Are you looking for screens for your home? Renoca offers you an overview of all costs and options. Check here what screens as sun protection will cost in your situation and find the best sun protection for your home.
What do screens cost?
The cost of a screen starts at £ 475 for a width of 1 metre, with manual operation, excluding installation. Depending on the sun protection specialist, you can expect an average mounting fee of £ 100 to £ 300, depending on the size and complexity of the project.
How low or high the price of your screen will be depends, among other things, on the width, length, operation and top cover. In the cost overview below, see the prices for each component of a screen as an awning.
| Screen options | Costs | Exceptions |
|---|---|---|
| Width | £475 – £1.700 | 1 to 5 metres wide |
| Operation | £ 35 – £ 365 | Manual or electric |
| Cover | £ 0 – £ 365 | Manual or electric |
| Overhead | £ 0 – £ 40 | Standard or special model |
| Mounting | £ 100 – £ 200 | |
| Total | £ 600 – £ 2.300 |
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Price examples
Below is a table with three price examples. All examples do not include mounting and are for screens with a length of 150 centimetres.
| Small budget | Medium budget | Large budget |
|---|---|---|
| 1 metre wide, manual control, excl. mounting | 2 metres wide, electronic control, excl. mounting | 3 metres wide, electronic operation, excl. mounting |
| Costs £555 | Costs £850 | Costs £1,100 |
What types of screens are there?
When you buy screens, you have the choice of various types. You have the standard variant, of course, but also wind-resistant variants. Looking for sun protection that also retains heat? ZIP screens have the protection and insulation you are looking for. Which type best suits your needs? Take a look at the comparison chart below:
| Options | Standard screen | Windproof screen | ZIPscreen |
|---|---|---|---|
| Difference | Underframe is held down by a cable system in the guide. | Underframe is held down by a cable system in the guide, but with an extra spring that pulls the whole thing taut. | Underframe is held down by a cable system in the guide and the sides are zipped up in the side guides. |
| Light intrusion | The sides are open which can bring a dash of light into the house. This light can be limited with an extra lip. | The sides are open which can bring a dash of light into the house. This incidence of light can be limited with an extra lip. | Covers the entire window. |
| Operation | Manual or electric. | Manual or electric. | Manual or electric. |
| Form-fast | No, the fabric will become more flexible with time. | Yes, the fabric is held in tension by cable and springs. | Yes, the fabric is sealed on all sides by the zip system. |
| Flapping lower frame | Possible in high winds. | No. | No. |
| Insect-resistant | No, there are gaps on the sides. | No, there are gaps on the sides. | Yes, system encloses all sides. |
| Price | Average. | During. |
Price structure of screens
What choices affect screen prices?
When putting together your screen, there are a number of things you have to choose from. Because you can tailor screens to your exact requirements, the overall prices vary. Below you will find more information on how various choices affect the price.
Choice 1: Screen width
Most screens are available from 0.5 metres wide. Depending on the design, a width of up to 6 metres is possible. A specialist can examine with you which screens meet this requirement.
The table below shows average screen prices per metre width. These are based on windproof screens, manual operation and a length of 1 metre.
| Width of windproof screens | Costs (1 metre length)
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 metre | From £475 | |||
| 2 metre | From £650 | |||
| 3 metre | From £850 | |||
| 4 metre | From £1.000 | |||
| 5 metres | From £ 1,700 |
Choice 2: Control
After the size, the choice of control is next. Will you go for manual control or electronic control? Electric blinds are increasingly chosen because of their convenience. On average, the extra cost for this varies from an extra £150 to £365, depending on the degree of luxury you choose.
Below you will find more information on different types of electronic control:
| Operation | Special features |
|---|---|
| Eye-wind | With (detachable) hand crank or a turning rod on the inside. |
| Electric control | Wall switch with motor. |
| Time-controlled control | The blinds open and close at a preset time. |
| Domotics system | Ablinds open or close automatically in the event of sun, rain and wind. A home automation system works on the basis of wind, rain or solar cell sensors. |
| Wireless control with remote control | Wireless remote control makes it easy to open and close the blinds. |
| Wireless control with a mobile app | With an app that you download onto your mobile phone or tablet, you open and close the blinds. Other electrical devices can also be connected to this app, such as lighting. |
Choice 3: Top cap
There are 3 types of top caps for a screen. A bevelled top cap is included in the price as standard, but choice of a square or round top cap is also possible. See the table below for the additional costs per screen.
| Top cover | Price per screen, incl. VAT | Exceptions |
|---|---|---|
| Square | £ 0 | Standard included |
| Square | From £20 | |
| Rounded cap | From £40 |
Choice 4: Mounting
Would you like to be sure that your screens will soon be firmly fixed and the wall will not be damaged during mounting? Have your blinds mounted by a professional to guarantee the desired result. There are different ways to mount screens:
- Exterior mounting: frame sits in front of the window outside.
- Interior mounting: frame sits in front of the window inside.
- Construction: frame sits on the wall.
- Installation: frame sits in the wall.
Consult with the blinds specialist about which mounting option is the best solution for your home.
Check out the table below for mounting costs, measuring costs and other costs involved in mounting.
| Assembly | Em. costs | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assembly costs per screen | £ 100 – £ 300 | ||||
| Fitting service | £ 30 – £ 100 | ||||
| Delivery | Delivery | ||||
| Delivery | Delivery | ||||
| Delivery | Delivery | Delivery | Delivery | £ 40 – £ 60 |
Tips for screens
We conclude with some tips for buying and maintaining your new blinds.
1. Choose the best blinds specialist for you
How do you know which blinds specialist to choose? By comparing several quotes, you can easily discover the differences between various specialists. This way you can easily choose the specialist with the best price-quality ratio for your project. Consider the following factors, for example, when making your comparison:
- Prices: what are the total prices for the screen, operation and installation? What quality do you get for this?
- Guarantee: what is the guarantee period and what are the guarantee conditions?
- Time schedule: when will the screens be delivered and installed? Does this fit into your schedule?
- Extras: will the sun protection specialist meet any additional requirements you may have?
At Renoca, you can easily request several quotes using a single quote form. So you can start comparing easily and quickly.
2. Keep your screens looking great with good maintenance
Do you want to enjoy your blinds for an extra long time? Then do not only choose good quality, but also maintain your screens regularly after installation. What is the best way to maintain these materials? Check the article Cleaning sun blinds for more information on maintenance and see the table below:
| Cleaning | Do | Not do |
|---|---|---|
| Towel | Brush + damp cloth | Use detergent |
| Metal parts | Neutral detergent | Use soda, alkaline or acidic cleaning products |
| Plastic parts | Hot water | Use aggressive detergent |
3. Find out about warranty conditions from the awning specialist
The lifespan of screens is between 10 and 20 years, with an average warranty period of 5 years. What must a screen meet to be covered by the guarantee? It is important to ask about the conditions before buying your blinds. That way you know when you can or cannot fall under the guarantee to have a screen (part) repaired or replaced.
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Frequently asked questions
The cost of a screen depends on, among other things, dimensions, operation and design. A screen 1 metre wide and 1 metre long with manual operation can be bought from £ 475, excluding installation.
Whether or not a screen insulates depends on the type of screen you buy. Special ZIP screens are fixed in the frame on all sides. As a result, air cannot escape and the screen insulates well.
