Awnings Online Origin - Semi Cassette Awning - Manual Operation
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The Awnings Online Origin is an ultra compact, semi-cassette folding arm awning designed specifically for straightforward manual operation. With a sleek 122mm cassette profile, it provides dependable shade for smaller patios, balconies, and café fronts without dominating your façade. Made to measure in the UK, this mechanically simple, hand-cranked awning eliminates the need for complex electrical wiring, offering a highly practical, reliable, and low-maintenance shading solution for your home or business.
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The Awnings Online Origin is a compact, semi-cassette retractable folding arm terrace awning designed for simple manual operation. It is ideal for smaller patios, balconies, shop, and café frontages where space is tight but reliable shade is essential.
Manufactured in the UK with components from a long-established Dutch specialist awning manufacturer, the Origin offers an excellent pedigree and superb warranties. Being fully made to measure, you simply select your exact dimensions, preferred fabric, and cassette colour, and the awning is delivered to your door ready for the easiest possible site installation.
The defining feature of the Origin awning is its extremely slim cassette, which keeps the profile close to the wall and minimises visual impact when the awning is closed. With a cassette height of around 122mm, it is one of the most space-efficient terrace awnings in the range, making it perfect where you want practical cover without a bulky box dominating the façade. The smooth, rounded shape works well with both traditional brickwork and modern render, and the semi-cassette design neatly shields the fabric roll while leaving the front bar visible for a lighter look.
The Origin is specified as a manual-only awning, using a robust stainless steel winding handle to extend and retract the cover at your own pace. This keeps the system mechanically simple, reduces ongoing maintenance concerns, and avoids the need for any electrical work or power supply near the installation. With widths offered up to 4000mm and projections up to 2500mm, the awning is sized specifically for comfortable manual use, ensuring the handle remains easy to turn and the arms move smoothly even at full extension. You can also choose which side you want the winding access positioned when ordering.
The Origin is wall-mounted using two end brackets, with no centre brackets required, so installation is straightforward on suitable masonry walls. It is best suited to flat, level fixing areas where the brackets can be securely anchored and the cassette can sit true across its width. Maximum recommended dimensions for this manual model are 4000mm wide with up to 2500mm projection, which provides generous cover for doors, windows, and seating areas while remaining highly manageable with a hand crank. This makes the Origin a strong choice for homeowners and small commercial premises looking for dependable shade with simple, hands-on control.
The awning cassette and arms are available as standard in popular powder-coated finishes in cream (RAL 9001) and anthracite grey (RAL 7016), allowing you to coordinate the awning with existing windows, doors, or shopfront elements. The optional valance on the front rail gives extra flexibility in how the awning presents, whether you prefer a clean edge or a softer drop for additional shade at eye level. Combined with the compact body and manual operation, these colour choices help the Origin sit naturally on a wide variety of UK properties, from terraced houses and garden patios to restaurant terraces and café fronts.
The Origin is a compact, semi cassette retractable folding arm awning built for straightforward manual operation, using the same premium fabric system as on all our full cassette models but specifically optimised for smaller widths and easier winding.
The Origin is designed for wall mounting on suitable masonry using two end brackets, with no centre brackets required. This keeps installation relatively simple while ensuring the cassette is properly supported across its width. Every Origin awning is manufactured to order to achieve the required coverage while remaining comfortable to operate with a hand crank.
These limits are carefully chosen to keep the winding action smooth and manageable, preventing the awning from becoming too heavy to operate comfortably by hand while still offering generous shade over doors, windows, and seating areas.
For the arms and cassette to work correctly, each projection requires a minimum awning width. As a guide for the manual Origin:
| Projection | Approximate Minimum Width (Manual) |
|---|---|
| 1500mm | 1950mm |
| 2000mm | 2520mm |
| 2500mm | 3090mm |
These minimums help ensure the arm geometry, spring tension, and cassette loading remain within design limits, contributing to reliable operation and long-term durability.
The Origin uses the same premium Irisun acrylic fabric system as the Linea and other Lakeland models. These fabrics are engineered for long-term outdoor use, combining strong colour stability with robust weather resistance.
Customers can choose from around 50 stock covers across three core collections:
This range makes it easy to match the awning fabric to existing doors, windows, and garden furnishings.
Solution dyed construction means colour is locked into the fibre during manufacture, giving excellent resistance to fading in strong sunlight.
The fabric on the Origin is designed for everyday external use. The water-repellent finish helps rain bead and run off, while stain resistance makes it easier to keep the cover looking clean with routine care. Maintenance is simple: brush off loose dirt with a soft brush and rinse with clean water as needed, using only mild cleaning agents and avoiding harsh or abrasive products that could damage the finish. Retracting the awning in poor weather and during long winter periods will further protect the fabric and mechanism.
