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Lightweight Sunhoods & Window Blades

Sunhoods and blades add strong architectural definition around windows, doors and building façades. Their clean horizontal and vertical lines are particularly suited to contemporary homes, townhouses and commercial projects.

Depending on their size, position and orientation, sunhoods may also provide some shading and weather protection to openings. Blades can frame windows, divide large wall areas and create depth through changing light and shadow across the façade.

Thermatech manufactures lightweight sunhoods and blades from high-density expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a durable exterior coating. Profiles can be customised to suit the dimensions and design requirements of each project, with fixing and support requirements confirmed before manufacture and installation.

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SUNHOODS & BLADES PROJECT EXAMPLES

A selection of completed installations
White polystyrene sunhood above corner windows on a contemporary home
Contemporary exterior façade with horizontal sunhood features
Modern window sunhood providing architectural depth and shade
Horizontal sunhoods and vertical blades framing exterior windows
Sunhood installed above wide sliding doors on a contemporary building
Polystyrene sunhoods and vertical blades framing exterior windows
Polystyrene window surrounds and vertical façade blades on contemporary townhouses
White entry surround and horizontal façade blade on a contemporary home
Polystyrene window hoods and vertical façade feature on a contemporary home
Polystyrene window surround on a contemporary townhouse façade
Vertical polystyrene façade blades and window sunhoods on a commercial building
Polystyrene window surrounds framing a corner window on a contemporary building

Benefits of Lightweight Polystyrene Sunhoods and Window Blades

Lightweight EPS sunhoods and blades offer several practical design and installation advantages:

  • Lightweight Construction: EPS profiles are significantly lighter than comparable concrete or masonry features, making them easier to transport, handle and position while placing less additional load on the supporting structure. Final suitability and fixing requirements should always be confirmed for each project.
  • Custom Design Options: Profiles can be manufactured to suit different window sizes, projections and façade designs, including clean contemporary forms and more detailed architectural profiles.
  • Architectural Definition: Sunhoods and blades introduce depth, shadow lines and proportion around openings, helping coordinate windows and doors with the overall façade design.
  • Durable Exterior Finish: When correctly installed, sealed and painted, Thermatech mouldings are designed for exterior applications and provide a durable, low-maintenance decorative finish.
  • Potential Shading Benefits: Properly positioned sunhoods and blades may assist in reducing direct sunlight around selected openings. Shading performance should be assessed against the building’s orientation, window dimensions and project-specific requirements.

Straightforward Installation for Experienced Trades

Compared with heavy masonry features, lightweight EPS sunhoods and blades are generally easier to transport, position and install. Installation should be completed by suitably experienced tradespeople using appropriate access equipment, approved fixing systems and good building practices.

  1. Confirm the Design: Check the opening dimensions, profile projection, supporting structure and fixing requirements before manufacture or installation.
  2. Prepare the Surface: Ensure the supporting surface is sound, clean and suitable for the nominated adhesive and fixing system.
  3. Position the Profiles: Carefully align and support each sunhood or blade to maintain the required level, projection and relationship with surrounding openings.
  4. Approved Fixing Methods: Install the mouldings using approved construction adhesives and any required mechanical supports or fixings appropriate to the project.
  5. Jointing and Painting: Once installed and properly jointed, the finished profiles can be coated with a suitable exterior acrylic paint intended for masonry surfaces.

Reliable Australia-Wide Delivery

Thermatech supplies builders, designers and homeowners across Australia. Our architectural mouldings are carefully packaged to help protect the profiles during transport and ensure they arrive ready for installation.

Add definition and architectural detail to your next project with custom sunhoods and window blades. Contact Thermatech’s Gold Coast team to discuss your design, request product information or obtain a quote.

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