Outdoor patio blinds
Outdoor patio blinds shelter a patio, stoep or lapa from sun, glare and wind so you can use it all year. The two main options are sunscreen mesh, which cuts glare and heat while letting air through and keeping some view, and canvas, which gives full shade and privacy and keeps the weather out.
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Key facts
| Best for | Patio |
|---|---|
| Light | Mesh cuts glare but keeps daylight; canvas gives full shade. |
| Privacy | Partial with mesh by day, full with canvas. |
| Care | Rinse with clean water and a soft brush or cloth, and let them dry before rolling up. |
What you get with outdoor patio blinds
- Sunscreen mesh and canvas
- Side channels (zip-track) for windy spots
- Manual or motorised operation
- Made to fit patios, stoeps, lapas and braai areas
Worth knowing before you choose
- Canvas should be dry before it's rolled up, or it can mark and mildew.
- In windy spots, blinds without side channels can flap. Zip-track systems hold the edges.
- Mesh blocks sun and glare, but it won't keep rain out.
Questions about outdoor patio blinds
Which is better for a patio: sunscreen mesh or canvas?
Sunscreen mesh if your main problem is sun, glare and heat and you want air to move and some view out. Canvas if you want full shade and privacy and to keep the weather out.
How do you clean outdoor patio blinds?
Rinse off grit first, then wash gently with mild soapy water and a soft brush or cloth, and let them dry fully before rolling them up. Harsh chemicals and pressure washers can damage the fabric.
