External Blinds
External blinds are the most effective solar shading solution when it comes to preventing overheating in our buildings. Installed on the outside of a building, external shading is the first line of defence against solar heat gain and can significantly reduce our reliance on HVAC systems, which are damaging to the environment and often costly to run.
At Waverley, we're on a mission to encourage architects to specify both external and internal blinds to ensure the chosen shading solution optimises both occupant comfort and energy efficiency. And our range of industry leading systems gives them the chance to do just this.
Our Product Range
External Roller Blinds
External roller blinds provide reliable shading, privacy, and energy efficiencies for buildings such multi-dwelling units. The fabric is retained in the side channels with a zip-lock mechanism to prevent damage in adverse weather conditions.
Using A2 fire-rated fabric, which passes UK regulations, external roller blinds reduce glare and help to regulate internal temperatures, contributing to lower energy costs. Pairing with an automated system, like our S3 Synchronised Solar Shading range, elevates the performance further as they can be programmed to track the position of the sun and adjust the height of the blinds accordingly to prevent overheating in the building.
External Venetian Blinds
External venetian blinds operate in just the same way as their internal counterparts and are, arguably, the most versatile external shading system. While they cannot provide a full dimout like external rollers due to the open slats, external venetian blinds provide an excellent balance of both privacy and light control.
Able to be easily integrated into any facade, external venetians can be made up to 5m wide and to a 5m drop.
External Roller Shutters
External roller shutters are the heaviest duty external shading system and are much like shutters we see on shopfront windows in the UK. Offering maximum privacy and security, external roller shutters are available in up to a 3m width and 3.5m drop.
We designed and installed over 500 external roller shutters on our project at Television Centre White City, which is currently the largest installation of external shutters on one project in the UK.
External Markisolette Blinds
External Markisolette Blinds are an adaptation on standard roller blinds, comprising of a vertical top section before the fabric projects away from the window, similar to an awning.
Providing an option for projects which require both shading and a clear view to the outside, external markisolette blinds can be manufactured up to a maximum width of 4m and drop of 3.5m.
External Rooflight Blinds
Ideal for projects with large skylights, external rooflight blinds provide excellent control over glare and heat gain without compromising on the natural light entering the space.
Our UK manufactured range has maximum dimensions of 6500mm (w) x 6000mm (h).
Inspiration
Television Centre, White City
Take a look into our first major external roller shutter project at Television Centre in White City. Working with our partners Warema, we designed and installed over 560 motorised shutter systems on the project, which we believe to be the largest external roller shutter installation in the UK.
All systems were complete with a bespoke fascia, colour matched to the blinds. Follow the link below to read all about it.
Specification Considerations
With a myriad of systems and configurations available, we're on hand to help architects with all of the specification considerations. Including:
- What the best product for the requirement is.
- Level of control - full automation or basic motorisation?
- Fixing details.
- Maintenance options.
- Regulations - Beaufort scale, Part O, fire regulations and more.
If you'd like to discuss specification with our team, follow the link below.
Key Benefits
Enhanced building efficiency
Improved thermal comfort
Complying with regulations
Thermal insulation
Security and privacy
Option for full automation
The Only RIBA-Approved External Blind CPD
Our industry first RIBA-CPD, 'External Shading Systems,' covers this subject in greater detail, discussing:
- Relevant legislation such as Part O and fire regulations
- Specification considerations for these systems
- The different types of products available
- Benefits of external systems
We're already booking well into 2025 so follow the link below to get your RIBA-CPD booked.
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