Staying in the shade is in
With temperatures set to keep soaring this Summer, and the MET Office suggesting that 2023 will be one of the hottest years on record, finding ways to keep cool – that don’t involve being confined inside with a fan – is becoming a number one priority.
Last year’s heatwave saw thermometers reaching a scorching 40°C in July, giving some Mediterranean holiday destinations a run for their money, and it looks like we’re on track for a repeat scenario this year.
Historically, we Brits don’t claim to be the most experienced when it comes to knowing how to act in the blazing heat – there’s a reason why the phrase ‘only mad dogs and Englishmen go out in the midday sun’ rings so true.
For garden inspiration, the friendly and knowledgeable team at Poole-based Broadview Shading Solutions, offer the very best in shading options from pergolas and awnings to glass roof shading and parasols.
Inspired by the Med
Residential Spanish gardens are rarely seen without some form of adaptable shade, with retractable or louvred pergolas featuring in the smallest to the largest outdoor spaces. Creating a protective, cool environment, pergolas make it possible to relax outside (even in that infamous midday sun) without dealing directly with the sun’s rays.
Broadview, the leading shading solutions specialist in Dorset, have been providing homes across the UK with innovative ways to keep cool for over 50 years, with an inspiring range of retractable roof pergolas, awnings and glass roof shading.
Creating additional living space outdoors, pergolas have the benefit of being highly adaptable, and with a wide range of different models with different features and functionality, all manufactured by marketing leader Brustor, the options are endless.
When the Summer temperatures cool, pergola roofs can be retracted, or the louvres tilted, to benefit from the evening’s golden hour – perfect for eating meals al-fresco or entertaining friends and family.
The best part is, pergolas from Broadview even make it possible to get more from the garden in Winter – offering protection from rain and with optional integrated heating when the Summer sun fades to a hazy memory, the opportunity to enjoy more time outside still remains.
Laid-back flexibility
Taking a cue from the South of France, one of the best ways to achieve a laid-back enjoyment of whatever the weather has in store is to be prepared. There’s a reason French cafes and restaurants on the continent are fitted with stylish retractable awnings – once you’re covered (literally) for any weather, it’s much easier to sit back and relax.
Offering the perfect way to create shade at a touch of a button, residential awnings provide the ideal level of flexibility in summer. Wall mounted to your property, they take up very little space when retracted, but are able to create as much, or as little, shade as you desire. They’re a great choice for both small and large gardens and make it so much more pleasant to enjoy the outdoors.
Plus, with modern awnings available from Broadview in a range of colours and the option for motor operation, not only are they hardwearing, they are able to withstand windspeeds of close to 50km/h, and you can also have them fitted with integrated lights and heaters so there’s no need to hide away indoors once summer is over either.
Cooler homes
Face the upcoming weather with a new sense of confidence when you opt for a modern and sophisticated shading solution from Broadview.
Our collection of awnings, pergolas and roof shades, manufactured in Europe by Brustor, offer homeowners bespoke shading solutions for getting the most out of their outdoor space – keeping cool in the Summer months yet enjoying the outdoors all year round.
For more information about our versatile shading options for staying cool this Summer and ways to get more enjoyment from your garden throughout the seasons, speak to an adviser from Broadview Shading Solutions.
Our expert team handles the design and installation from beginning to end, providing you with a stress-free experience while transforming your garden into a comfortable and all-year-round space to enjoy.
Visit www.broadview.co.uk or call our friendly team on 01202 679012
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