Solar and wet weather protection that works almost anywhere

The markilux "pergola" product range is extremely versatile

The end consumer holds pergola awnings in high esteem as they create an outdoor space that has an airy Mediterranean flair. In recent years, manufacturer markilux has built up a particularly wide-ranging portfolio for this type of product. With this, a broad range of areas can be covered and many wishes with respect to individual requirements for sun and wet weather protection can be fulfilled.

Today's pergola awnings have very diverging characters. But they all have one thing in common: these awning systems have been a sales magnet for years. Mainly, because they are more versatile and less expensive than a conservatory. On top of that, air can circulate under a pergola awning, so it is all but impossible for heat to accumulate. In addition, these systems can be attached to the wall of almost any house. And with their supporting posts, they are more stable in wind than many a conventional awning. For this reason, manufacturer markilux has continued to expand its range of pergola products over the course of time. Today, it offers a maximum in variety and design options.

Accessories giving wet weather protection
"We started years ago already with our 'pergola classic'. It was our first model of this kind, combining graceful lines with high stability. This is ensured by the telescopic posts at the front, which can be secured to the ground or held in place by weighted ballast boxes," explains Director, Michael Gerling, responsible for Production and R&D within the company. The model quickly found many aficionados in the market and showed potential to be made even more versatile. Initially, focus was laid on developing accessories for the "pergola classic". Matching vertical roller blinds and the shadeplus function should turn the awning into an all-round weather protection system. Weather protection that makes it possible to stay outside in comfort and in a cosy atmosphere almost all year round. The textile character of the solution as well as the lighting and heating options contribute to this, as well.

Variety in shape and size
The first pergola model concentrated primarily on size, as up to 30 square metres can be shaded using just one awning. And several units can be added to it. "In a next step, we therefore wanted to develop another model for smaller areas. So in 2019, we brought the 'pergola compact' onto the market", Mr Gerling goes on to say. This compact, smart awning is suitable for areas up to 18 square metres in size. Unlike its sister model, the design of which is based on rounded forms, the smaller "pergola" is based on an angular design. From that compact format, it then carried on to the XXL format and an awning of superlatives with a completely new drive system: the "pergola stretch". Areas of up to 175 square metres can be covered and its cover is is transported in a similar way to that of a roof festoon. This year, the product range is to be expanded once again, this time by way of the "pergola cubic". Technically, it is identical to the classic "pergola", but revisits angular design language once again.

Suitable for a wide variety of situations
Michael Gerling explains: "The ability to offer a wide range of size options is a clear sales argument. But design details are also important to the end consumer. After all, the awning needs to suit the appearance of the house. And the modern architecture of today is often dominated by an angular design culture," he says. The different models, size formats, plus complementary accessories offer a lot of scope to configure the system individually, in particular, because it can also be combined with other awning models from the manufacturer. According to Mr. Gerling, just about any surface area can be shaded in this way. This applies to private gardens as well as to the outdoor areas of restaurants, cafés or hotels. This is perhaps the most decisive unique selling point that markilux has to offer. "We offer the most comprehensive product range in the market as far as 'pergola' systems are concerned. And our customers fully appreciate that", Mr. Gerling is convinced.

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markilux stands for 'Design Made in Germany', innovative new products and excellent quality in the exterior solar protection sector. Since 1972 folding-arm awnings, conservatory awnings and vertical blinds have been produced at its manufacturing facility in Emsdetten, northern Germany. The high-quality products are distributed by professional partners in Germany and abroad. Selected companies assure the high qualitative standards during the assembly of the awnings.

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