With retractable awnings, you simply extend the fabric cover to get instant shade the moment you want it. With Somfy awnings, you can decide when to sit in the shade, or when to soak up the rays. It’s that simple. Our dealers can advise you on the right size, color and installation.
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Smart retractable awnings with a Somfy motor
Somfy provides the motors and control systems for your retractable awning. Together with a wide dealer network we provide smart retractable awnings all throughout the world. Providing you with more comfort in your home, better temperature control and protect your interior from color fading. Combine your awning with our smart sensors and you'll never have to worry about your sun protection at home again!

A stylish addition to any home
Retractable awnings are a stylish addition to any home or garden. Somfy's dealers provide all kinds of awnings, from drop arm awnings (ideal for balconies) to standard patio awnings and double-sided, free-standing awnings. All Somfy retractable awning models are motorised electric awnings so you can open and close easily at the touch of a button or with your smartphone. Nowadays electric awnings come in all kinds of fabrics, colors and styles – so there's always the right match for your design style!

Awnings for balconies
Sometimes it can be a struggle to find the right balance in letting sunlight in and keeping it out when you have a balcony. Often there are other balconies above you, so that partially determines when you have shade and when you have sunshine. But what do you do if you have full sunlight at times when you don't want it? Installing a retractable awning could be the ideal solution for you. That way you can enjoy your balcony in the shade if it's too hot outside and keep your apartment cool inside.

What are Patio Awnings?
In its simplest form, a patio awning is a sheet of canvas or other material that has been stretched across a frame to provide shade from the sun and shelter from the rain.
Electric Awning
If you’re on the lookout for a stylish roof-like cover that will open and close without you having to manually do so – welcome electric patio awnings into your life. These can be controlled automatically and from wherever you may be, whether that’s at home or on a beach.
Relax in the shade in summer or be kept nice and dry if you need to tend to plants whilst it’s raining, with peace of mind that you’ll be protected automatically.
So, leave your worries at the door when it comes to those windy or stormy days whilst you’re away – just one tap from the palm of your hand means your awning can be closed. Yes, you read right, you don’t even need to be at home to do this!

Want your electric patio awning to respond automatically to the weather?
No problem! You can further enhance your electric patio awning with climate sensors to do exactly this. Picture this, the sun is out and shining, and you’ve got a Sunis Wirefree RTS sun sensor in place – it’ll automatically lower or raise your awning depending on the intensity of the sun. Or maybe you’d prefer a temperature sensor like the Thermis Wirefree io. On a hot summer’s day, it’ll wirelessly alert you, as well as automatically close your awning to keep your outdoor space cool.
So, no need for you to leave the deckchair! But we all know the UK is prone to some pretty windy days, so we’ve got you covered even for those times, with the Soliris RTS. You get the best of both worlds with this nifty device as it’s both a sun and wind sensor. It’ll extend or retract your awning as the sun makes an appearance or goes in but will also retract your awning when wind speeds exceed a preset value (from 10 to 50 kph).

Motors for your awning
Somfy awning motors have a number of smart options to increase your comfort. Your Somfy dealer knows which motor will best suit your situation according to your preferred method of operation and options. Furthermore, the properties and size of your awning will determine how powerful your motor needs to be and what forces will be exerted on the supporting wall. To be certain, ask an authorized Somfy dealer!

Controlling Your Patio Awning
There are a number of ways to control your patio awning:
Where to buy
Find your closest Somfy dealer. We’re always happy to advise you further.
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