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Auckland-Made Retractable Patio Awnings

Indoor–outdoor flow is central to contemporary home design, and the Ellipse Monobloc awning helps create that connection through reliable, generous overhead cover. Made in Auckland, this system is ideal for homeowners wanting retractable shade sails or a streamlined retractable patio awning that enhances courtyards, sheltered seating areas and outdoor rooms throughout the year.

Motorised Retractable Awnings

Our awnings can be upgraded to motorised retractable awnings, giving you smooth, wired-in control through a remote, wall switch or compatible home-automation system. Motorisation makes it simple to extend and retract the awning, and built-in motion sensors provide extra protection by automatically pulling the canopy in when winds pick up, offering peace of mind that your awning is safeguarded even when you’re not home.

Crank Handle Retractable Awnings

For a cost-effective option, the awning can be operated using a removable crank handle, allowing you to open and close your retractable shade sails or awning smoothly without visible hardware. The handle can be detached when not in use, keeping the design tidy and maintaining the clean, minimal look of the Ellipse system.

Wide Range of Fabrics

Colour plays a key role in shaping a comfortable outdoor setting, which is why our fabric collection has been developed to support long-lasting, stylish retractable shades and awnings. 

Docril Acrylic Canvas, designed and manufactured in Spain, is known for its superb quality, rich texture and extensive colour palette. It offers a vibrant selection of tones to suit any décor and is backed by a 10-year UV warranty for long-term confidence.

Soltis Lounge 96, created in France by Serge Ferrari, is a lightweight, durable and 100% recyclable screen fabric that helps create a comfortable ambience for outdoor environments. Its balance of performance and sustainability makes it an excellent choice for premium retractable shade sails and outdoor awnings.

Hardware Colour

Ellipse awnings come in three standard Dulux colours: White, Grey and Textured Black, offering a clean, modern finish that suits most exteriors. Custom powder-coating is also available at an additional cost if you’d prefer a tailored look for your retractable shade sails or awning.

Protect Your Investment

Ellipse Monobloc awnings are built to last, and adding a protective hood can further extend their lifespan. The hood helps shield the awning when retracted, keeping the sun off the fabric, protecting the hardware from moisture and safeguarding the motor on motorised retractable awnings. It also gives the awning a tidy, tucked-away appearance when not in use.

Retractable Awning Sizes

Below are the standard size options, with width listed first, followed by the projection of how far the awning extends outward:

  • Minimum: 2020 mm x 1500 mm
  • Maximum: 6000 mm x 4000 mm

Warranty

  • Fabrics: 10 years
  • Alpha Motors: 7 Years
  • Componentry: 5 years

Frequently Asked Questions

The awning is built to last, so with our install, we like to do the same. Depending on the surface we like to build a bit of timber 15mm out from your wall so the water can still run down and comply with building codes. We then attach our awning to the piece of timber installed.
While different electricians charge differently and each house is different, we have found the price charged out is roughly between $350 to $600 depending on how easy or difficult it is.
For example, going into weather board and there is already wires running right behind where the awning is installed, this should be around the cheapest. 
We recommend cleaning your fabric with a soft-bristled brush and rinsing with water. For localised stains, clean with a neutral detergent mixed in lukewarm water and rinse. — When used in awnings, it is very important to allow fabric to dry completely before rolling it away. Should it be necessary to roll the awning while the fabric is still damp, it can be dried with air (under no circumstances should hot air be used), although the fabric dries out very quickly thanks to its technical characteristics.

If you need help choosing the right awning in Auckland, contact the friendly team at Total Look Blinds online for a free quote, or give us a call on 0800 448 412 for more information.

Awnings should be used under supervision only as weather conditions can change quickly.
Retractable awnings should be retracted in periods of high winds and are intended to be used for sun protection. Your awning can only withstand small amounts of rain as long as the pitch is greater than 15°, if not, you could risk pooling in the fabric which can damage your awning.
Do not use a BBQ, other cooking equipment or gas heating under the awning, this can damage the fabric and cause mould/mildew.
Do not roll your awning away when the fabric is wet.

Not exclusively. Our Ellipse retractable awnings are a popular choice, but many homeowners also choose Quatro outdoor roller blinds for enclosed patios, decks or outdoor window areas where structured vertical shade works best.

Need an awning installed?

If you need help choosing the right awning in Auckland, contact the friendly team at Total Look Blinds online for a free quote, or give us a call on 0800 448 412 for more information.

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