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They are the perfect complement for terraces, balconies, and windows. With their simple contours and vibrant fabrics, drop awnings add a splash of colour to buildings while providing optimal sun protection. Read more
These elements ensure comfort, style, and ease of use, and are available in a wide range of both free-hanging and guided models.
BT‘s drop awnings are certified and guarantee excellent mechanical wind resistance. With a focus on detail and a minimalist design, some models are even equipped with a compact cassette for added fabric protection.
BT drop awnings are made to measure, and proudly offer a 100% MADE IN ITALY production guarantee. They can be customised down to the smallest details, including dimensions, installation method, and finish. BT colours are vibrant and long-lasting, and the colour palette is extensive, available for both the cover fabric and the cassette.
Thanks to their careful, modern, and elegant design, they’re perfectly adaptable to any setting — from balcony coverings to continuous façades and shopfronts. With spring, winch, or motorised operation, these awnings are easy and practical to use, and can be installed on walls or ceilings, or in niches.
Online purchasing options and price quotes are available.
Various customisation options for drop awnings
The aluminium profiles of the drop awning cassette can be customised with over 50 different colours. The colour range has been curated by expert designers and architects, paying close attention to the latest trends.
All BT drop awnings are powder coated in-house in accordance with strict quality standards and using only polyester powders. These coatings ensure maximum colour brilliance, superior ageing resistance, and ease of cleaning and maintenance. In addition to custom coating, the cover fabric can also be selected from among the numerous options in the Fabric Collection. Premium materials that guarantee exceptional strength, durability, sophisticated aesthetics, and unmatched performance.
Drop awnings: UV protection
These awnings offer effective protection against harmful UV rays. The level of protection depends on the fabric and its thickness. The thicker the fabric, the greater the level of sun protection. The colour of the fabric also plays a key role in this function. Darker colours absorb more rays, while lighter ones absorb fewer. Decreased sunlight penetration into indoor areas also results in significant energy savings. Fewer rays mean less heat, which means less need for air conditioning in the summertime. But drop awnings offer more that UV protection alone.
They also serve as a barrier against prying eyes. They provide excellent privacy, allowing you to enjoy your outdoor areas, garden, or terrace without any concerns. Therefore, in addition to being stylish additions, outdoor awnings are also practical enhancements for any home.
Innovation, strength durability, and warranty
To ensure proper operation of outdoor drop awnings in all weather and in various positions, BT also manages installation using state-of-the-art technology.
The installation systems developed by BT ensure consistent and uniform fabric tensioning at every level of extension. Even in strong breezes, the awning remains stable, and the front bar does not detach when the fabric is billowing.
Motorised operation and exclusive lighting solutions
Drop awnings are among the most widely used. Consisting of vertical panels that hang straight down, they are commonly used on balconies or to shade garden gazebos. These awnings usually have two parts: the main panels, which descend vertically and block sunlight,
and a lower section that protrudes beyond the balcony railing, and remains slightly raised, allowing more light and air circulation. Drop awnings operate using a roller that rolls up the panels, enabling them to lower vertically in the desired direction. The movement is motorised and controlled by a remote control. Drop awnings are typically used on balconies that already have an overhead cover, offering lateral protection for added shade and privacy. BT drop awnings can also be equipped with integrated sensors to detect strong winds and bad weather, triggering automatic retraction. Finally, BT outdoor drop awnings can also include elegant LED lighting in the lower profile of the watertight cassette. This refined feature not only enhances aesthetics, but also makes it possible to enjoy outdoor spaces into the evening hours. It’s a simple and practical solution that transforms any outdoor area into an attractive and inviting environment, where aesthetics and functionality come together to create a unique space.
Drop awnings: always choose quality
Drop awnings descend vertically from a roller, and provide both frontal and lateral coverage. They are often used on balconies that already have an overhead cover. A common example would be a balcony shaded by the one above, or by a canopy. In addition to being decorative features for balconies and terraces, they also offer excellent privacy.
The selection of the right drop awning is an important decision. Many factors need to be evaluated carefully. One of the most important is the quality of the rollers, which guide the fabric smoothly and reliably during operation.
It is also important to consider what is expected from the awning cover, in order to select the most suitable fabric, possibly waterproof.
Drop awnings are fitted with guides that allow the cover fabric to remain fixed at the sides and/or at ground level during extension and retraction. The choice of guides depends on functionality and/or the customer’s personal preference. BT offers its extensive experience and decades of expertise to provide customers with the best advice when selecting the most suitable product.