Awning fabric determines the appearance and many functional characteristics of an awning. WAREMA offers textiles for awnings , shade sails and window awnings . The suitable fabric depends on the product, installation location and requirements for glare control, visual privacy, view out and weather resistance.
WAREMA offers awning fabric in acrylic, polyester and specialist textile qualities. The finished textile is also referred to as awning cloth. Depending on the selected product and fabric, properties can include colour fastness, tear resistance, water repellence, glare control, visual privacy or a defined view out.
Not every outdoor awning fabric is suitable for every product or application. If UV-resistant awning fabric or a waterproof awning fabric is required, use only the performance data for the selected material and complete system. A specialist retailer can coordinate the fabric with the awning type, dimensions and installation situation.
The choice of awning fabric colour affects the appearance of the awning and the light beneath it. WAREMA offers plain colours, stripes and textured designs in coordinated Colour Worlds.
The WAREMA awning collection groups fabrics by colour, design and material quality. Availability varies by product and country.
With awnings , the fabric filters incident light and can create a warmer or cooler colour impression. The effect depends on the fabric colour, density, openness and surrounding surfaces.
When selecting a colour, consider the facade, window frames, patio doors and flooring. Light and dark fabrics can differ in brightness, view out, glare control and solar performance.
Compare the technical values for the selected outdoor awning fabric rather than relying on colour alone.
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Awning material is selected according to the required appearance and function. Depending on the fabric and application, relevant properties include glare control, solar heat reduction, visual privacy, view out, water repellence and fire classification.
Technical values apply to the specified material and test method. They do not automatically transfer to every awning configuration.
Glare-control classifications describe how strongly a fabric limits disturbing light. The result depends on the fabric, colour, openness and installation. For workplaces or project-specific requirements, use the values in the relevant product documentation.
External awning fabric can reduce direct solar radiation before it reaches the glazing. The effect depends on the fabric, colour, openness, glazing and installation. Use the declared solar-performance values for the selected system.
View-out classifications indicate how clearly the outside can be seen through a fabric. Lower openness generally restricts the view more strongly; higher openness can improve it. The selected category and lighting conditions determine the result.
Visual privacy depends on fabric openness, colour and the relative lighting indoors and outdoors. A fabric that provides privacy during the day may perform differently at night when interior lighting is switched on.
Lumera acrylic fabric uses CBA fibres in selected qualities. The smooth fibre surface is designed to produce a clear colour appearance and reduce dirt adhesion. Available properties vary by fabric design and product.
100% brand acrylic fabric
60% CBA (Clear Brilliant Acrylic) fibres
Three-dimensional surface appearance
Tear-resistant, light-fast and water-repellent; declared water column: 500 mm
100% brand acrylic fabric
Smooth surface and dense weave designed to reduce dirt adhesion
High tear resistance
100% solution-dyed brand acrylic fabric
Light-fast, tear-resistant and weather-resistant
Water- and dirt-repellent finish with air-permeable impregnation
100% brand acrylic fabric with polyurethane coating
Designed for temporary protection from light rain
Declared water column: 1,000 mm
PVC-free polyester fabric
High outward visibility
Suitable for selected valance roller blinds
Reaction-to-fire classification B-s1, d0 according to EN 13501-1
PVC-free
Solution-dyed acrylic with polyester monofilament
Designed for glare control with a defined view out
PVC-free
Solution-dyed acrylic
Opaque appearance with limited darkening
Polyester mesh with transparent coating
High transparency for defined daylight conditions
Building-material classification B1
Declared water column: 7,000 mm
Polyester mesh with transparent polyurethane coating
High durability and UV resistance
Designed to provide diffuse daylight
Declared water column: 10,000 mm
Polyester mesh with transparent flame-retardant coating
Reaction-to-fire classification B-s1, d0 according to EN 13501-1
Declared water column: 1,000 mm
- Silicone-coated glass-fibre fabric; building-material class A2 according to DIN 4102-1
- Designed to reduce glare and solar heat while retaining a defined level of transparency
- Fire behaviour assessed according to the stated material classification
- PVC- and halogen-free; odourless
Cleaning recommendation
For light soiling, wipe the silicone-coated glass-fibre fabric with a damp, lint-free cloth. Depending on the contamination, the product documentation permits selected alcohol-based cleaners such as isopropanol, glass cleaner or a suitable disinfectant. Test compatibility first and follow the product instructions.
Do not use acidic or oxidising cleaners, acetone, cleaner's naphtha, thinners or abrasive tools. These can damage the coating.
Cleaning recommendation
Remove loose dust carefully and wipe light soiling with a damp, lint-free cloth. For more persistent contamination, use only a cleaner approved in the current SecuTex fabric A2 documentation and test it on an inconspicuous area first.
Avoid acidic or oxidising cleaners, acetone, cleaner's naphtha, thinners, hard brushes and abrasive sponges.
- Fabric made from PVC-coated glass-fibre yarns
- High light transmission with glare control and sun shading
- Building-material class B1 according to DIN 4102-1 or C-s3, d0 according to EN 13501-1
- Available openness factors: 4/5%, 1% and 0%
- High tear-strength polyester yarn with PVC coating
- Glare control and sun shading with a defined view out
- High reflectance can reduce solar heat input
- Building-material class B1
Starlight Blue is an outdoor awning fabric made from 85% recycled PET and certified to the Global Recycled Standard (GRS). According to current WAREMA product information, its manufacturing process uses less water and energy and produces less CO2 than the referenced conventional process.
