MADE LOCALLY. MADE TO LAST. Internal & External window fashions
Watson Blinds & Awnings has been servicing the Canberra community for over 47 years and continues to be the industry leader.
John Watson established the business in the late ‘60s with a vision of providing Canberra with blinds and awnings made specifically to withstand the region’s unique weather conditions. The business continues to be run by the Watson family who has carried on his legacy of providing a range of quality products and a superior service to the retail, commercial and wholesale sectors. With a manufacturing operation, two showrooms, a huge range of locally-made and nationally branded innovative products and a team of dedicated and knowledgeable personnel, you can rest assured that Watson Blinds & Awnings has the best solution, made to last.
Folding Arm Awnings
Gives you a whole new outdoor entertaining experience. unique design modern
I n n o vdesign ative • unique • innovative • modern
privacy and sun protection
ideal for hard to reach places
beautiful and stylish
Folding Arm Awnings are great for shading windows from heat, especially in hard to access places. The Folding Arm pivots in and out, stretching your chosen fabric out and across the window to provide effective, heat reducing shade or retract it if you want to let the sunshine in. After a hot day, the afternoon sun can be mild making your outdoor area comfortably pleasant and, combined with a gentle breeze,
brings a calm serenity into your home. It can reduce the cost of your home energy bills when you are able to manage how much, or how little, heat you allow into your home. This means you end up paying less for cooling. When winter rolls in, you simply fold up the awnings and welcome the warmth of the winter sun to comfortably and cheaply warm your home.
MADE LOCALLY. MADE TO LAST.
Patio Awnings
All weather protection.
unique design modern
Inn ovative • unique design • innovative • modern
privacy and sun protection
ideal for hard to reach places
lightweight, easy operation
These are a great solution for enclosing patios, pergolas and verandahs. They can transform not only your outdoor entertaining area but they can open up a whole new way of life for you. They are designed to keep out the winter winds and block the summer sun, providing you with an outdoor entertaining area all
year round. Available in a range of durable fabrics made for our harsh conditions, you can choose from strong and clear PVC or from partial or total block out. Choose from contemporary colours or textures that will enhance any setting. There is a wide range of operating systems so you can easily raise or lower your blinds
Pivot Arm Awnings
Ideal for hard to reach areas. unique design modern
I n n o vdesign ative • unique • innovative • modern
privacy and sun protection
ideal for hard to reach places
beautiful and stylish
Watson’s Pivot Arm Awnings shade windows extremely effectively in any location, For a window in a hard to reach place, they are particularly effective. They pivot in an arc, so they can extend and retract the fabric across the entire window. This shades the window but also allows space between the awnings and the window
where air can circulate and, more importantly, the casement windows can open. Pay less for your home energy bills. Install external Awnings on every window of your home. Outside Awnings can stop heat entering your home so you use less energy for cooling which means lower energy bills. Awnings help prevent ultraviolet rays from invading your home and bleaching the colour from your carpets and furnishings.
MADE LOCALLY. MADE TO LAST.
Alpha Awnings Series
The ulitmate external shading solution. unique design modern
Inn ovative • unique design • innovative • modern
built for the Australian climate
Australian engineered and design
contemporary and versatile
The Alpha Awning Range, made locally by Watson’s is Australian designed and developed and is perfectly suited to the latest architectural trends. It has been developed specifically for the Australian climate and is built to last. Innovative in design and of premium quality, the awnings are available in a range of styles
that compliment any alfresco entertaining area, bringing the outdoors inside. Each of the Alpha awnings are capable of widths up to five metres, making it one of the most versatile awning systems on the market. Operating options include internal cord winch, spring, crank and motorisation.
Zip Screen
The ultimate external blind solution for any outdoor area or window. unique design modern
I n n o vdesign ative • unique • innovative • modern
privacy and sun protection
huge range of fabrics
lightweight, easy operation
Specially designed for alfresco entertaining areas such as pergolas, verandahs, and balconies, it offers privacy & protection from the sun, wind, rain, & insects all year round. Also ideal for home & office windows, Zipscreen external blinds serve as a sleek, secure, & durable alternative to traditional awnings & outdoor roller shutters. Cleverly constructed with hidden interlocking parts, Zipscreen outdoor shades feature
self-aligning side channels for a stylish & sophisticated finish. Each is custom-made to give you the perfect fit from edge to edge, with no gaps, guaranteed. Zipscreen outdoor blinds are suitable for both residential & commercial applications with options including a range of custom colours, various controls & enclosed box covers to suit your individual requirements.
