Café-Style Mesh Blinds Installed Beneath Glass Pergola
This project involved the manufacture and installation of two custom café-style mesh blinds, designed to run horizontally beneath a glass-roofed pergola to provide effective solar control without compromising light or airflow.
Installed below the glazing, the blinds reduce glare and heat buildup while still allowing filtered daylight to pass through, making the pergola more comfortable to use throughout the day.
Design & Operation
Each blind operates horizontally on a roller system and is controlled via a manual crank gearbox, providing simple, reliable operation without the need for power or automation. This approach suits pergola installations where access, simplicity, and long-term reliability are priorities.
Materials & Finish
The blinds were manufactured using OUTLOOK® Mesh in the colour Nougat, a neutral tone that works well under glazed roof structures and integrates cleanly with light-coloured architectural finishes.
Mesh fabric was selected to:
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Reduce glare and radiant heat
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Maintain airflow
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Preserve visibility and a light, open feel beneath the pergola
Result
The completed installation provides a practical and visually unobtrusive shading solution that enhances the usability of the pergola space. The blinds sit neatly beneath the glass roof, operate smoothly, and deliver effective sun control while maintaining the openness of the area below.