🌤️ Awnings

Premium custom‑made awnings designed to reduce heat, block UV, improve privacy and enhance the architectural character of your home. Built for Ballarat’s hot summers, Huonville’s wet winters, and the varied conditions across regional Victoria and Southern Tasmania.

🏡 Awning Styles

A complete range of shading systems for windows, verandas, pergolas and shopfronts.

☀️ Auto Sunblinds

Classic side‑arm awnings that self‑adjust as they drop. Ideal for west‑facing windows and heritage façades.

📏 Straight Drop Awnings

Clean vertical drop for verandas, pergolas and outdoor rooms. Perfect for privacy and wind protection.

🧵 Wire Guide Awnings

Stainless‑steel guided awnings offering stability and a modern, minimal look. Great for multi‑storey homes and windy locations.

↗️ Pivot Arm Awnings

Projects outward to allow airflow while reducing heat and glare. Ideal for tall windows and commercial buildings.

🧳 Full Cassette Awnings

Premium enclosed awnings protecting fabric and mechanisms. Best for long‑term durability and coastal environments.

🏛️ Dutch, French & Wedge Hoods

Decorative fixed‑frame canopies for heritage homes, shopfronts and architectural accents.

🎨 Dutch Hood

Curved canopy suited to Victorian and Federation façades. Strong weather protection and classic street appeal.

🎀 French Hood

Deeper projection with elegant scalloped lines. Enhanced shading and premium decorative finish.

🔺 Wedge Canopy

Modern angled design for contemporary homes and commercial entries. Sleek profile with excellent rain deflection.

🧵 Materials

  • Acrylic canvas
  • Traditional striped canvas
  • Colourbond‑matched solids
  • Powder‑coated aluminium frames

📋 Awning Styles — Quick Access Table

Awning Style Description View Details
Auto Sunblinds Traditional side‑arm awnings ideal for heat control on street‑facing windows.  More Details 
Straight Drop Awnings Vertical drop system for verandas, pergolas and outdoor rooms. More Details
Wire Guide Awnings Stainless‑steel guided awnings offering stability and a modern look. More Details
Pivot Arm Awnings Projected awnings allowing airflow while reducing heat and glare. More Details 
Full Cassette Folding Arm  Awnings Premium enclosed awnings protecting fabric and mechanisms. More Details 
Dutch Hood Curved canopy suited to heritage façades and shopfronts. More Details 
French Hood Elegant deep‑projection canopy with decorative lines. More Details 
Wedge Canopy Modern angled canopy for contemporary homes and commercial entries. More Details 

🧵 Materials & Fabrics

Durable, UV‑resistant fabrics engineered for Australian conditions.

  • Mesh — heat reduction, visibility, airflow
  • Canvas — maximum shade, heritage colours, classic stripes
  • Acrylic — fade‑resistant modern colours
  • PVC (clear/tinted) — weather protection with visibility
  • Powder‑coated frames — Colourbond‑aligned finishes

⚙️ Motorisation & Smart Control

Modern awnings with seamless automation.

  • Somfy RTS & Somfy Connexoon
  • Automate ARC motors
  • Matter‑compatible motors (Dooya DV24WF/MT)
  • Solar and battery options
  • App, voice and remote control
  • Retrofit options for existing awnings

🛠️ Installation & Local Expertise

Taylor & Stirling provides full service from measure to installation, backed by decades of regional experience.

Ballarat

22 Sturt St (03) 5333 1441 Serving Ballarat, Wendouree, Buninyong, Sebastopol, Soldiers Hill, Newington.

Huonville

11 Wilmot Rd (03) 6231 4120 Serving Huonville, Cygnet, Franklin, Grove, Glen Huon.

❓ FAQs

Do awnings reduce heat? Yes — mesh and canvas awnings can reduce heat by up to 80% depending on orientation.

Can awnings be motorised? Most awning styles can be motorised, including Straight Drop, Wire Guide and Pivot Arm.

Are awnings suitable for heritage homes? Dutch and French hoods are specifically designed for heritage façades.

Do you service regional areas? Yes — full service across Ballarat, the Central Highlands, Huonville and the Huon Valley.

Can awnings withstand strong winds? Wire Guide and Straight Drop systems offer excellent stability in windy conditions.

📞 Book a Measure & Quote

Speak with our local team for expert advice and custom solutions.

Ballarat: (03) 5333 1441  Huonville: (03) 6231 4120

Auto Sunblind Awning

Auto Sunblind Awnings Auto sunblinds are a timeless and highly effective shading solution for Australian homes. Designed to block heat before it enters your windows, they help keep your home cooler in summer while adding a distinctive seasonal look to your façade. At Taylor & Stirling, we custom-make auto sunblinds in a wide range of...

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Dutch and French Hood

  Dutch & French Hood Awnings Add timeless charm and practical shade to your windows and shopfronts with our range of canvas canopy awnings. Whether you’re after a classic Dutch hood or a bold elliptical canopy, Taylor & Stirling offers custom-made solutions to suit heritage homes, cafés, and modern facades alike. 🎨 Style Options All...

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Straight Drop Awning

Straight Drop Awnings Straight drop awnings are a sleek, space-saving solution for outdoor shading. Designed to drop vertically from above the window or patio, they offer excellent sun protection, privacy, and wind resistance—making them ideal for verandas, pergolas, and outdoor entertaining areas. At Taylor & Stirling, we custom-make straight drop awnings in a wide range...

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Wire Guide Awnings

Wire Guide Awnings A sleek, wind‑stable outdoor blind system guided by stainless‑steel wires for smooth, controlled movement. Wire Guide Awnings are designed for areas where you want a clean, minimal look without bulky channels. The 316 marine‑grade stainless‑steel wires keep the fabric perfectly aligned as it lowers, providing stability in wind and a more architectural...

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Pivot-Arm Awnings

Pivot‑Arm Awnings A classic, high‑performance awning designed to project outward for superior airflow, heat control, and visibility. Pivot‑Arm Awnings use robust side arms that push the fabric away from the window at an angle. This creates a cooling airflow between the awning and the glass, dramatically reducing heat while maintaining outward visibility and ventilation. Ideal...

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Full‑Cassette Awnings

Full‑Cassette Awnings Premium enclosed hood systems for zip blinds, straight‑drop blinds, chain‑operated blinds and pivot arm awnings. 🛡️ Complete Fabric & Roller Protection Full‑cassette awnings use a fully enclosed hood that protects the fabric roll, tube and mechanisms from weather, UV and airborne debris. When the blind retracts, the hood seals the system, keeping the...

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