Markilux 8800
The award-winning Markilux 8800 is designed for larger roof areas, including conservatories and angled glass canopies. Featuring a powder-coated aluminium frame with rounded cassette and angular guide tracks, this system effectively minimises heat while maintaining a contemporary aesthetic.
- Large Coverage Capability – Up to 7m single unit or 21m coupled configuration, shading areas up to 36m²
- Award-Winning Design – Contemporary rounded cassette with seamless angular guide track integration
- Superior Tensioning System – Gas pressure springs maintain taut fabric and provide wind protection (Beaufort 6)
- Effective Heat Prevention – Keeps conservatories, orangeries and glass-roofed areas cool and comfortable
- Optional Tracfix Version – Eliminates gaps between fabric and tracks for seamless appearance
- Durable Construction – Powder-coated aluminium frame built for longevity and performance
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Colour Options
Markilux Awning Colours
The awning’s frame colour complements the fabric cover, creating a seamless architectural integration. Our premium awnings offer a versatile colour palette ranging from various white tones to a timeless anthracite finish, allowing you to select the perfect complementary shade for your design.
Tiger Texture Black
As part of our 25th anniversary celebrations, we’re excited to introduce something truly unique to Aquarius Blinds: the limited edition Tiger Texture Black —now available as a standard colour option.
Perfectly suited to modern homes, this striking finish complements black-framed doors and windows, delivering a sleek, seamless look that enhances any contemporary exterior.
Explore All Frame Colour Options
Traffic White RAL 9016
Off-white Textured Finish 5233
Metallic Aluminium RAL 9006
Stone Grey Metallic 5215
Anthracite Metallic 5204
Grey Brown Similar to RAL 8019
Havana Brown Textured Finish 5229
Any RAL as an Optional Extra
Lighting Options
LED-Line
Light up your evenings with Markilux LED-Line awnings. These slim, energy-efficient LED strips fit seamlessly into your awning’s cassette or front profile. Available for patios and pergolas with optional lighting on side tracks and support tubes.
LED-Spots
Transform your patio with adjustable LED spots. These compact, swivelling lights are built into your awning’s front profile, offering precise, dimmable illumination for any occasion. Perfect for both standard and pergola awnings.
LED Spotline
Meet the versatile Markilux LED Spotline: a wall-mounted lighting solution for any awning model. This adjustable, dimmable strip installs easily under your awning cassette, available in 180cm (3) or 300cm (5).
Operation Options
Smart Awning Control
Upgrade your outdoor experience with smart awning technology. Control your awning effortlessly via an app or remote, enhancing comfort and convenience.
- Convenience: Manage your awning with ease using an app.
- Energy Efficiency: Minimise indoor heat by extending the awning.
- Flexibility: Customise control settings to suit your preferences.
Somfy TaHoma Switch
The TaHoma Switch turns your home into a smart, connected space, simplifying life and boosting comfort. It integrates your Markilux awning into your system.
- Centralised Control: Manage multiple smart devices, including your awning, from one hub.
- Mobile Access: Operate your TaHoma Switch conveniently via smartphone.
- Smart Integration: Synchronise your awning with other smart devices for a fully connected experience.
Smart Home Ready
Not ready to fully transition to a smart home setup yet? With Smart Home Ready, you can lay the groundwork for seamless future upgrades and integration.
- Choose io Radio Motors: Look for Somfy’s “Smart Home Ready” label for integrated, secure io radio protocol.
- Seamless Integration: All motorised sun and glare protection products come Smart Home Ready.
- Gradual Transition: Start with compatible devices and build your smart home over time.
Types of Awning Control
When choosing an awning, consider not only design and size but also operation. You can opt for manual control with a winding handle or a motorised option with a remote control. Optional sensors for sun, wind, and rain allow weather-dependent adjustments. For added convenience, smart home integration lets you control your awning remotely via your smartphone or tablet, perfect for when you’re away or forget to adjust it before the weather changes.
Winding Handle
Manually operated awnings are easy to use. Insert the crank handle and turn it to extend or retract.
Radio Control
Effortless well-being. Control awnings, shades, lights, and heating with a Markilux remote.
Automatic Awning Control
The smart system automatically adjusts the awning based on weather conditions like sun, rain, and wind.
FAQs
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What’s the maximum coverage of the 8800 supplies?
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The Markilux 8800 provides up to 36m2 coverage – up to 5 single awnings can be coupled together to create shade for a larger property.
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How do I operate the 8800?
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Find Your Indicative Price
Enter the approximate width and projection of your roof to see an indicative supply price for your Markilux system. The price shown includes VAT and the standard specification. Installation is quoted separately because access, fixing requirements and electrical work vary from property to property.
Please note: This estimator provides an indicative supply price rather than a formal quotation.