SKYSHADE 4000FC - Compact Full Cassette Awning
SKYSHADE
A compact, full cassette folding arm awning, offering a perfect retractable sun shade solution for sizes up to 4000mm wide and 2600mm in projection. Made to Measure widths as standard
Manual or Electric operation, with adjustable angle for the fabric canopy.
2-3 weeks delivery from ordering online with us. Select your perfect size, fabric and specification below..
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Our smallest compact full cassette retractable awning offering shading for small to medium areas. The Somfy electric motor offers total reliability and the Dickson awning fabrics are a proven award winning fabric choice and have been for many, many years.. since 1836 in fact. over 180 years of textile manufacturing experience..
The Skyshade 4000FC is a premium lightweight full cassette retractable awning, expertly engineered to bring style, shade, and versatility to smaller outdoor spaces where every millimetre counts. As one of the most slimline cassette awnings in our Skyshade range, the 4000FC combines sophisticated European design with exceptional British build quality, offering a made-to-measure solution perfectly suited to UK homes, apartments, balconies, and compact commercial installations.
With a cassette profile measuring just 159mm in height and 227mm in depth, the Skyshade 4000FC is one of the most discreet full cassette awnings available on the UK market. This ultra-compact design makes it the perfect "baby brother" to our larger 5500FC model, ideal for:
Despite its compact dimensions, the Skyshade 4000FC doesn't compromise on protection or performance. When retracted, the full cassette housing completely encloses the fabric and folding arm mechanisms, shielding them from rain, wind, dirt, and UV degradation—significantly extending the lifespan of your awning.
Unlike many imported awnings with unpredictable lead times, the Skyshade 4000FC is manufactured right here in the United Kingdom to your exact custom specifications. This local production brings significant advantages:
Every Skyshade 4000FC awning is custom-built to your precise requirements, ensuring maximum coverage and a perfect visual fit for your property.
Width Specifications:
Projection Options:
Choose from three fixed projection depths to suit your outdoor furniture and shading requirements:
Minimum Width Requirements by Projection:
| Projection (CM) | Width (CM) - 2 Brackets |
|---|---|
| 160 | 191 |
| 210 | 241 |
| 260 | 291 |
Important Note: The fabric canopy width will always be approximately 170-220mm narrower than the overall cassette width due to the mechanism design and end caps. This is standard across all folding arm awnings and ensures proper operation.
We partner with Dickson, one of Europe's most respected manufacturers of technical outdoor fabrics, to offer an extensive range of high-performance awning covers. All Dickson fabrics supplied with the Skyshade 4000FC are 100% solution-dyed acrylic, meaning the colour is integrated into the fibre before weaving—ensuring exceptional fade resistance, longevity, and colour vibrancy season after season.
Fabric Collections Available:
1. Solids Collection
Contemporary plain colours perfect for modern and minimalist design schemes:
2. Stripes Collection
Traditional and contemporary striped designs to add visual interest:
3. Patterns and Textures Collection
Sophisticated woven designs with multi-tonal effects:
Can't find what you're looking for? Email or call us if you require a specific Dickson fabric that you don't see as an option in our online shop. We have access to the full Dickson range and can source special fabrics where required.
Technical Performance – Dickson Constant Acrylic:
Care and Maintenance:
Dickson fabrics are engineered for outdoor performance with minimal maintenance. Regular care is simple:
The Skyshade 4000FC is supplied exclusively as an electric model, powered by a high-specification Somfy IO tubular motor. Somfy is the world leader in awning automation, and their IO (input/output) technology provides secure, reliable, and future-proof smart home integration.
Standard Control Options:
Smart Home Upgrade Path:
The IO motor specification means your awning is ready for smart home integration whenever you choose to upgrade. Simply add:
Motor Warranty:
Somfy motors are covered by a comprehensive 5-year manufacturer's warranty covering all mechanical and electrical components. These are maintenance-free sealed units designed for many years of reliable operation.
Note: The motor includes thermal protection—after approximately 4 minutes of continuous operation, the motor will automatically pause to cool. After 20-30 minutes, normal operation resumes. This is a safety feature, not a fault.
The Skyshade 4000FC features a robust 2-bracket end-fix design, making it one of the simplest retractable awnings to install. Unlike centre-bracket systems that require multiple complex fixing points, the end-fix arrangement means:
Installation Options:
Face Fix (Standard):
The most common installation method for domestic properties. Heavy-duty end brackets fix directly to a flat vertical wall surface (brick, blockwork, or masonry) above your patio doors or windows.
Top Fix (Ceiling Mount):
For properties with limited wall height or single-storey extensions, ceiling-mounted brackets allow the awning to be suspended from soffits, overhangs, or flat ceilings. Ideal for conservatory installations.
Adjustable Pitch:
Once mounted, the awning's pitch angle can be precisely adjusted using a simple screw-in system at each end bracket. This allows you to fine-tune the slope for optimal water drainage and shading angle (typically 10-15° from horizontal).
The Skyshade 4000FC aluminium cassette and folding arms are supplied as standard in Pure White (RAL 9010) with a durable, weather-resistant powder-coated finish.
Standard Colour:
Upgrade Options:
If you require a different colour to match your window frames, doors, or architectural style, we can supply the awning in any RAL colour from the standard RAL Classic colour chart:
Please Note: Non-standard RAL colours are available at an additional surcharge. Contact us for pricing on specific RAL colour options.
All powder coating is applied to a high standard with excellent adhesion and corrosion resistance, suitable for coastal and urban environments.
The Skyshade 4000FC's ultra-slim profile is one of its standout features:
These compact dimensions make it one of the smallest full cassette awnings available, perfect for installations where space above doors and windows is limited.
