Markilux MX-3 Premium Patio Awning Installation in Hemel Hempstead
A Bespoke Retractable Patio Awning Designed for Outdoor Living
Creating a comfortable outdoor living space is about much more than adding shade. A well-designed premium patio awning can transform how you use your garden, help keep adjoining rooms cooler during the summer months and add a stylish architectural feature to your home.
This recent installation in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, demonstrates how a bespoke Markilux MX-3 retractable patio awning, combined with a matching Markilux 790 side screen, created a practical and elegant outdoor space that can be enjoyed throughout the day.
Designed specifically for the property and professionally installed by our experienced team, this project showcases the attention to detail that goes into every Access Awnings installation.
Installation Overview
Location:
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
Products Installed:
Markilux MX-3 Full Cassette Retractable Patio Awning
Markilux 790 Side Screen with Mobilfix Docking Post
Specification:
> 5.9 metre width x 2.5 metre projection, white cassette and folding arms, Sunbow 41450 premium fabric
> Integrated markilux io motor, markilux io-1 remote control, markilux Vibrabox Eolis 3D wirefree io wind sensor
> Custom-made installation brackets
> White Mobilfix granite docking post for the side screen
Why the markilux MX-3?
The Markilux MX-3 is one of the most popular premium retractable patio awnings in the Markilux collection, combining contemporary styling with exceptional engineering.
Its sleek full cassette design completely encloses the fabric and folding arms when retracted, helping protect the awning from the weather and keeping it looking its best for years to come.
With a generous width of 5.9 metres, this installation provides extensive shade across the patio while maintaining clean architectural lines that complement the property.
The integrated electric motor allows the awning to extend and retract smoothly at the touch of a button, making it effortless to adapt to changing weather conditions throughout the day.
Helping Keep Your Home Cooler
One of the biggest advantages of a quality patio awning is often overlooked.
By shading large glazed doors and windows before sunlight reaches the glass, a retractable patio awning can help reduce solar heat entering the home. This helps create a more comfortable indoor environment during warmer weather while also making the patio a much more enjoyable place to relax, entertain or dine outdoors.
Rather than relying solely on internal blinds, external shading stops much of the heat before it enters the building — a simple yet highly effective way of improving summer comfort.
A Fully Bespoke Installation
Every property is different, which is why every installation begins with a detailed site survey.
For this project, our installation team first carefully removed and responsibly disposed of the customer’s existing awning and brackets before preparing the wall for the new system.
Because every home presents its own structural requirements, custom-made installation brackets were manufactured specifically for this property. These brackets provide the correct projection, alignment and structural support while ensuring the awning integrates neatly with the building.
The awning itself was then lifted safely into position using specialist installation equipment before being securely fixed, levelled and commissioned.
Attention to these details helps ensure reliable operation and a professional finish that complements the appearance of the home.
Intelligent Automation as Standard
This installation also features a range of intelligent automation options designed to make everyday use simple and convenient.
The integrated Markilux io motor allows the awning to be operated effortlessly using the Markilux io-1 remote control.
To help protect the investment, a Markilux Vibrabox Eolis 3D wirefree io wind sensor was also installed. This discreet sensor continuously monitors vibration levels and can automatically retract the awning if wind conditions become excessive, providing added peace of mind when the homeowner is away or sudden weather changes occur.
Markilux 790 Side Screen - Privacy and Additional Shelter
To complete the outdoor living space, a matching Markilux 790 side screen was installed using the same white frame finish and Sunbow 41450 fabric.
The side screen provides additional protection from low-angle sunlight while also increasing privacy and creating shelter from light breezes, helping make the seating area feel more enclosed and comfortable.
For maximum flexibility, this installation uses a Mobilfix docking post, securely mounted on a granite base. The removable post allows the side screen to be deployed whenever required while maintaining a clean, unobtrusive appearance when not in use.
Together, the MX-3 patio awning and 790 side screen create a coordinated shading solution that is both highly practical and visually elegant.
Premium Sunbow Fabric
The awning is finished in Markilux Sunbow 41450, one of Markilux’s premium fabric collections.
Designed for long-lasting performance, Sunbow fabrics combine excellent UV protection with outstanding colour stability and a contemporary woven appearance that complements modern architecture.
Combined with the white cassette and folding arms, the result is a clean, timeless finish that enhances both the property and the outdoor living space.
Professional Installation Makes the Difference
Choosing a premium patio awning is only part of the investment.
Correct surveying, bespoke bracket design, safe installation, precise alignment and careful commissioning all play an important role in ensuring years of reliable performance.
At Access Awnings, every installation is completed by experienced engineers who understand that attention to detail is just as important as the product itself.
From the initial survey through to the final demonstration, our aim is to deliver a shading solution that looks exceptional, operates flawlessly and can be enjoyed for many years to come.
Looking for a Premium Retractable Patio Awning?
If you’re considering a motorised patio awning for your home, we’d be delighted to help.
Whether you’re looking to create more shade, improve outdoor comfort, help keep your home cooler or transform the way you use your patio, our team can recommend the right solution for your property.
Contact Access Awnings / Access Garage Doors today to arrange a free home survey and discover the benefits of a bespoke Markilux patio awning.