Conservatory awnings are mounted flush with the glazing. They retract into a headbox and run down guides that are fixed to the glazing bars. The fabric must be maintained under tension and this is done by drive mechanisms and spring tensioners in the bottom rail or side guides. These blinds are almost always motorised.

Fabrics

Mesh fabrics are preferred as they allow outward vision and still achieve a high level of shading and heat rejection. Acrylic awning fabrics will provide a more decorative effect.