Create a more comfortable outdoor space with this grey pivot arm awning, designed to provide adjustable shade for suitable windows, patios, balconies and verandahs. Measuring 3.1m x 2.1m including brackets, this retractable awning features breathable 100% polyester fabric, a manual hand-crank mechanism and a practical pivot-arm design.
Extend the fabric canopy to help reduce direct sunlight while allowing air to circulate. When shade is no longer needed, retract the awning using the hand-crank rod. The neutral grey finish also complements a variety of home exteriors and outdoor settings.
Why Choose This Grey Pivot Arm Awning?
- Retractable pivot-arm design: Provides adjustable shade with projecting support arms.
- 3.1m x 2.1m overall size: Suitable for appropriately sized outdoor openings and wall areas.
- 100% polyester fabric: Offers a breathable canopy for outdoor shading.
- UV-resistant material: Helps reduce direct sunlight beneath the extended awning.
- Tear-resistant fabric: Designed for suitable everyday outdoor use.
- Manual hand-crank operation: Extend or retract the canopy without electrical power.
- Removable valance: Allows the decorative fabric valance to be removed as required.
- Wall-mounted design: Provides shade without a freestanding support pole.
- Neutral grey colour: Complements brick, render and contemporary exterior finishes.
- One-year warranty: Included with the product.
Retractable Pivot Arms for Adjustable Outdoor Shade
The pivot-arm construction distinguishes this awning from conventional folding-arm and straight-drop screens.
Its projecting arms support the polyester canopy away from the mounting surface, helping provide shade across a suitable window or outdoor opening.
For example, extend the awning during sunny afternoons to reduce direct sunlight entering a room or reaching a nearby patio area. Afterwards, retract it when you prefer a more open outlook.
Unlike a vertical straight-drop screen, the pivot-arm arrangement positions the fabric outward from the wall. However, the actual projection, canopy angle and shaded area depend on the installed configuration.
Breathable Polyester Fabric with UV Resistance
The canopy is made from 100% polyester fabric, which the supplier describes as breathable, UV-resistant and tear-resistant.
Its breathable construction allows airflow while providing a fabric shade surface, making it a practical option for suitable outdoor living areas.
The grey colour provides an understated appearance that coordinates with timber, brickwork, outdoor tiles and rendered walls.
However, the manufacturer has not supplied a tested UPF classification, UV-blocking percentage or waterproof rating. Therefore, the canopy should not be treated as a waterproof roof or a substitute for other appropriate sun protection.
For everyday care, gently remove loose dirt according to the manufacturer’s cleaning instructions. Allow wet fabric to dry when conditions permit before leaving the awning retracted for extended periods.
Manual Crank Operation and Removable Valance
The awning is designed for manual operation using a hand-crank rod described in the supplier’s product information.
Turn the crank according to the manufacturer’s instructions to extend or retract the canopy. No electric motor, remote control or electrical connection is specified for this model.
The removable valance provides an additional design feature. It can be detached according to the manufacturer’s instructions if you prefer the awning without its front fabric trim.
Always keep hands and nearby objects clear of moving arms. Do not force the mechanism if it becomes obstructed or unusually difficult to operate.
Professional Installation and Weather Safety
This pivot-arm awning requires assembly and secure attachment to a structurally suitable supporting wall.
Professional installation: The supplier recommends professional installation to ensure safe and correct mounting. A qualified installer should assess the wall structure, suitable fixings and required clearances before fitting the awning.
Mounting hardware: Wall brackets are mentioned in the supplier’s description, but their exact contents and the supplied fixings have not been separately specified. Confirm these details before installation.
Dimensions: The listed 3.1m x 2.1m size includes brackets. Confirm the mounting width, projection, fixing positions and actual fabric dimensions using the manufacturer’s installation diagram.
Weather safety: Retract and secure the awning during strong winds, storms, heavy rain and severe weather. No tested operating wind rating has been supplied.
Additional loads: Do not hang flowerpots, lighting or other objects from the pivot arms or frame unless expressly approved by the manufacturer.
Maintenance: Periodically inspect the supporting arms, brackets, fasteners and operating mechanism for looseness or damage. Stop using the awning if any structural component becomes unstable.
Grey Pivot Arm Awning Specifications
- Product type: Manual retractable pivot-arm awning
- Colour: Grey
- Canopy material: 100% polyester
- Frame material: Supplier confirmation required
- Overall dimensions: 3.1m x 2.1m, including brackets
- Fabric properties: Supplier-stated UV and tear resistance
- Operation: Manual hand-crank rod
- Awning design: Retractable pivot arms
- Valance: Removable
- Installation: Wall-mounted
- Assembly required: Yes
- Number of packages: 1
Package Contents and One-Year Warranty
- 1 x Grey Retractable Pivot Arm Awning
- 1 x User Manual
Package note: The hand-crank rod and wall brackets are described in the product information but are not separately itemised in the supplier’s package list. Confirm their inclusion and the supplied mounting hardware before purchasing.
Warranty: This product comes with a one-year warranty.
Applicable Australian Consumer Law guarantees also apply independently of the product warranty. Learn more from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC).
Please note: Product photographs are for illustration purposes. Confirm dimensions and installation requirements against the actual product. Professional installation services and decorative accessories are not included.
Enjoy flexible shade around suitable windows and outdoor living spaces with this grey retractable pivot-arm awning. Explore more options in our Awnings & Retractable Shades collection at Vartiss Store.