As a made to measure manual terrace awning built to order, the Origin is typically supplied on a short UK lead time. In most cases, delivery is expected within a few weeks of order confirmation, depending on seasonality and fabric selection, giving buyers a quicker turnaround than many imported alternatives.
The cassette and arms on the Origin are available in durable powder-coated finishes, chosen to complement common door and window colours:
These tones work well on both traditional and contemporary properties, and the compact rounded cassette shape helps the awning sit unobtrusively on the façade.
The Origin semi-cassette awning has been developed for straightforward installation on suitable masonry walls. With its two bracket end fix system and compact cassette, it is a practical choice for confident DIY installers as well as professional fitters. This guide explains the main stages and checks involved in fitting the awning safely and correctly.
The Origin is within the capabilities of a competent DIY installer who is comfortable working at height and using power tools. The cassette is supplied largely pre-assembled, with clear fixing points and standard fixings for typical brick or blockwork. Professional installation is advisable where the awning is to be fitted at significant height, where the wall construction is unusual or uncertain, or where the installer has limited experience with structural fixings.
Before starting work, assemble the necessary tools and equipment. You will need an electric drill with masonry bits, suitable screwdrivers, a spanner set, a 6mm Allen key, a spirit level, a tape measure, and a pencil or marker for setting out. Safe access equipment, such as a sturdy ladder or scaffold tower, is essential, and an assistant should be available to help lift and hold the cassette while it is secured. Basic protective equipment, including eye protection, a dust mask, and gloves, should be used during drilling and fixing.
Several checks should be made before fixing the awning. The wall must be structurally sound, free from major cracks, and capable of supporting the load of the awning. Standard fixings are intended for solid brick or blockwork; lightweight construction, timber framing, or poor-quality masonry may require specialist fixings or professional advice. Confirm there is enough clear, flat wall space for the full width of the cassette, free from obstructions such as downpipes, lights, or meter boxes in the intended fixing area. The awning should typically be mounted at a minimum height of around 2.3 metres from ground level to provide adequate headroom at the front edge when extended, taking account of door and window positions. Finally, check that the area in front of the wall is clear enough for the awning to extend without interference from trees, fences, or other structures.
The Origin is installed as a face fit awning directly onto the vertical wall. Begin by measuring and marking the location of the first end bracket, allowing for the desired cassette height and clearance above doors or windows. Use a spirit level to ensure the bracket position is horizontal, then drill the fixing holes and secure the bracket firmly using appropriate fixings for the wall type. Next, measure the exact centre-to-centre distance specified for your awning and mark the position of the second bracket. Check that it is level with the first bracket, drill the fixing holes, and fix it in place.
With both brackets installed, carefully lift the cassette into position with the help of an assistant and seat it onto the brackets. Once correctly located, tighten the securing bolts so that the awning is locked in place and sits straight across the wall. Extend the awning and adjust the angle of the front rail to achieve the required pitch for water run-off. Loosen the adjustment points at each bracket with the Allen key, make small equal adjustments on both sides to raise or lower the front bar, and re-tighten the fixings when the pitch is correct. A typical angle is around ten to fifteen degrees from horizontal. Fit the cassette end caps to complete the appearance and help protect the mechanism, then carry out final checks to ensure all fixings are secure and the arms move freely. Operate the awning several times with the winding handle to confirm smooth extension and retraction.
After installation, the Origin requires only basic ongoing care. Periodically inspect the fixings and tighten them if needed. Clean the fabric using a soft brush and mild soapy water when necessary, and always allow the cover to dry fully before closing. The awning should be retracted in strong winds or poor weather to prevent damage and to prolong the life of the fabric and mechanism. During winter or extended periods of non-use, keeping the awning closed will help preserve the cover. The semi-cassette design provides good protection to the rolled fabric while maintaining a light, unobtrusive appearance on the wall.
The Origin is supplied in two standard frame colours: Cream (RAL 9001) and Anthracite Grey (RAL 7016 ST). These finishes are selected to coordinate with common UK window and door colours and to suit both traditional and modern property styles. Additionally, if you require a specific shade to perfectly match your exterior, we can supply the cassette and arms in any custom RAL colour. This bespoke finish is available for a rough cost increase of around 10% of the base awning price.
The Origin awning is manufactured to high standards and supported by comprehensive warranty coverage for long term peace of mind. The following information explains the protection offered on key components and how to make a claim if needed.
The Origin awning framework and semi-cassette are covered by a 5-year manufacturer’s warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. This includes the aluminium cassette body, folding arm mechanisms, front bar and roller tube assembly, and all integral mechanical adjustment components.
The Irisun solution dyed acrylic fabric used on the Origin 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 cared for in line with the maintenance guidelines.