The fabric is specified as water- and oil-repellent, air-permeable and tear-resistant. Refer to the current product documentation for the applicable performance data.
WAREMA processes awning fabric in widths supplied by the weaving mill. The joining method depends on the material, technical requirements and product. Available methods include UltraSeam™, sewing, fusion and bonding.
UltraSeam™
With UltraSeam™, cut fabric panels are aligned edge to edge and joined using UltraSeam™ tape. The flat joint can reduce material build-up in the seam and hem area and support more even winding.
Sewing
Selected acrylic fabrics are joined with double lockstitch seams and outdoor-grade sewing thread. The applicable method depends on the product and fabric quality.
Fusion
Selected technical textiles, including Screen, Soltis 92, Sunworker Top and Soltis W96, can be joined by high-frequency or thermal welding. The exact process depends on the material.
Bonding
For selected acrylic fabrics, overlapping bonded seams may be available. Keder hems remain sewn where required. Availability depends on the product and fabric quality.
Selected WAREMA awning fabrics have a water- and dirt-repellent finish. The finish can reduce the adhesion or penetration of light surface dirt, but it does not make the fabric self-cleaning or waterproof.
Remove loose dirt in accordance with the care instructions. If the fabric becomes wet, extend the awning again as soon as conditions allow and let it dry fully before leaving it retracted.
Depending on the fabric quality, acrylic or polyester fibres are solution-dyed or yarn-dyed. The fibres are spun into yarn for the subsequent weaving process.
Specialist weaving mills produce the base fabric in widths determined by the material and process. WAREMA then selects and processes the fabric for the relevant product.
Depending on the material, a finish or coating can provide defined water- and dirt-repellent properties and the required handling characteristics. Refer to the product documentation for the applicable finish.
Fabric rolls and processing stages are checked against defined quality criteria. The scope of testing depends on the material and intended application.
Fabric panels are cut according to the required dimensions and pattern alignment. Cutting systems and visual checks support consistent positioning of stripes and motifs.
During production, fabric panels are generally transported rolled to limit avoidable creasing.
Depending on the fabric quality and product, panels are joined by sewing, bonding, welding or UltraSeam™. The selected process must match the material and required seam construction.
Awning fabric is a technical textile. Material properties are checked against defined specifications, but the applicable characteristics depend on the selected fabric and product.
Creases, waviness at seams or hems, and changes caused by rolling tension can occur during manufacture and use. Their effect on function must be assessed in the context of the product and the applicable warranty conditions. Further industry information is available from ITRS e.V. at www.itrs-ev.com .
Creases can form during cutting, joining or installation. Light lines may be visible at a crease, particularly on pale fabrics and when viewed against the light.
Where fabric panels overlap at seams and hems, the layers wind at slightly different diameters. The resulting tension can create visible waviness. Its extent depends on the fabric quality, dimensions and operating conditions.
Repeated rolling places additional stress on reinforced seams and side hems. Slight elongation or waviness can therefore appear when the awning is extended.
Many awning fabrics have a water-repellent finish; this does not make every awning waterproof. Suitability for rain depends on the fabric, system, inclination and installation. Use the awning only within the limits stated in the product documentation.
If the fabric becomes wet, extend it again as soon as conditions allow and let it dry fully. Retract the awning in prolonged or heavy rain unless the selected product is expressly approved for that use.
Awning fabric can reduce direct UV radiation beneath the extended awning. The level of filtration depends on the fabric, colour, construction and test method. Use the declared UPF or UV-transmission value for the selected fabric.
An awning does not replace personal sun protection. Reflected and lateral radiation can still reach the shaded area.
UPF for textile sun shading
UPF stands for Ultraviolet Protection Factor. It describes the UV protection provided by a textile under defined test conditions. Compare the value for the selected fabric and observe the relevant product information.
- Use a soft brush to remove loose dirt from dry awning fabric.
- Moisten caked dirt with clean water and rinse gently with a garden hose where the product instructions permit.
- Treat local marks only with a cleaning method approved for the selected fabric.
- For washable fabric qualities, use a mild cleaning solution at no more than 30°C. Test it on an inconspicuous area and follow the product instructions.
- Rinse away cleaning-agent residue thoroughly.
- Allow the fabric to dry completely before leaving the awning retracted.
Cleaning frequency depends on the location, pollution, vegetation, weather exposure and fabric colour. Long-standing stains may not be fully removable.
Important care information
- Do not wash awning fabric in a washing machine.
- Avoid hard brushes, abrasive sponges and aggressive cleaning agents.
- Do not use a high-pressure cleaner; it can damage the finish, seams or fabric.
For model-specific instructions, consult the product documentation or a specialist retailer.
Compare fabric colours, designs and material qualities in the WAREMA awning collection.
The BRICHBAG project gives selected awning-fabric offcuts a new use.
Visit a Sunlight Experience Centres or contact a local WAREMA specialist retailer. They can assess the installation situation, recommend a suitable bespoke awning, take measurements and prepare a quotation. Professional installation and after-sales service are also available.