Weinor Opal Design II Awning

Freezing Outside? Here’s What to Do

To avoid damaging frozen components, it’s best not to operate your awning during frosty conditions. However, if it does need to be used, we recommend keeping a close eye on the system. That way, you can stop it immediately if any parts appear frozen and help prevent potential damage. A helpful tip: in frosty weather, switch off your product’s weather sensors to stop the awning from extending or retracting automatically while you're away from home.

What should I do when it’s windy?

Awnings are capable of withstanding higher wind speeds (refer to the product specifications for exact figures). However, it is still advisable to retract the awning before strong winds set in and keep it closed during such conditions. This helps to minimise the risk of damage caused by sudden gusts. By adding a wind sensor to your system, this process can be managed automatically for you.

It’s best to avoid wetness

The primary purpose of an awning is to protect from sunlight and heat. It’s best to retract your sun protection when it starts to rain, as wet fabric may be more prone to creasing, as well as water marks or mildew stains. In some cases, a honeycomb-like pattern may also appear. If your awning does become damp, it’s advisable to extend it and allow it to dry fully once the weather has improved.

Rainwater in the awning

If you do need to retract the awning while the fabric is still damp, rainwater may enter the interior of the unit. Water can also seep into a closed awning, especially if it is installed on a weather-exposed side of the building. However, this does not harm the fabric itself. Any water is directed into the awning’s integrated drainage system, where it is safely channelled away. In some cases, you may also notice water draining when you next extend the awning after rainfall.

Fabric and the Elements

Awning fabrics respond to external conditions. Depending on whether it is dry or damp, warm or cold, the fabric may expand or contract slightly. The overall size of the awning also influences this behaviour. These environmental factors can lead to minor ripples or creases in the fabric. However, such folds are perfectly normal and do not affect the performance or durability of the awning.

Avoiding transverse seams

Fabrics are matched to the size of the system. As fabric types vary in width, choosing the optional Valance Plus may result in transverse seams, depending on the fabric selected and the desired valance length. For the best result, we recommend getting in touch with us in advance for guidance on the most suitable fabric option for your needs.

Minor fabric effects explained

Certain irregularities are unavoidable due to environmental influences and the manufacturing process. These may include creasing, bulging or wrinkling caused by variations in how the fabric winds onto the roller tube. Ripples, slight overstretching near the seams, or honeycomb effects may also appear. Rest assured, these are purely visual and do not affect the performance of the high-quality fabric. Such minor imperfections are entirely normal and do not constitute a fault or reason for complaint.

Low noise operation, not total silence

What one person considers loud and disruptive may go unnoticed by someone else, and the same goes for the creaking sounds your awning may produce. As temperatures change, the materials in the awning naturally expand or contract, which can result in occasional noises. You may also hear sounds when the awning is being extended or retracted, and the volume of these can vary depending on the building’s structure. These creaking and operating noises are entirely normal and have no impact on the awning’s performance.

Looking After Your Awning

It’s a good idea to inspect your awning from time to time to ensure everything looks in order and is securely fitted. If you spot any issues, please get in touch with us to arrange maintenance. We also recommend cleaning the system at least once a year, or twice annually if it is used frequently. If you’re going to be away from home for an extended period, make sure to retract the awning and switch the automatic system to “OFF”. This will prevent it from operating unsupervised during your absence.

Flexible Comfort That Expands With You

If, once your awning is installed, you decide you’d like an extra level of comfort, a range of additional products is available through Weinor’s modular system and can be retrofitted with ease. Whether you’re considering an automatic weather sensor, a heating system, integrated lighting, new fabric, or vertical sun protection for your pergola awning, all components are designed to work seamlessly together. Naturally, there are some technical limitations to these add-ons, but these are rare exceptions — and we’re continuously working to improve them.

Weather Responsive

Even when your awning is out of sight, weather sensors ensure it can operate automatically, extending in sunshine and retracting when it rains or becomes windy. This helps maintain a more comfortable atmosphere both on your patio and inside your home. With the right sensor in place, you can also reduce the risk of water or storm damage to your awning.

Compensating joints

For an awning to function correctly, all components must operate in perfect harmony. Even slight irregularities in the wall surface can affect how smoothly the awning moves. Weinor awnings are designed to respond to the conditions of the installation surface and can compensate for any unevenness when needed. Any resulting joints are not a fault — in fact, they support the awning’s proper function.

Weinor Opal Design II Awning

Elegant Shading, Engineered to Last

Overview

Key Features

Integrated LED lighting

Valance Plus

End cap closure

LongLife arm

For high winds

Weinor Opal Design II Awning

Opal Design II - Good to know before you buy!