MADE LOCALLY. MADE TO LAST.
Roller Shutters
Stylish light control and privacy for any room. unique design modern
Inn ovative • unique design • innovative • modern
privacy and sun protection
ideal for hard to reach places
beautiful and stylish
Improve your safety and security! Roller Shutters deter intruders and block out heat, light, noise, wind, heavy rain and hail. Made in Australia from quality aluminium and precision engineered to offer superior strength and durability. They can be installed with aluminium or steel security latches, automatic or manual locking systems and interior and exterior key locks.
Cleverly designed, the slats feature perforation holes to allow constant ventilation of air, and are insulated with high density polyurethane to reduce heat/cold transfer by up to 90%, helping you cut power bills. You’ll never go without roller shutters again. Available in a vast range of colours and custom installed. Add immediate value to your home!
Crimsafe Security Doors
Feel secure in your own home. unique design modern
I n n o vdesign ative • unique • innovative • modern
privacy and sun protection
huge range of fabrics
lightweight, easy operation
Attractive, strong and secure. Crimsafe Doors are ahead of the rest when it comes to security door technology. The patented screw clamp system and tamper resistant screws work together with the specially developed 0.9mm diameter high tensile stainless steel to form an exceptional security door. You can choose from a completely unhindered view through the
mesh in your Crimsafe door or add a mid-rail as an option to make your door even stronger. The Crimsafe range of security doors exceeds Australian Standards and gives you confidence in its huge strength in the face of an attack on the door.
Roller Blinds
Stylish light control and privacy for any room. unique design modern
I n n o vdesign ative • unique • innovative • modern
privacy and sun protection
huge range of fabrics
lightweight, easy operation
Pull them down for privacy, or roll them up and they virtually disappear from your window leaving you to enjoy the view outside. Advances in fabric performance and technology have added new versatility. Now one of the most functional ways of managing heat and light, your roller blinds can provide total sun block out or allow filtered light into your rooms. Over 30% of unwanted heat loss in winter and heat gain in summer takes
place through windows. Reduce that heat transfer and you can reduce your power bills. Different rooms have different privacy issues, which is especially true in bathrooms, bedrooms and children’s rooms. Roller blinds have the versatility to perform anywhere. You can save finger marks and stains by having your roller blinds motorised and operated using a remote control or switch.
MADE LOCALLY. MADE TO LAST.
Aluminium & Timber Venetians
Sophisticated blinds that offer absolute privacy. unique design modern
Inn ovative • unique design • innovative • modern
privacy and sun protection
huge range of fabrics
lightweight, easy operation
Venetians are an elegant and highly effective way to manage light and heat in the home and office. Precision engineered to close tightly, you control how much light you let in. Timber venetian blinds are available in a variety of subtle wood stains or natural timbers, creating a gentle warmth and ambience. They are extremely durable and versatile.
Each slat is UV protected so they will not bow, warp, crack or chip, giving you peace of mind that your blinds will always look beautiful. For a contemporary look, choose stunning slimline aluminium venetians in a vast array of colours to match your décor. Each product is custom made for your windows and fitted with child-safe cords for smooth, simple operation.
Roman Blinds
Raised or lowered let beautiful window fashion unfold. unique design modern
I n n o vdesign ative • unique • innovative • modern
privacy and sun protection
huge range of fabrics
lightweight, easy operation
For a beautiful style statement at your windows, choose timeless Roman Blinds. Bring out the interior designer inside you and enjoy making your selections from a vast array of fabric colours, patterns, and textures. Self-aligning cord guides ensure your shades will raise and lower without skewing. They are durable and functional, using quality cordlock, pulley and chain-winder
operations. Fabrics can be blockout or translucent creating a soft, filtered light effect whilst providing good levels of privacy. Total block-out is ideal for sleeping areas or bright sun aspects while light filtering is often used in living spaces. They can block out heat and protect your interiors from the sun.