The Skyshade 4000FC's lightweight, discreet design makes it suitable for a wide range of applications:
Residential:
Commercial:
This folding arm fabric awning is perfect for anyone wanting an awning up to 4000mm wide and for mainly sun shade protection. While the full cassette design provides excellent weather protection when retracted, the primary function is to create comfortable, shaded outdoor space during sunny weather.
Maximum projection is 2600mm, with 2 other smaller projections offered. The width is purpose-made to suit—you simply state what width you require overall from end to end of the cassette.
We stand behind the quality of the Skyshade 4000FC with comprehensive warranty coverage:
| Component | Warranty Period |
|---|---|
| Aluminium Framework & Cassette | 5 Years |
| Somfy IO Electric Motor | 5 Years (Manufacturer's Warranty) |
| Dickson Constant Fabric | 5 Years (against fading/rot under normal use) |
| Folding Arms & Mechanisms | 5 Years |
| Powder Coated Finish | 5 Years (against peeling/flaking) |
Our team is here to help you select the perfect size, fabric, and configuration for your property. Contact us for expert advice, technical specifications, RAL colour pricing, or a no-obligation quote.
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📞 Phone: 01933 449000
🕒 Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
Full cassette compact size retractable folding arm awning manufactured from aluminium.
End fix bracket installation for face fitting to external wall as standard. Optional ceiling installation brackets available on request and special brackets from non standard wall installations. Please email or call for details and pricing.
Standard Cassette Colour: White RAL 9010
Optional powdercoat colours are available on request and charged at £320 plus VAT per awning with RAL colour choices.
Maximum Width: 4000mm
Maximum Projection: 2600mm
Minimum width 1910mm with the 1600mm projection
Purpose made widths as standard when ordering.
2 no. Face fit brackets as standard, optional special brackets on request if required.
Choose from left or right hand motor and power cable outlet
Manual operation is with steel winding handle at 1400mm length as standard. Choose left or right hand eye outlet for manual winding
The fabric canopy is adjustable with up to 75 degrees of adjustment in the pitch.
Choice of Dickson Orchestra fabrics. Optional Dickson Jacquard, Solar protection Max and Spark FR fabrics available on request
Multiple options for sun and wind sensor systems for safety or convenience for an electric operated version of the awning. We always recommend you have the motion sensor on any electric awning to retract the awning in higher winds if left open.
This awning is available up to 4000mm wide and is supplied completely built and ready to fit. Full instructions are supplied with every awning.
This is an end fix awning, so only requires 2 wall brackets to be fitted to a suitable and sound surface. We offer wider wall brackets as an option if you have any doubt over the wall suitability and would like to fit with more fixing points. We recommend the use of chem fix fixings for all awnings where possible for the very best bonding to the substrate.
The awning lifts onto the 2 brackets once fitted and then you then set the pitch of the canopy and arms, but also set the motor limits if it is an electric awning.
Instructions are available as a PDF download on our website and above in the Relevant Downloads section
For those who prefer a DIY approach, or have a tradesperson who can install, we have included detailed and handy information PDFs with your product to assist you.
Please note, if you are uncertain about the installation process, we strongly recommend consulting a professional to ensure your product is safely and correctly installed.
Awnings Online guarantees that awnings are free from material and assembly defects, provided that such products were correctly installed in a domestic or commercial situation. The obligation of Awnings Online is limited to repair or replacement of the defective materials or components. Repairs will be made with like or similar parts. The guarantee is limited to the original purchaser.
Awning
Please bear in mind that the following are excluded under the guarantee (this is not an exhaustive list):
• Damage due to improper and/or incidental use of the products.
* Incorrect installation of the products.
• Inadequate maintenance of the products.
• Normal wear and tear due to use of the awning.
• Damage caused by third parties or abnormal conditions such as fire, storm, wind and water damage.
• Batteries, fuses and/or bulbs
The guarantee and the CE Declaration of Conformity will be null and void if changes are made to the awning that have not been carried out by the manufacturer.
No claims can be made at any time for damage caused due to control failure when on automatic operation, such as with timer switches or sun, sun & wind, vibration and/or rain sensors. The described automatic controls are only tools to increase ease of use and safety. If you leave the control of your products to automatic mode without supervision, it will be entirely at your own risk.
| Scope of Warranty | Years since Purchase date | ||||
| Number of Years | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| Removal of product from Installation location | X | X | X | X | X |
| Carriage to the Factory | Yes | X | X | X | X |
| Labour for repair and assembly | Yes | X | X | X | X |
| Re Installation of Product | X | X | X | X | X |
| Components (same or like for like parts) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Fabric | Yes | Yes | Yes | X | X |
| Consequential Loss | X | X | X | X | X |
Fabric
The fabrics in the standard range are woven from solution dyed acrylic. However, it could happen that you note some minor imperfections after the installation of your awning. A slight embossing, some veining, small folds along the stitching, in the centre of the fabrics or possibly some overlapping could appear.
These irregularities are inherent in acrylic fabrics and have no effect on the performance of your cover.
Your installer can in no way be held responsible for these slight imperfections.
Examples of these natural occurrences are repeated in the Dickson fabric collection book
Veining
• Subsequent to handling during sewing, fabrication and assembly, acrylic fabrics treated with resins containing fluoride may present “veining” visible against sunlight and due to an optical effect (differences in the refraction of light)
• Folds/Wrinkles
When rolling the cover, folds may be produced in the centre or along the stitching.
• Waves
Different wrapping thickness occur on the fabric rolls where the hems and seams of the panels are because there are two layers of fabric in these places. The tension in the material created this way, may produce waves (for example a wave or herringbone pattern).
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