Australind | Ziptrak® Outdoor Blinds Bring Mesh to a Patio That Used to Run Clear PVC

This Australind patio previously had a Clear PVC blind, installed by another supplier, fitted to the opening. Clear PVC has its place, it’s a great option when a fully enclosed, all-weather room with an uninterrupted view is the goal, but after years of use this particular panel had gone loose and cloudy and was due for a change. Rather than reach for more PVC, the owner decided mesh would suit the way this patio actually gets used.

A new Ziptrak® Outdoor Blind now covers the opening, made up in Visiontex® mesh in Carbon at 94% UV protection, powder coated in white and fitted internally, recessed into an existing groove in the brickwork under the eave for a clean, built-in finish. It’s manually operated, straightforward for everyday use.

It comes down to matching the fabric to how the space is used. Clear PVC is the better pick when you want full weatherproofing and an unobstructed view year-round, but for a patio that’s mostly about everyday shade, mesh has some real advantages: it’s lower-maintenance day to day, it won’t cloud or sag with age the way a clear panel eventually can, and it still lets air move through the patio rather than holding in heat on a warm afternoon. For this particular spot, that made mesh the better fit.

For a patio like this one, moving from Clear PVC to mesh, Ziptrak® Outdoor Blinds can help:

• Suit a patio that’s used mainly for everyday shade rather than a fully enclosed, all-weather room
• Offer a lower-maintenance option than a clear panel, without the same level of care needed to keep it looking its best
• Let air move through the space rather than holding in heat on a warm afternoon
• Block UV while keeping a soft, breathable finish
• Fit neatly into an existing recess or groove for a built-in look

To see more, have a look through the gallery of jobs we’ve installed throughout Western Australia for some inspiration.

Whether you’re after the full clear-view weatherproofing of Clear PVC or the everyday breathability of mesh, fill out our Free Measure & Quote form or get in touch with the team to find the right fit for your space.

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