MADE LOCALLY. MADE TO LAST.
Panel Glides
Give your home a fresh, new look, adding value and style. unique design modern
Inn ovative • unique design • innovative • modern
privacy and sun protection
huge range of fabrics
lightweight, easy operation
The Watson’s Panel Glide system is a modern, innovative option for large windows, sliding doors and bi-fold doors offering protection from the sun and privacy from the outside world. The beautiful wide fabric panels reflect the popular minimalist decorating style, are easy to operate and can be quickly moved out of the way when you need to clean. The system includes flat fabric
panels attached to a trouble-free head rail system using rollermounted carriers that make it very lightweight and easy to operate. The innovative installation options provide versatility and flexibility. The range of fabrics and colour options means you can choose from block-out, translucent and sunscreen fabrics for maximum protection from the sun.
Vertical Blinds
One of the most adaptable window treatments. unique design modern
I n n o vdesign ative • unique • innovative • modern
privacy and sun protection
huge range of fabrics
beautiful and stylish
Vertical blinds precisely control the level of light that comes into your home and the degree of privacy with clever blades of fabric that can tilt to reveal or obscure the world outside. The blades draw like a curtain and can stack neatly to the right, left or centre to set the mood just as you want it. Open them, close them, or set them to a partial reveal. Verticals give you amazing versatility with your choice of color and texture
from the huge range of fabrics available. Watson’s has a superior tracking system that ensures blades sit evenly in place and draw smoothly, they are easy to clean and operate, and the simple easyto-use fingertip controls rotate the blades through 180 degrees. You need to protect your home from harsh sunlight and Vertical blinds give you that versatility.
MADE LOCALLY. MADE TO LAST.
Honeycomb Blinds
Stylish energy saver with style and beauty. unique design modern
Inn ovative • unique design • innovative • modern
privacy and sun protection
huge range of fabrics
lightweight, easy operation
Stunningly attractive Honeycomb Blinds are practical and economical energy savers. They insulate your room via the uniquely shaped cells that hold still air in the pockets. Your rooms stay warmer in winter and cooler in summer.
The beautiful range of soft fabric colours are light weight and fade resistant, yet provide amazing insulation and are very compact when closed. There is a cell size and operational control to suit and beautify any setting.
Internal Shutters
Privacy and protection, without blocking the views. unique design modern
I n n o vdesign ative • unique • innovative • modern
privacy and sun protection
beautiful and stylish
lightweight, easy operation
Internal Shutters are a timeless window furnishing designed to give your home that special finish. They are available in a wide range of materials including Timber and Poly products, so there’s always a finish to suit your budget. Internal shutters are not only stylish, they are very versatile and practical. Suitable for just about any
application, styles include Fixed, Hinged, Bi-fold and sliding with a wide range of colours, stains and accessory options. Internal Shutters are ideal to control light, views, privacy and ventilation while adding that special touch of elegance to any setting.
MADE LOCALLY. MADE TO LAST.
Auto Guide Awnings
A range of systems to suit any situation. unique design modern
Inn ovative • unique design • innovative • modern
privacy and sun protection
beautiful and stylish
lightweight, easy operation
Auto Guide Awnings, which are sometimes called Lock Arm Awnings, are one of Watson’s most popular exterior blind systems. They can be raised and lowered to whatever position you want, by simply sliding the arms on the guide rods. This puts you in control of how much light comes through the window. The arms hold the fabric close to the window giving maximum heat and light protection while still letting
the air flow into your home. They are perfect for ground floor or balcony windows and you can choose from PolyCotton canvas, acrylic or mesh fabrics. Did you know, outside awnings are able to reflect up to 70% of heat before it reaches the window? That’s a significant difference and when winter arrives, you simply roll up the awnings and welcome the warmth of the winter sun.
6280 4443 Showrooms 5 Pirie Street, Fyshwick Unit 3, 143 Lysaght Street, Mitchell Opening times Mon-Fri: 8.30am - 5pm Sat: 9am - 1pm www.watsonblinds.com.au