Awnings Online Linea - Full Cassette Awning - Electric Operation
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The Awnings Online Linea is a premium, full cassette electric awning defined by its crisp, rectangular cassette profile. Designed to complement contemporary UK homes, modern extensions, and bi-fold door elevations, it delivers reliable shade while maintaining a sleek, architectural appearance when closed. Unlike traditional awnings, the Linea features an innovative integrated fixing system that bolts directly to the wall without the need for separate, visible wall brackets, creating a seamless and flush-fitted look. Built to order in the UK to your exact dimensions, the fabric and folding arms retract completely into the aluminium housing, protecting the components from the British weather when not in use.
Electric drive is provided by a Somfy IO motor as standard, offering effortless daily operation and the flexibility to upgrade to compatible smart home controls at a later date. If you are looking to extend your time outdoors into the evening, an alternative version of the Linea featuring integrated LED lighting is also available in our shop.
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The Awnings Online Linea is a premium, full cassette retractable folding arm electric awning with a clean rectangular cassette profile, designed to deliver contemporary styling and reliable shade for UK patios, terraces, and garden seating areas. Its sharp, rectangular casing creates a built-in look, making the awning appear as a natural extension of your property rather than an add-on.
The defining feature of the Linea awning is its modern square cassette, which sits tight to the wall and gives a crisp architectural finish when the awning is closed. The fabric and folding arms are fully enclosed inside the cassette, forming a sleek box that blends neatly with rendered walls, modern extensions, and townhouses. This style works particularly well with contemporary window frames and doors, creating a unified façade and a more minimalist, integrated appearance. When retracted, the cassette protects the cloth and mechanisms from weather and dirt, helping the awning stay looking fresh for longer, protected from the harsh British climate in the winter months.
Unlike many awnings that rely on separate wall brackets, the Linea is fixed directly through the cassette at either end, creating a more seamless and stable installation. The load is taken through the cassette itself into the structure, so once installed, the awning looks and feels as though it is part of the wall rather than hanging on exposed brackets. This design is best suited to flat, true surfaces such as brick, block, or smooth render, and is not recommended for rough stone or uneven finishes where the cassette cannot sit flush. With the cassette tight to the wall, you achieve a cleaner visual line and reduce gaps where debris or water might collect.
The Linea is supplied as an electric full cassette model, powered by a high-quality Somfy electric motor concealed inside the cassette for quiet, smooth operation. At the touch of a button, the awning glides in and out, making everyday use effortless compared to manual winding. The motor technology is smart-ready, allowing you to upgrade to Somfy smart app control, voice activation, or weather sensors for added safety and convenience if desired. This means the awning can be easily integrated into a wider home automation setup, giving you flexible control over shade and shelter as your needs evolve.
Sizes are available up to 5500mm wide with a 3000mm projection, making the Linea suitable for everything from compact seating areas to larger family patios. The compact cassette keeps the footprint on the wall relatively small while providing generous cover when extended. Standard frame colours include white, anthracite grey, and black, chosen to complement popular UK window and door finishes and work equally well on traditional and modern homes. Combined with the square cassette and flush fixing, these finishes help the awning sit comfortably within the overall look of the property.
The Linea is designed to combine clean contemporary styling with durable, made-to-measure performance. Built as a full-cassette electric awning, it offers a neat cubic appearance when closed, with the fabric fully enclosed for protection from the weather and everyday dirt.
The Linea uses an integrated fixing system rather than separate wall-mounted brackets. It is fixed directly through the cassette at either end, giving a cleaner finished appearance and helping the awning sit close to the building so the cassette looks almost built into the wall once installed.
This system is best suited to flat, even wall surfaces where the cassette can sit flush and be securely fixed back into the structure. It is not intended for rough stone, heavily uneven masonry, or other non-flat surfaces where the cassette cannot achieve full and even contact.
Every Linea awning is manufactured to order for an accurate fit and balanced projection.
| Projection | Minimum Width (Electric Operation) |
|---|---|
| 1500mm | 1880mm |
| 2000mm | 2450mm |
| 2500mm | 3020mm |
| 3000mm | 3590mm |
The fabric specification for the Linea matches the Cascade range, using premium Irisun acrylic fabrics for long-term outdoor performance. These fabrics are manufactured from 100% solution-dyed acrylic, giving strong colour retention, good resistance to fading, and dependable suitability for exposed patio environments.
Choose from 50 stock fabrics across three collections:
The Linea fabric is designed for everyday external use, with water repellency and stain resistance built into the finish. Routine care is straightforward, using water and a soft brush to remove general dirt while avoiding abrasive cleaning products that may damage the treatment.
As a made-to-measure awning built to order, the Linea is typically supplied on a fast UK lead time compared with many imported alternatives. In most cases, delivery is expected within around 1–2 weeks from order confirmation, depending on specification and seasonality.