Some visual characteristics are inherent to acrylic awning covers and are not regarded as faults. Minor veining, small folds, stitching lines and subtle waves at hems and seams are normal features of woven acrylic fabric. Light creasing may appear when the cover is rolled and will usually relax once the awning is fully extended.
The warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse, operation in wind conditions beyond the stated limits, neglect of cleaning and maintenance, or general wear and tear appropriate to the age and usage of the product. Environmental staining from pollutants, coastal atmospheres, bird droppings or tree sap is excluded, as is damage resulting from fire, storm, flood, vandalism, accidental impact or unsuitable cleaning methods.
Any unauthorised modifications, repairs or use of non-original spare parts will invalidate the warranty and associated conformity declarations.
If you believe a fault or defect is covered under warranty, the first step is to contact Awningsonline.co.uk as the original supplier. Please provide your order number, date of purchase, clear photographs of the issue and a brief description of how and when the problem first appeared, together with confirmation that the awning has been used and maintained correctly.
The technical team will review the information supplied and may request additional details or arrange an inspection if required. Where a claim is accepted, possible remedies include supplying replacement parts, arranging repair or, in exceptional cases, offering a replacement awning or credit. Labour costs for installation or removal are not normally covered unless the fault is directly attributable to a manufacturing defect in components originally supplied.
Origin awnings are designed primarily 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 Origin awning is supplied in conformity with relevant standards for external blinds and awnings and carries appropriate compliance marking. This warranty is provided in addition to your statutory rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 and does not affect those rights. For independent guidance on consumer protections, customers may contact Citizens Advice or their local Trading Standards office.
For warranty enquiries, technical support or spare parts requests, customers can contact Awnings Online by phone or email during normal office hours.
Taking accurate measurements before ordering an Origin awning ensures it fits your wall, provides useful shade over your outdoor space, and looks proportionate on the property. Because the awning is made to order, it is important to plan width, projection and height carefully within the available size range.
Begin by thinking about how you want to use the space under the awning. A small café table or bistro set needs less cover than a full dining area, and wider door sets generally benefit from a longer cassette to reduce glare and protect the inside of the room.
Walk the area where you will sit, cook or position furniture and note how far from the wall you need shade. This simple exercise gives you a realistic target for both width and projection.
Measure the clear, flat section of wall where the cassette will be mounted. The Origin must be installed on a level, even surface, so focus on the usable fixing area. Just like all other self supporting awnings it must also have brackets fixed into a solid wall structure with compression weight above. Never install any awning at the top of an brick wall where there is no weight above such as on a singe storey extension. The awning forces when in use will pull the bricks away from the top of the wall very quickly. Check out our special brackets page if you have a single storey wall requiring an awning: https://www.awningsonline.co.uk/retractable-awning-special-brackets
For example, a 2400mm patio door often suits an Origin cassette around 3000–3200mm wide, provided the wall allows it. The maximum width offered for the Origin is 4000mm, so very wide openings or long terraces may require a compromise, different model, or multiple awnings rather than a single extra-large unit.
Projection is how far the awning extends out from the wall when fully open. For the Origin, the maximum projection offered is 2500mm.
To choose a projection:
As a guide, 1500–2000mm projection works well for small seating areas or narrow patios, while 2500mm is ideal for standard dining sets and more generous shade over doors and windows. Because the Origin is a manual awning, keeping within the 2500mm projection limit helps ensure smooth, manageable winding.
Mounting height is the vertical distance from finished ground level to the underside of the cassette. It needs to be high enough to provide comfortable headroom at the front edge once the awning is angled.
Measure up from the patio or terrace surface to the point where the cassette will sit. For most properties, a cassette height between 2.6m and 3.0m works well, giving good clearance while still allowing an effective pitch. Aim for at least 2.0m headroom at the front when the awning is fully extended.
If your property has low eaves or limited wall height above doors, you may need to choose a shorter projection to maintain clearance. Always ensure there is enough flat wall above openings to position the cassette safely and securely.
When specifying the Origin, you order by cassette width. The fabric cover is slightly narrower than the cassette because it wraps around the roller inside. This is part of the design and ensures the cloth and mechanism operate correctly.
For measuring and planning, concentrate on cassette width in relation to the wall. The small reduction in fabric width has little practical impact on shade coverage for typical installations.
Before placing an order, sketch the wall and patio from a straight-on view and note:
Take a few photographs of the wall and surrounding space so you or your installer can double-check clearances and proportions. This simple planning step helps avoid surprises and gives confidence that the chosen size will sit neatly on the property.
Although each home is different, the following patterns are common for the Origin:
Treat these as starting points only. Measure your wall and patio carefully and adjust sizes to suit how you plan to use the space and how easily you want the awning to wind in and out.
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