Creating Your Ultimate Sanctuary
The Power of Zipscreen Outdoor Blinds
Our Northern Rivers lifestyle revolves around the outdoors. But what if you could enjoy that alfresco feeling without the harsh afternoon glare, unpredictable coastal winds, or evening mosquitoes? At Creative Blinds, we help Northern Rivers homeowners reclaim their back patios and decks by creating the ultimate “extra room” using Zipscreen outdoor shades.
Here is how you can transform the back of your house into a functional, year round sanctuary without the massive cost of a traditional renovation.
The “Extra Room” Concept
Adding a Zipscreen awning does more than just block the sun; it physically encloses your space to give you more room for living and entertaining all year round. Zipscreen is specifically designed to enhance your living space and create an outdoor haven.
The secret lies in the signature side fastening solution. Concealed within the side channels, the z-LOCK™ technology securely fastens the fabric in position, creating a strong, streamlined finish. This precision zip guided system ensures zero gaps between the fabric and the channel. The result is a completely sealed off room that keeps the elements out while keeping you comfortable.
The Magic of Mesh Fabric
For homes in the Byron Bay area, we highly recommend pairing your Zipscreen system with high-quality mesh fabric. Mesh provides the perfect balance for our subtropical climate, delivering crucial sun and wind protection alongside excellent insect protection.
Unlike solid PVC, mesh allows for natural airflow, meaning your new outdoor room won’t feel stuffy on a humid summer afternoon. Even better, mesh filters out harmful UV rays and reduces glare while still allowing you to look out over your garden or the ocean.
Tough Enough for the Coast
Living near the beach means dealing with corrosive salt air and sudden squalls. Zipscreen systems are engineered for endurance. In rigorous testing at the Monash University Wind Tunnel, a 2.4m x 2.4m Zipscreen shade successfully withstood maximum achievable wind speeds of 140km/h.
For homes right on the coastline, Zipscreen offers coastal-approved systems that utilize aluminum tubes and stainless steel open brackets to resist corrosion. (Note: To ensure your investment stays perfect for years to come, we always recommend retracting your shades when winds exceed 50 km/h ).
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Whether you have a cozy balcony or a sprawling alfresco dining area, your custom-designed blinds can be made in widths up to 7 metres, offering a solution for almost any area.
To elevate your new room, the Creative Blinds team can integrate an Automate motor for effortless control. Paired with an Automate Pulse Hub, you can operate your shades via a smartphone app or go completely hands-free with voice commands through Apple Siri, Google Home, or Amazon Alexa.
Ready to expand your home? Bring the indoors out with Zipscreen’s design innovation and Creative Blinds’ local expertise. Visit us at www.creativeblinds.com.au to start designing your dream outdoor room today!