Outdoor Blinds
Enhance your outdoor living spaces with our high-quality, custom-made outdoor blinds in Geelong and Torquay, designed to provide protection, privacy, and year-round comfort. At Onshore Blinds, we specialise in a wide range of solutions including Ziptrak® blinds, motorised systems, roller shutters, awnings, and more—perfect for patios, balconies, alfresco areas and window treatments. Based in Torquay, we proudly service the Surf Coast, Geelong, Bellarine Peninsula, Colac-Otways, and surrounding regions, delivering expert advice, tailored designs, and professional installation to suit your home or business
Ziptrak® Blinds
Geelong & Surfcoast
Australian made Ziptrak® blinds, are an award winning, track guided blind system commonly fitted to alfresco, pergola, balcony and patio areas as well as internal and external windows.They are child safe - no ropes, no chains, no pulleys!
Ziptrak® Blinds are fully enclosed offering wind, light, insect, dust and UV protection
Using Sunsreen mesh options including 95, 99 or 100% blockout fabrics, will provide shade, privacy, wind and insect protection without compromising the view
For complete rain block, Marine Grade PVC in clear or tinted will keep your area dry.
Engineered to withstand extreme conditions, Ziptrak® Blinds with protect your area for many years to come. Fully enclosed pelmet boxes, weather seals and powdercoated framework, will ensure your blinds, and your property will endure the elements.
Aluminium Shutters
Outdoor aluminium shutters offer an exceptionally durable, all-weather solution that combines security, privacy, light and climate control for your alfresco spaces. Constructed from high-grade, aerofoil aluminium, these shutters easily withstand harsh coastal winds, driving rain, and intense UV exposure without warping or fading over time. Their adjustable, moving louvres allow you to effortlessly control airflow and natural light, letting you block the glaring sun while still enjoying a cool breeze. When fully closed, they provide a solid visual barrier for total privacy. This versatility transforms your patio or balcony into a functional, stylish, and secure extension of your indoor living area that can be used year-round
Awnings
Window awnings provide targeted protection by blocking intense solar heat and glare before it reaches your window glass, reducing indoor temperatures and lowering summer cooling bills. These specialized coverings shield your interior spaces from harmful UV rays, preventing your carpets, curtains, and furniture from fading over time. Because they project outward at an angle, window awnings allow you to keep your windows open for fresh airflow during summer rainstorms while keeping the water completely out. Available in fixed, pivot-arm, or automatic drop-arm styles, they add classic architectural charm to your home's exterior while offering customizable shade control throughout the day
Canopies
Fabric Canopies offer a timeless, elegant aesthetic that adds instant charm and architectural interest to your home or shopfront exterior. Characterised by their distinct rounded, arched, or clean triangular profiles. Beyond their styling, they provide exceptional functional benefits by creating a deep overhead barrier that blocks high-angle midday sun and driving rain. This specialized shape keeps your indoor rooms significantly cooler, prevents furniture fading, and allows you to leave windows open for fresh airflow during storms. Whether wrapped in traditional stripes or modern solid fabrics, these premium canopies elevate both the character and climate comfort of your home
Crank/Drop Blinds
Crank-operated outdoor blinds offer a highly durable, budget-friendly shading solution that gives you precise control over the outdoor climate.
Operated by a simple, removable hand crank, these blinds allow you to effortlessly wind the fabric up or down and lock it securely at any height to block wind, rain, and harsh UV glare. Because they rely on a robust, mechanical gearbox system with fewer moving parts than motorised or spring-loaded alternatives, they require virtually no maintenance and deliver exceptionally long-term reliability. The removable crank handle also provides a clean, clutter-free look when the blind is set, ensuring your patio or verandah looks neat while staying completely functional
Roller Shutters
Aluminium roller shutters offer a combination of security, climate control, and noise reduction for your home.
Built from tough, interlocking aluminium slats, they form a rugged physical barrier over your windows that strongly deters intruders and protects your glass from storm debris and hail.
Inside, the slats are injected with a high-density polyurethane foam that acts as a thermal shield, keeping your home warmer in winter and significantly cooler in summer to slash your energy bills.
This thick insulation also dulls outside street noise making them a perfect addition for light sleepers and shift workers. When completely closed, they provide 100% light blockout and total privacy, giving you complete control over your indoor environment.
Folding Arm Awnings
Folding arm awnings offer the ultimate flexible shading solution for outdoor entertaining, creating an instant overhead canopy without the need for intrusive vertical posts or support poles.
This clever, cantilevered design leaves your entire patio, deck, or pool area completely open and clutter-free, maximizing your usable space for tables, chairs, and guests.
By extending the heavy-duty fabric over your outdoor area, they block up to 98% of harmful UV rays and drastically reduce solar heat gain on adjoining windows, which keeps both your outdoor area and indoor rooms significantly cooler.
When you want to enjoy the winter sun, the arms simply fold away, retracting the awning into a neat, low-profile cassette against your wall.
