Have Zipscreens Installed on the Costa Blanca

Why choose this solution?

Screens stop solar heat before it reaches the glass while retaining some of the outward view during the day. With a good system, the fabric, cassette, guides and motor work as one integrated unit.

The best choice is the solution that people use naturally. We therefore discuss who operates the system, when protection is needed and how much visibility, ventilation, privacy or blackout effect should remain.

Technical checks before ordering

We check the wall construction, recess, clear opening size, wind load, cable route and the unobstructed movement of windows or sliding doors. A zipscreen keeps the fabric in the side guides and is therefore more stable than a free-hanging fabric.

A made-to-measure product can only function properly when the measuring method suits the system. We record the width, height, projection, installation side and operation, and check doors, windowsills, roller-shutter boxes, downpipes and other obstacles.

Specific considerations for the Costa Blanca

In homes and projects involving measuring, fastening and a neat technical handover, we encounter a wide range of façades and frames. A property may be sheltered, or fully exposed to sun or wind. That is why we do not base a proposal on a photograph alone. A local survey prevents an attractive solution from being applied incorrectly from a technical perspective.

From La Nucía, we schedule projects across the Costa Blanca as part of our established service area. For multiple products, measuring, power supply, installation and operation can be combined into one plan.

Colour, fabric, mesh and finish

Fabric colour and openness factor together determine visibility, light and heat reduction. Dark fabric generally provides a better outward view, while lighter colours create a softer appearance on the façade.

We prefer to view samples alongside the frame, façade brick and interior. Bright Spanish light changes colours considerably. Neutral shades may appear warmer or cooler, and dark materials become hotter; we take this into account without turning personal taste into a technical fairy tale.

Manual, electric or solar

Manual operation is simple, but electric operation can be much more convenient for large or frequently used systems. Solar is particularly interesting when cabling is difficult. The dimensions, weight, frequency of use and available position for a solar panel determine whether it is a sensible choice.

For motorised systems, we discuss wall transmitters, remote controls, optional sensors and operation per product or group. A wind sensor helps, but does not make sun protection indestructible; responsible use remains essential in strong winds.

What determines the price?

The price depends on the dimensions, system, profile colour, fabric or mesh, motor, accessibility and mounting surface. Installation on a straight, easily accessible façade is different from working at height, above a patio cover or on a surface requiring additional anchoring.

After measuring, you will receive a proposal in which the product and execution belong together. This means you are not comparing a bare online price with a complete, installed made-to-measure product.

Maintenance in the coastal climate

Sand and salt require regular but gentle maintenance. Carefully rinse profiles and guides, remove dirt before it causes abrasion and do not use aggressive products. Moving parts should not be treated randomly with grease or spray; follow the system’s maintenance instructions.

Do not leave a product rolled or folded while wet for long periods, and check after strong winds that everything moves freely. Early attention to noise, uneven movement or stiffness often prevents more serious damage.

Common mistakes with made-to-measure sun protection and insect screens

A common mistake is ordering based on a rough wall opening. Frames are not always straight, tile edges may protrude, and a roller shutter or door handle may sit exactly within the operating area. Wind resistance is also sometimes treated as an absolute figure, even though dimensions, installation, façade position and correct use together determine what is safe.

A second mistake is choosing the cheapest system first and only then considering power, installation and operation. This can result in visible cables, an awkward crank or a cassette that obstructs the door. With made-to-measure work, the complete usage situation should be established before production.

Combining solutions for a cooler and more comfortable home

Exterior sun protection is most effective when heat is stopped before it enters through the glass. This can be combined with interior sun protection for atmosphere and privacy. Insect screens then make it possible to ventilate during cooler hours without an invasion of mosquitoes. The products therefore fulfil different functions and can reinforce one another.

Different systems do not have to be used on every façade. A zipscreen may be the logical choice for a large glazed frontage, a roller shutter for a bedroom and a pleated insect screen door for a frequently used patio door. By coordinating colours and operation, the overall appearance remains calm while each opening receives the technically appropriate solution.

Checklist for a good quotation

• Are the exact dimensions, system type and installation position specified?
• Are the profile colour, fabric or mesh type and operation confirmed?
• Are the motor, transmitter, sensors and electrical connection included?
• Is it clear who will dismantle and dispose of existing products?
• Are lifting equipment, accessibility, fastening materials and adjustment included?
• Will you receive instructions on use, wind and maintenance after installation?

These points make quotations comparable and prevent essential components from appearing as surprises during installation.

From advice to installation

1. Discuss the opening, sun exposure and intended use.
2. Have the dimensions and mounting surface checked.
3. Choose the design, colour and operation using actual samples.
4. Receive a complete price for the made-to-measure product and installation.
5. Have the system installed, adjusted and explained.

Advice from Port of Altea

Would you like to know which design is right for you? Contact us or visit our showroom in La Nucía. You can also view the main page about exterior sun protection on the Costa Blanca.