We recently completed a made-to-measure awning installation in Mountsorrel, Leicestershire — turning a sunny rear patio into a usable outdoor living space. The homeowners wanted shade over their French doors without losing the bright, open feel of the garden, and a retractable awning was the ideal solution.
The brief
The property has a paved patio directly outside the kitchen and conservatory, with seating that was rarely used on hot afternoons because there was no cover from direct sun. Curtains or fixed canopies were ruled out early: the owners wanted something that could extend when needed and tuck away neatly when the weather was cooler.
Our survey measured the fixing width above the doors, checked the projection needed to cover the seating area, and talked through fabric options that would complement the red brick and the existing garden planting.
The finished installation
The finished awning features bold vertical stripes in deep terracotta and cream — a confident choice that works beautifully against the brickwork and picks up the warm tones in the patio furniture.
Key details from this Mountsorrel project:
- Retractable cassette awning mounted to the wall above the French doors
- Striped acrylic fabric with UV protection for people and furniture below
- Clean white hardware that sits flush against the brick when retracted
- Motorised operation so the awning extends and retracts at the touch of a button
- Full professional installation by our in-house fitting team
With the awning extended, the patio feels like an extra room — ideal for morning coffee, summer lunches and relaxed evenings outdoors without glare through the glass doors.
Why homeowners in Mountsorrel choose awnings
Mountsorrel sits between Loughborough and Leicester, with plenty of period homes, semis and newer builds that open onto gardens through patio doors or conservatories. Awnings suit this mix of properties because they:
- Reduce heat indoors by shading south- and west-facing glazing
- Protect furniture and flooring from UV fade
- Create usable patio space from spring through autumn
- Retract when not needed, unlike a permanent structure
If you are weighing up shade options, our guide to staying cool with smart window coverings covers how awnings compare with shutters and blinds for light and temperature control.
More Shutter Envy work in Mountsorrel
This is not our first project in the village. We have also fitted bypass track shutters in Mountsorrel for a wide glazed opening — a popular choice for patio and bi-fold doors where homeowners want a fitted, long-term finish.
We cover Mountsorrel, Quorn, Rothley, Sileby and the wider Charnwood area from our base near Loughborough. Browse more completed jobs on our Recent Work page or read about our awning range and installation process.
Thinking about an awning for your patio?
Every Shutter Envy awning is measured to fit, supplied with your choice of fabric and installed by our own team — the same five-star service we bring to shutter and blind projects across Leicestershire.
Arrange a free home visit and we will survey your patio, talk through motorised and manual options, and give you a clear quote with no obligation.
