Scottish weather is unpredictable, to say the least. You might wake up to blue skies and birdsong, but get soaked by torrential rain come lunchtime. But that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy your outdoor living spaces year-round.
How?
Amazing awnings!
A quality awning, installed professionally, provides shelter from light rain, UV protection and added comfort and convenience. In this blog, we’ll explore the best awnings for Scottish homes.
Why Awnings Are Ideal for Scottish Homes
If you’ve lived in Scotland for more than a week, you’ll know that the weather has a mind of its own. And it changes depending on your location too; coastal areas, cities and valleys can all experience vastly different weather at the same time.
So, how can you enjoy your outdoor spaces when all four seasons can be experienced in a single day? The solution is something that can help with protection from light rain, strong sun, wind, and everything in between.
The solution is to install an awning.
A well-designed, professionally installed awning makes your outdoor space more usable all year round by providing flexible protection from the elements. Whether it’s shading you from bright sunshine or holding off a chilly breeze, a good awning creates a reliable, comfortable space outside, whatever the weather.
Awnings can help protect your outdoor furniture and interior spaces from UV damage. And they look the part, too – adding a sophisticated touch to both modern and traditional Scottish homes.
Introducing the Base Awnings Range
The Base and Base Plus Awnings get The Scottish Shutter Company’s vote for best awnings for Scottish homes. Made right here in the UK, these weatherproof awnings are built to enhance a range of outdoor spaces, including patios, balconies, pool areas and terraces.
Crafted using high-quality and durable components, Base awnings are designed to perfectly balance performance with visual appeal, ensuring your outside areas remain stylish as well as well-protected against the ever-changing Scottish weather.
What Makes These Awnings Stand Out?
The Base and Base Plus awning range offers a range of features that make them the best awnings for Scottish homes. Whether you want to achieve better protection from the weather and enjoy your garden or protect your external furnishings from UV damage, these awnings are high-performing and won’t disappoint. Here’s what sets them apart from other products on the market…
Motorised Design
With Base, you barely need to lift a finger. Motorised patio awnings are both convenient and sleek. The motorised mechanism is operated via a remote, allowing you to extend or retract the awning from the comfort of your chair. The motorised design of Base awnings gives your outdoor space a modern twist and is extra helpful for individuals with limited mobility.
Automatic Wind Sensor
Scotland’s weather is unpredictable, and protecting your awning is essential. That’s why the Base awning range comes with an automatic wind sensor. When the wind picks up to dangerous levels, the sensor detects the change and automatically retracts the awning to prevent damage. This smart feature ensures your awning is always protected, even when you’re not around to monitor the weather.
LED Arm Lighting
One of the standout features of these awnings is the integrated LED arm lighting. The LED lights are built into the arms of the awning and provide a warm, inviting glow to your outdoor space once the sun sets. This added feature allows you to continue enjoying your patio, balcony, or terrace long after dark, creating an ambient atmosphere for evening gatherings or peaceful nights under the stars.
Durable Waterproof Fabric
The Scottish weather can bring anything from scorching sunshine to torrential rain, so durability is key. Fitted with Dickson Solar Protection Fabric, Base and Base Plus awnings provide excellent UV protection and water resistance, ensuring your awning remains reliable through the seasons.
Customisation Options
Choose from white, black or grey hardware as standard, or upgrade to any RAL colour to perfectly match your property. Base and Base Plus awnings can also be tailored to any outdoor space with a wide range of sizes and projection options available.
Optional Mounting & Fitting Enhancements
Every house is different. In Scotland, we’re lucky to be home to an array of architectural property styles. From modern builds to historic properties, each property comes with its own differences in construction, layout and outdoor space. That’s why Base awnings come with a variety of mounting and fitting enhancements to make installation clean and simple, yet another reason why they’re the best awnings for Scottish homes!
Choose from specialist brackets like spreader plates, bungalow brackets, gutter brackets and pipe brackets. These clever inventions allow awnings to be installed safely and securely on a range of property types, from detached houses and flats to traditional properties that have external features to work around.
Each component is built to last, undergoing rigorous quality testing and meeting EU-certified durability standards. It’s all part of what makes this range some of the best awnings for Scottish homes – designed with both performance and practicality in mind.
Why Buy from The Scottish Shutter Company?
When it comes to finding the best awnings for Scottish homes, it’s not just about the product itself but also the company that supplies it.
The Scottish Shutter Company is your trusted supplier for Base and Base Plus awnings, perfectly designed to protect all types of properties against the wonderfully weird Scottish weather.
Whether you want to adorn your city balcony or your peaceful countryside patio, our expert team will carry out personalised consultations and provide tailored advice for your outdoor space to help you choose the perfect retractable awning. And, with professional installation and a comprehensive five-year warranty included as standard, you can relax knowing that everything’s taken care of for years to come.
Base Awnings: Built For Scotland’s Homes
Weatherproof, stylish and customisable, the Base and Base Plus range features the best awnings for Scottish homes. Built to last and constructed from rigorously tested components, Base awnings are designed to withstand the Scottish climate and keep you comfortable outdoors most of the year round.
Ready to transform your garden or patio? Contact The Scottish Shutter Company today to find the perfect awning for your Scottish home.
