Question 1

How big should the awning be and how do I measure it correctly?

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The perfect size for your awning depends on the area you want to shade, as well as the existing building structure. However, a crucial, often underestimated factor is the direction it faces.

As a guideline: The awning should completely cover the usable area and extend slightly beyond the sides. Your specialist dealer will take the exact measurements to guarantee a perfect fit.

Depending on whether your terrace faces west or south, you will need different solutions:

• For west-facing awnings, the low evening sun presents the biggest challenge. To provide effective shade, an additional vertical component is essential. Folding-arm and cassette awnings can be equipped with a "shade boost" for this purpose. Vertical awnings (https://www.mobau-markisen.com/senkrechtmarkisen), which remain stable even in windy conditions thanks to a lateral zip guide, are ideal for patio roofs or conservatories.

• With a south-facing orientation , the problem usually occurs in the late afternoon: the sun shines from the side. This renders the awning's sun protection ineffective, as the shadow shifts next to the seating area. Your living space is suddenly back in full sun. MOBAU side awnings provide a solution here. For conservatories or canopies, the wind-resistant MOBAU vertical awnings can also be used as lateral glare protection.

Question 2

I have a balcony, which awning would be the best fit?

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To effectively protect a balcony from sun and heat, folding arm or cassette awnings are the ideal choice. They reliably provide shade from above.
However, balconies are often exposed to external influences such as wind or the view of neighbors. To create a truly private and cozy atmosphere, some additions are needed.

Our "Horizon" wind and privacy screen was specifically designed for this purpose. It not only protects against cool breezes and low-angled sunlight, but also discreetly shields you from prying eyes. The key advantage: thanks to its slim design, the "Horizon" takes up very little space.

By cleverly combining an awning for the top and the "Horizon" for the side, you can transform even small balconies into a completely protected retreat, thus maximizing the usability of your outdoor area.

Question 3

I have a terrace, which awning would be the best fit?

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To transform your patio into a true outdoor living room, high-quality shading systems are essential. Classic folding-arm or cassette awnings (https://www.mobau-markisen.com/markisen/kassettenmarkisen)offer flexible sun protection at the touch of a button. For very large areas or higher demands on wind stability, MOBAU pergola awnings (https://www.mobau-markisen.com/markisen/pergolamarkisen)are ideal, featuring a more robust construction and front support legs. This provides greater wind stability and reduces stress on the facade mounting points.

Both solutions create large areas of shade and ensure pleasant temperatures even on hot days.

The real added value, however, lies in extending your personal "outdoor season": With clever accessories, you become independent of the sunset. Optional, integrated LED lighting bathes your patio in an atmospheric, warm glow. Powerful radiant heaters simultaneously provide cozy warmth when the evenings get cooler. This allows you to relax on your patio well into the late evening hours and significantly extend your outdoor season.

Question 4

I have a conservatory; which macrise would be the best fit?

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There are two basic systems for shading conservatories, which differ significantly in their mode of operation and advantages:

1. The on-glass awning (external mounting): This is the classic heat protection solution. The awning is mounted on the outside of the roof and stops the sun's rays before they penetrate the glass. This is the most efficient way to prevent the conservatory from overheating, and the indoor climate remains stable even in the height of summer. Due to its external mounting, monitoring the awning with weather sensors is essential.

2. The under-glass awning (interior installation): In this version, the awning is installed under the glass roof, saving space and providing protection. The clear advantage: The awning fabric is permanently protected from the elements such as rain, wind, and leaves, which increases its lifespan and minimizes cleaning. However, this solution is more effective at reducing glare than heat, as the heat is already present in the room (between the glass and the fabric). It is therefore ideal for well-ventilated conservatories or situations where glare protection is the primary requirement.

Question 5

What fabrics and colors are available and how weather-resistant or lightfast are they?

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Choosing the right awning fabric is crucial for durability and appearance. Our fabrics from the Sattler collection offer a wealth of designs and colors, combined with outstanding material quality.

Here are the most important quality features:

1. Lasting color brilliance (solution dyeing): All our acrylic fabrics are solution dyed. This means the color pigments are incorporated into the fiber during the spinning process, ensuring the yarn is dyed throughout. This guarantees the highest lightfastness and colorfastness (factor 7-8) and prevents fading.

2. Comprehensive weather protection (Texgard Easyclean): The special Texgard Easyclean impregnation coats each individual fiber like a protective shield. It makes the fabric weatherproof, UV-resistant, and ensures that dirt simply beads off.

3. Reliable waterproofing: Thanks to this high-performance impregnation, the fabrics also offer protection in the rain. Depending on the type of fabric chosen, a waterproof rating of 370 mm/Ws (millimeters water column) up to 1000 mm/Ws is achieved for special all-weather fabrics.

