How to Make Your Sunshine Coast Backyard Comfortable All Year Round

Creating the Ultimate Year-Round Alfresco Space

The Sunshine Coast has some of the best weather going, from the busy heart of Maroochydore to the quiet spots around Alexandra Headland. But if you want a backyard that's just as comfy in the sticky January heat as it is on a chilly July night, you need the right setup.

Summer: Beating the Heat

Step one for summer comfort is stopping that blistering sun. Retractable folding arm awnings and track-guided Ziptrak® blinds are brilliant for throwing some deep shade over your entertaining area.

By stopping the sun's heat before it bakes your patio slab or hits your windows, you cool down the whole outdoor space heaps. Plus, it means your aircon inside doesn't have to work nearly as hard.

Winter: Wind Protection and Heating

When winter rolls in, those southerly breezes can turn an open patio into an icebox. Dropping down your Side Channel or Ziptrak® blinds blocks the wind chill completely, meaning you can actually use the space without freezing.

• Whack up an outdoor radiant strip heater to quickly warm up the enclosed space.
• Throw down a heavy outdoor rug to insulate the floor and make things feel a bit cozier.
• Make sure your blinds are fully down and locked in to trap all that warmth inside.

Bug Protection for Humid Evenings

Warm, muggy coastal nights always bring out the mozzies. A fully sealed Ziptrak® system with a brush-seal pelmet works like a charm to keep the bugs out. You can leave your back doors wide open and eat dinner outside without getting eaten alive.

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A Local Investment

All our shade gear is custom made right here at our Warana factory. When you go with Kawana Blinds, you're getting tough, high-quality gear that's built specifically to handle everything the Sunshine Coast weather can throw at it.