Protect your home from heat with fakro external awnings and roller shutters

Sunny days allow us to fully enjoy the benefits of roof windows and vertical glazing. Thanks to them, interiors become brighter and our connection with the outdoors is closer than ever. However, intense sunlight can also lead to overheating, especially during the summer months. How can this be prevented? One effective solution is the use of external roller shutters and awnings for your windows.

During summer, many people rely on air conditioners, fans, and other devices to help cool their interiors. While these solutions can improve thermal comfort to some extent, they often involve additional operating costs. Moreover, not everyone prefers using air conditioning. Some homeowners value natural air circulation, while others are guided by personal preferences or health considerations. As a result, there is growing interest in solutions that help reduce heat build-up at its source, without the need for active cooling systems inside the home.

One such solution is FAKRO external roller shutters and awnings for windows. Unlike internal blinds, they provide more effective protection against overheating. Their advantage lies in their location. As their name suggests, external accessories are installed on the outside of the window.

They absorb and block solar radiation before it reaches the glazing, reducing heat transfer into the interior and helping prevent excessive warming of the building. As a result, they help maintain lower indoor temperatures during hot summer days.

The benefits of external accessories can be experienced in many ways. For people who spend most of the day at home, they support everyday comfort regardless of the time of day, helping to maintain a pleasant indoor temperature and protect rooms from excessive heat. Their advantages are equally appreciated by those who spend the day away from home. Lowering the awnings or shutters before leaving for work helps reduce the impact of intense sunlight on interiors for many hours. Returning home after a busy day can then be more comfortable, with living spaces better prepared for relaxation and everyday activities.

FAKRO offers a comprehensive range of external accessories designed for both vertical and roof windows.

For vertical windows, the dedicated solution is the INNOVIEW Line vertical awning. In addition to providing effective protection against heat, it ensures daytime privacy without limiting views of the surroundings. Made from fabrics with different openness factors, it allows users to adjust the level of shading to their individual needs while maintaining access to natural daylight.

The VMZ ZIP model and electrically operated versions also function as insect screens, protecting interiors from unwanted insects when rooms are being ventilated.

For roof windows, FAKRO offers the ARZ Komfort external roller shutter and the AMZ Komfort external awning. Roof window awnings operate in a similar way to vertical awnings, effectively reducing solar heat gain. The ARZ Komfort roller shutter, made of aluminium slats, creates a durable protective barrier that darkens the interior and provides an additional obstacle against intrusion.

FAKRO external accessories are available in both manual and electric versions.

Models equipped with electric drives can be controlled via the WiFi Tuya app or operated using a remote control, wall switch, or control keypad through Z-Wave technology. Solar-powered models are also available within the Z-Wave system, using renewable solar energy for operation.

The range is complemented by wired solutions, including Electro 230 models controlled with a wall-mounted switch.

Choosing external awnings or roller shutters does not mean compromising on the appearance of your building. FAKRO products feature a modern, minimalist design that blends harmoniously with both contemporary architecture and more traditional homes.

A wide range of colour options makes it easy to match accessories to window frames, façades, and roofing materials, creating a cohesive and visually appealing overall appearance.