Commercial Shading

Zip Screens

Zip screens use retained fabric edges to create a taut, controlled screen across external glazing and open-sided structures. Dimensions, exposure, fabric choice and control strategy should be considered together.

Discuss this solution

Commercial application

Specified around the space and brief.

Side-retained fabric screens designed to remain guided within their channels across larger external openings.

Key considerations

What to consider.

  • Opening dimensions and wind exposure
  • Side-channel and cassette positions
  • Fabric visibility and solar performance

Typical applications

Where it can work.

  • Glazed commercial façades
  • Hospitality terraces
  • Pergolas and sheltered outdoor areas