VELA
Soft, filtered light when you want shade. An open sky when you don’t. A retractable fabric roof changes with your day.
The fabric travels along guided supports to bring shade over a terrace, then folds back to reveal the sky. Plan the roof slope, fabric tension and water route together; suitability for rain depends on the complete system, not just the fabric.
Dimensions, load ratings, waterproofing, motor compatibility and warranty must be confirmed for the selected model and installation.
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Use these points to build a specification for your site. Confirm the final model, options and installation drawings together.
Specify the fabric reference, color, light transmission and seam layout. A mesh that filters sunlight and a membrane intended for rain protection serve different purposes. Review a physical sample and the complete roof construction before deciding.
Allow for the folded fabric stack, carrier movement and clearances at doors. Confirm the roof fall and where collected water leaves the structure. Avoid treating fabric waterproofness as proof that every joint and perimeter is watertight.
Agree the normal opening sequence and the instructions for rain, wind, frost and power loss for the exact system. Confirm sensor compatibility and the motor’s access for servicing. Do not infer a universal safe operating limit from a roof photograph.
Choose a retractable canopy when an open sky is your priority. Consider a louvered pergola when adjustable light and an architectural roof matter more. Add side screens for low-angle sun and privacy.
Yes, compatible systems can combine overhead shade and side screening. Check the frame interfaces, drainage, wind exposure and electrical requirements together before confirming the design.
No universal rating applies. Performance varies by model, size, fabric, drainage and installation. Ask for the selected model’s documentation and follow its operating limits.
A useful project brief includes site photos, approximate dimensions, location, intended use and any building constraints. These details help narrow the right system before a final site survey and specification.
Tell us about your space. Start with an idea, a few measurements, or simply a question.
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