The Linea cassette and arms are available in three standard powder-coated finishes, matching the Thirlmere specification:
These finishes are chosen to suit both modern and traditional UK properties, with the square cassette profile particularly well suited to contemporary doors, windows, and rendered façades.
The Linea is available with an electrical control system and is supplied as an electric awning using Somfy motorisation, in line with the wider Lakeland full-cassette awning offering. Somfy IO technology provides smooth remote operation and allows future upgrades to additional controls such as app-based operation, smart home integration, or weather-responsive automation.
The Linea is built as a full-cassette aluminium awning with enclosed arms and protected fabric, designed for long service life and dependable day-to-day use. The Thirlmere design also allows the motor to be replaced without disassembling the screen, which is a practical servicing advantage over some cassette awning types.
The Linea awning is designed for a clean, straightforward face fit installation onto a flat, level wall, and this guide should only be used for that type of fixing. Unlike bracket mounted systems, the Linea is fixed directly through the cassette at either end, creating a neater fitted appearance once installed.
The Linea has been developed with a simple integrated fixing arrangement that suits flat wall installation on suitable masonry or similarly solid, even surfaces. Because the cassette is fixed directly through each end rather than hung on separate wall brackets, the finished result is much cleaner and more architectural, with the awning appearing almost as though it forms part of the wall itself.
For this reason, the Linea should only be installed as a face fit onto a level, flat wall. It is not suitable for rough stone, heavily textured surfaces, uneven masonry, or any location where the back of the cassette cannot sit flush against the wall.
The Linea can be installed by a competent DIY fitter who is comfortable working at height, using power tools, and handling structural fixings. As the awning is supplied as a pre-assembled unit, installation is more straightforward than systems requiring multiple brackets or extensive on-site assembly, although a second person is strongly recommended to help lift and position the cassette safely.
If there is any doubt about the condition of the wall, the quality of the fixing area, or the suitability of the substrate, installation should be carried out by an experienced professional. A flat, sound mounting surface is essential to achieve the correct fit, safe loading, and the intended flush appearance.
Before installation, make sure you have the correct tools available, including a drill with suitable masonry bits, screwdrivers, spanners, a 6mm Allen key, tape measure, pencil, and a long spirit level. Safe access equipment such as a sturdy ladder or scaffold tower should be used, and protective equipment including gloves and eye protection is recommended during drilling and fixing.
The wall itself should be checked carefully before any holes are marked. The fixing area must be structurally sound, flat, and free from cracks or irregularities, with enough uninterrupted space for the full width of the awning cassette. The electrical supply for the Somfy motor should also be prepared in advance, with connection carried out in accordance with the relevant wiring instructions and, where required, by a qualified electrician.
Installation begins by marking the fixing positions at each end of the cassette, ensuring the awning will sit level across its full width and at a suitable height above doors or windows. Accuracy at this stage is important, as the cassette fixes directly to the wall and must sit evenly and flush once secured.
With the positions marked, drill the fixing holes into the wall using appropriate fixings for the substrate. The awning cassette can then be lifted carefully into place and secured through the integrated fixing points at either end. Once fixed, check that the cassette is fully supported, level, and tight to the wall, as this is what gives the Linea its distinctive built-in appearance.
After the awning is mounted, the pitch can be adjusted to achieve the correct fall for shade and rainwater run-off. Once the desired angle has been set, the motor connection can be completed and the awning tested to confirm smooth extension and retraction.
Once installed, the Linea requires only routine checks to keep it operating properly. Fixings should be inspected periodically, the fabric should be cleaned with a soft brush and mild soapy water when needed, and the awning should always be retracted in strong winds or poor weather conditions.
Keeping the awning closed when not in use, especially during prolonged winter periods, will help preserve the fabric and mechanism. Because the full cassette fully encloses the fabric and arms when retracted, the system benefits from added protection against dirt and weathering.
The Linea awning is manufactured to high standards and supported by comprehensive warranty coverage for long-term peace of mind. The following information outlines the protection offered on key components and how to make a claim if ever required.
The Linea awning framework and cassette are covered by a 5-year manufacturer’s warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. This includes the aluminium cassette housing, folding arm mechanisms, front bar and roller tube assembly, and all integral mechanical adjustment components.
The Somfy IO electric motor supplied with the Linea benefits from Somfy’s own 5-year warranty. This applies to both mechanical and electronic parts, including the gearbox, drive mechanism, receiver, and IO communication module, and covers faults arising from normal operation and manufacturing defects.
The Irisun solution-dyed acrylic fabric carries a 10-year warranty against manufacturing defects, premature fading, rot, and degradation under normal outdoor use. The powder-coated finish applied to the aluminium framework is covered for 5 years against peeling, flaking, or significant discolouration, provided the awning is maintained in line with the care guidelines.
Certain visual characteristics are normal for acrylic awning covers and are not considered defects. These include minor veining, small folds, stitching lines, and subtle waves caused by variations in fabric thickness at hems and seams. Light creasing may appear when the cover is rolled and typically relaxes once the awning is extended.
The warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse, operation in wind conditions beyond the stated limits, neglect of cleaning and maintenance, or gradual wear and tear appropriate to the age and usage of the product. Environmental staining from pollutants, coastal atmospheres, bird droppings, or tree sap is also excluded, as are damage from fire, storm, flood, vandalism, accidental impact, or incorrect cleaning methods.
Electrical faults caused by external factors such as power surges, lightning strikes, incorrect wiring, or unsuitable mains supply are not covered. Batteries, fuses, and consumable items, including LED units where fitted, are considered wear parts. Any unauthorised modifications, repairs, or use of non-original spare parts will invalidate the warranty and related compliance declarations.
The Somfy IO motor is a sealed, maintenance-free unit designed for intermittent operation. If run continuously, thermal protection may activate after a few minutes of use, temporarily stopping operation. Once the motor has cooled, it will resume normal function. This behaviour is part of the safety design and is not a fault.
To maximise the life of the motor and mechanism, the awning should be retracted in strong winds and adverse weather and operated in line with the supplied instructions. Automatic controls such as sun and wind sensors or timers are convenience features only; leaving the awning entirely to automatic operation is at the user’s risk and any damage arising from control failure in such circumstances is excluded from warranty.
If a fault or defect is suspected, the first step is to contact Awningsonline.co.uk as the original supplier. Provide your order number, date of purchase, clear photographs of the issue, and a description of how and when the problem first appeared, along with confirmation that the awning has been used and maintained correctly.
Following an assessment, the technical team may request additional information or arrange an inspection. Where a claim is accepted, remedies may include supplying replacement parts, arranging repair, or, in exceptional cases, offering a replacement awning or credit. Labour for installation or removal is not normally covered unless the fault is directly attributable to a manufacturing defect in original supply components.
Linea awnings are primarily designed to provide shade and protection against solar radiation, with limited shelter from light rain. Use beyond this intended purpose is at the owner’s risk and falls outside warranty coverage.
The Linea awning is supplied in conformity with relevant standards and carries appropriate compliance marking for external blinds and awnings. This warranty is provided in addition to statutory rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 and does not affect those rights. For independent advice on consumer protections, customers may contact Citizens Advice or Trading Standards.
For any warranty queries, technical support, or spare parts requests, customers can contact Awnings Online by phone or email during normal office hours.
Taking accurate measurements before ordering a Linea awning ensures the cassette fits your wall, the projection suits your outdoor space, and the finished installation looks balanced on the property. Because the Linea is made to order, it is important to plan widths, projection and height carefully.
Start by thinking about how you want to use the space beneath the awning. For example, a small café set needs less cover than a full dining area, and wide bi-folds generally benefit from a longer cassette for better protection.
Walk the area where you intend to sit, cook, or place furniture and note how far from the wall you need shade. This practical walkthrough becomes the basis for your width and projection choices.
Measure the clear, flat wall section where the cassette will be fixed. The Linea must be installed to a level, flat wall surface, so concentrate on the usable area rather than the entire elevation.
As a simple example, a 2400mm patio door often suits a cassette around 2900 - 3200mm wide, provided the wall can accommodate it. The Linea can be manufactured up to 5500mm wide, so larger openings and terraces can be covered with a single awning if the wall length allows.
Projection is how far the awning extends out from the wall when fully open. The Linea is available in fixed projections of 1500mm, 2000mm, 2500mm and 3000mm.
To choose a projection:
As a general rule, 2.0m projection suits small seating areas, 2.5m suits standard dining sets, and 3.0m is ideal where you want more generous shade or have larger furniture. The greater the projection, the more of the patio will be usable in strong sun.
The mounting height is the vertical distance from the ground to the underside of the cassette. This must be high enough to give comfortable headroom at the front edge once the awning is angled.
Measure from finished ground level up to the point where the cassette will sit on the wall. For most properties, a cassette height between 2.6m and 3.0m works well, giving good clearance while still allowing the awning to be set with an effective pitch. Aim for at least 2.0m of headroom at the front when the awning is fully extended.
If your property has low eaves or restricted wall height, you may need to choose a shorter projection to maintain headroom. Always ensure there is enough flat wall above doors or windows to position the cassette safely.
When specifying the Linea, you order by cassette width. The fabric cover is slightly narrower than the cassette because it wraps around the roller inside. This is normal and ensures the cloth and mechanism work correctly.
Buyers should focus on cassette width for measuring the wall and planning the overall look. The small reduction in fabric width has no practical impact on shading for typical installations.
Before ordering, sketch the wall and patio from a straight-on view and note:
Take a few photos of the wall and patio so you or your installer can double-check clearances and proportions. This simple planning step helps avoid surprises and makes it easier to confirm that the chosen size will sit neatly on the property.
While every home is different, the following patterns are common:
These are starting points only; measure your wall and patio carefully and adjust to suit how you plan to use the space.
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