anywhere you want shade on demand without permanent structures
Our Premium Fabric Partners
To ensure exceptional performance and style, we use only the most trusted outdoor fabric suppliers in Australia:
- Ricky Richards – featuring Docril, Barrington, and Outlook Mesh
- Brella Fabrics – leading Australian-made awning fabrics
- Nolan Group – including the premium Dickson acrylic range
- Peter Meyer Blinds – high-end European-inspired fabric collections
Our folding arm awnings are available in a wide palette of classic, modern, and coastal tones, with UV-resistant, water-repellent, and mildew-resistant finishes designed for the harsh Australian climate.
Operation Options
- Manual crank – simple and effective
- Motorised system – remote controlled or app-based
- Optional wind and motion sensors for automatic retraction in strong winds
- Integrates with smart home systems and voice control
Smart Cassette Options
- Open-style – minimal casing for sheltered areas
- Semi-cassette – partial fabric protection
- Full cassette – complete enclosure for ultimate durability and sleek aesthetics