Question 6

Should the awnings be operated manually with a crank or electrically with a motor?

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You can choose between two operating methods: the cost-effective hand crank operation or the convenient motor drive.

Motorization with MOBAU & SOMFY: A motorized drive offers maximum convenience. We rely exclusively on the premium quality of SOMFY drives and controls. The radio-controlled motors can not only be operated via remote control, but can also be easily integrated into the SOMFY smart home system (e.g., TaHoma) . This allows you to conveniently control your sun protection via an app or automate it according to the weather.

MOBAU's added safety feature (for folding arm and cassette awnings): Conventional motors can become problematic during a power outage. Our radio-controlled motors are therefore equipped with an emergency manual crank function . This allows you to manually retract the awning at any time in emergency situations (e.g., power outage or malfunction), thus preventing storm damage.

Intelligent technology (for cassette awnings): Our motors in cassette awnings think for themselves:

• Soft-stop mechanism & torque cut-off: Ensure a smooth and always tight closing of the cassette.

• Automatic fabric length compensation: Prevents the fabric from becoming overstretched over time.

These features guarantee maximum lifespan for the fabric and mechanism.

Question 7

Which extras are useful?

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Intelligent extras maximize the comfort and safety of your MOBAU awning.

• Safety & Automation: Wind sensors automatically retract the awning in strong winds to prevent damage. Sun sensors react to brightness and automatically provide cool shade. Both are therefore highly recommended.

• Ambiance & Season Extension: With atmospheric LED lighting and efficient radiant heaters, you can enjoy your terrace even after nightfall and on cooler days.

• Full control: By integrating into smart home systems (such as Somfy), you can conveniently and centrally control all functions via an app on your smartphone.

Question 8

How wind and weather resistant is a MOBAU awning and up to what wind strength can it be used?

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Our awnings are tested, high-quality products that comply with DIN EN 13561 and are CE certified. They are designed to provide you with reliable shade.

Depending on the model, use is possible without problems up to a wind force of 5 (approximately 38 km/h). However, as a general rule: an awning is a sunshade, not a rain shelter.
To ensure the longevity of your investment, it must always be retracted in strong winds, gusts, or rain. Otherwise, the fabric and articulated arms can be damaged. An optional wind sensor can automate this task.

Question 9

What care and maintenance measures are necessary to extend the lifespan of an awning?

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The maintenance required for your awning is pleasingly low, but varies depending on the model.
General care (all models): To keep the cloth looking beautiful for a long time, it should be brushed occasionally. Light soiling can usually be easily removed with lukewarm water.

Folding arm and cassette awnings: These models are particularly easy to care for. The folding arms of our awnings are completely maintenance-free. Besides cleaning the fabric, only a general annual visual inspection is recommended to ensure full functionality.

Under-glass and roof-mounted awnings (conservatories): These systems operate with a so-called counter-tension system (in MOBAU's case, with a high-performance webbing). For a permanently
For smooth operation , annual cleaning of the guide rails and pulleys is essential . Deposits such as leaves or dirt must be removed.

You can easily carry out this cleaning yourself or commission your specialist dealer or installation company to do it.

Question 10

Can an existing awning be retrofitted with a motor/sensors later?

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Yes, a major advantage of MOBAU awnings is their flexibility. They are designed so that they can easily be upgraded with state-of-the-art technology at a later date.
Retrofitting with a convenient electric motor, radio control or intelligent weather sensors (sun/wind) is possible in many cases.

Your personal specialist dealer will be happy to check the technical requirements directly on your model and advise you comprehensively on the available retrofit options.

Question 11

What are the costs for purchase, installation and any necessary maintenance?

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The cost of an awning is variable and depends directly on your choices. The most important price factors are:

• The model: An open folding arm awning is calculated differently than a fully closing cassette awning.

• The size: width and projection (depth) determine the amount of material required.

• The fabric: Design and functional properties (e.g., all-weather fabrics) influence the price.

• The features: Comfort extras such as radio motor, smart home connection, radiant heater or sensors are calculated individually.

Get expert advice from your local MOBAU specialist retailer. Our partners will analyze your situation on-site and provide you with an attractive offer. Furthermore, they can also handle regular maintenance upon request to ensure the longevity of your awning.

Question 12

Do I need a building permit to install an awning?

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Generally, you don't need an official building permit for standard awnings that aren't considered permanent structural alterations. However, other approvals are required: tenants must obtain their landlord's consent. For owners of condominiums, a resolution from the owners' association is necessary, especially if the awning installation visually affects the exterior appearance of the building.

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