British Summer: Why Reliable Shading Isn’t Just a Nice-to-Have
Let’s be honest: no one really knows what to wear in a British summer. You leave the house in sunglasses, and by lunchtime you're reaching for a brolly and a hoodie — while still getting sunburned.
This unpredictable mix of sunshine, showers, and sideways wind isn’t just a challenge for our wardrobes. It also makes outdoor living and commercial alfresco setups tricky to manage — unless you’ve got the right protection in place.
That’s exactly where Central Awnings comes in.
Not Just Shade – Solutions That Work, Rain or Shine We specialise in supplying high-spec shading systems to trade professionals across the UK. That includes everything from robust retractable awnings and motorised external screens, to bioclimatic pergolas with integrated lighting and heating.
But here's the thing: it’s not just about how it looks. Our products are designed to perform in real-world British conditions — and we back them with the support trade partners actually need.
Why Trade Customers Choose Central Awnings We’ve built our reputation around making life easier for installers, contractors, and resellers. If you're in the trade, you’ve probably dealt with:
vague spec sheets
late deliveries
kit that doesn’t match the drawings
silence when you call for support
That’s not how we operate. With Central Awnings, you get:
✅ Reliable, well-built products that are made to measure and tested for UK conditions ✅ Full technical documentation — no guesswork ✅ Real-world lead times you can plan around ✅ A team that answers the phone and knows the details
Whether you’re building a custom garden room, fitting out a rooftop bar, or kitting out a terrace for year-round use — we’ll help you spec the right solution first time.
What We Supply We work with trusted European manufacturers and supply trade customers across the UK with:
Folding arm awnings (manual or motorised)
Drop-down external screens for glare and wind protection
Louvred roof pergolas with water drainage and lighting options
All associated brackets, fixings, sensors, and Somfy motorisation
Need custom brackets or help with fixing into unusual substrates? No problem — we’ll help you get it right.
Let’s Make Shade While the Sun Shines The demand for quality outdoor spaces isn’t going anywhere. But the weather won’t wait — and neither should your project schedule.
If you're in the trade and want more than just a catalogue or a one-size-fits-all solution, get in touch with Central Awnings.
We’ll help you deliver shading systems that look good, install smoothly, and hold up — no matter what the forecast throws at them.
Speak to the team Visit: centralawnings.co.uk Or drop us a line — we’re here to help.