Zipscreens in Orihuela Costa

Why choose this solution?

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

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

Technical checks before ordering

We check the wall construction, recess, daylight opening, wind load, cable route and the free 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 matches the system. We record the width, height, projection, mounting side and operation, and check doors, windowsills, roller-shutter boxes, downpipes and other obstacles.

Specific considerations for Orihuela Costa

In villas, golf resorts and second homes in Orihuela Costa, we encounter a wide range of façades and window frames. The location may be sheltered, but it may also be 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 in Orihuela Costa as part of our established service area. With multiple products, measuring, power supply, installation and operation can be combined in a single plan.

Colour, fabric, mesh and finish

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

We prefer to view samples alongside the window frame, façade brickwork and interior. Bright Spanish light changes colours significantly. Neutral tones can 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 wiring is difficult. The dimensions, weight, frequency of use and available position for a solar panel determine whether it is a sensible choice.

For motorisation, we discuss wall transmitters, remote controls, possible sensors and operation per product or group. A wind sensor helps, but does not make solar shading 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 against a surface requiring additional anchoring.

After measuring, you receive a proposal in which the product and installation are considered 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 starts to cause 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 up 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 solar shading 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 be positioned exactly within the operating area. Wind resistance is also sometimes treated as an absolute figure, even though the dimensions, installation, façade position and correct use together determine what is responsible.

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

Combining solutions for a cooler, more comfortable home

External solar shading is most effective when heat is stopped before it enters through the glass. This can be combined with internal shading 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 façades do not all need the same system. A zipscreen may be the logical choice for a large glazed opening, a roller shutter for a bedroom and a pleated insect-screen door for a frequently used patio door. Coordinating the colours and operation keeps the overall appearance calm, while each opening receives the technically appropriate solution.

Checklist for a good quotation

• Are the exact dimensions, system type and mounting 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, fixings and adjustment included?
• Will you receive instructions on use, wind and maintenance after installation?

These points make quotations easier to compare 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 configuration, 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 configuration is right for you? Contact us or visit our showroom in La Nucía. You can also view the main page about external solar shading on the Costa Blanca.