Awnings in Bulli

When the southerly hits without much warning

Anyone who has lived in Bulli knows the southerly buster. Local weather writers note that the narrow strip between the escarpment and the sea gives little warning before a southern change arrives at full force.

That is why we offer wind sensors on our motorised awnings. When the wind picks up, the sensor retracts the awning for you, so that you are not racing outside to wind it in while the table settings blow off the deck. It means you can leave the awning out on a hot afternoon and still feel relaxed if you head down to the shops.

Awnings for the outdoor life Bulli is known for

Bulli has a relaxed, outdoorsy and dog friendly feel, with families, empty nesters and retirees all making the most of the beach and parks. Most of that living carries on at home too, on decks, patios and in the backyard.

A folding arm awning stretches out over the alfresco area and folds back when you want the sky. Put it out for Sunday lunch, so that the kids can eat in the shade and the grandparents stay at the table for that second cup of tea.

Awning styles we make

Every awning is made to measure for your home. Frames and fabrics are UV stabilised and weather resistant, and built to handle sun, wind and salt air on the coast.

• Folding arm awnings over patios, decks and alfresco areas
• Fixed and canopy awnings to shade windows and entries
• Retractable awnings for shade on demand
• Manual or motorised, with remote control
• Wind and sun sensors for automatic use
• A wide range of fabrics, frame colours and finishes, including fire resistant fabrics

Sea air, sea breezes and the escarpment behind you

Bulli sits right between the surf and the Illawarra escarpment. The escarpment blocks most westerly winds, but sea breezes off the water tend to build through the afternoon, so an awning here needs to be fitted and tensioned properly.

Fixed awnings over windows are a quiet achiever in this setting. They keep direct sun off the glass, which helps protect floors and furniture from fading. Homes that back onto bushland near the escarpment can also ask us about fire resistant fabrics.

Your free on site quote

We come out to your Bulli home and look at the deck, the walls the awning will fix to and which way the area faces. Then we talk through size, style and whether a motor and sensor make sense.

The quote costs nothing. If you go ahead, our own Illawarra team builds and installs the awning, with no subcontractors.