I’ve brought two and they are amazing!! Easy to install and very classy. We brought to add a little privacy but it’s a great windbreaker and shades the deck on a sunny day. Delivery was pretty quick would defs recommend
Steve B.
Great product and price, I have now purchase 3 of these, they are so easy to install, great for keeping the weather off my outdoor couch settings..
Tony D.
No trouble fitting it everything was there to do insulation .I just had to adjust the post up 12 mm and blind handle down 30mm to get ride of the ripples in the curtain.which was easy to do.needed it to get ride of the easterly wind very pleased
Daniel S.
Great product! I have used it on the side of my house to create a catio. This way our cat stays in our backyard.
Kevin B.
Love this screen, great for privacy and blocking the late afternoon sun. Great value for money.
After reading heaps of reviews and looking through customers' photos, I decided to order one blind. I then realised I'd have to collect it, so I ordered a second. By the time I'd installed those two, I was so impressed that I went back and ordered another two!
These blinds are fantastic. They've made a huge difference by reducing the sea breeze we get the water and giving us much better privacy from the neighbours.
Installation was incredibly easy, even I could do it, and they feel like excellent quality. Considering the price, they're outstanding value for money. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.
Kelly E.
Great product, very functional and easy to install.
Rita B.
Kia ora,
We are enjoying our new blinds, they have given our balcony a zhuzh!
Ngaa mihi Rita
Ps. I tried adding a short video but not sure if it worked. Would ask it not be shared externally, it is for your reference only.
Paul D.
A great windbreaker at a good price!
Graham F.
Excellent. Was a easy installation an looks great. A little floppy on the top side.may need a support.will see .but all good.
Thea H.
Good items.
Gregory
Good product. Yet to install but looks sturdy.
David P.
Easy process. Great communication and quick delivery. easy to fit for any home owner with basic DIY skills.. I had to drill in to concrete but no problems.
James V.
Nice unit working very well
Michael m.
A great product.
Pamela B.
Great product, easy install good value
Barry R.
These are great.
Yvonne H.
Just love it, looks so good and the color matches with my house.
Yvonne H.
Love it
Andi D.
Works very well
Rosie C.
Unfortunately not the right fit but impressed with quality of blind .Real value for money, great website and the delivery was excellent and so quick.Well done all around .
Lindy M.
We received one 2m x 3m and one 2m x 4m extending paio shelter, for a breezy upstairs balcony barbecue area. We can pull across one, or both, of these awesome shelters, making the barbecue usable on many more days of the year.
It is sturdy, simple to use, and looks pretty stylish.
What an awesome product. Installation could not be easier, as we had existing 100x100 posts.
richard d.
Well packed easy to order and arrived promptly it works as stated
Raewyn B.
Good blinds, quick delivery.
Solary H.
n/a
Kevin B.
Love this screen, great for privacy and blocking the late afternoon sun. Great value for money.
Debra B.
Hubby tweeked a few bits and did a bit of welding so we could join 2 screens together , and made it so we could pull out center pole when not in use , I love it
Anne V.
Very easy to do install .
Great for privacy .
Recommended to anyone who wants to buy one.
Kylie M.
The blind fits perfectly on our new deck! Blocks the wind and gives us extra privacy from the neighbours. Would definitely buy again.
Sue P.
Seems ok
Renee B.
Great for shade in the afternoon and also a good wind block.
Raechelle W.
Awesome sliding awning well made so easy to use and install dose the job perfectly to keep the rain out great price thank you living culture .
Robert N.
goods all good. took two weeks after it left auckland to get to waihi not good
Tanja P.
Product is good.
Only problem was time of arrival from overseas, about couple weeks overdue.
Not great communication from supplier.
Consúelo R.
Excelente quality we are very happy with this product.
Tony D.
No trouble fitting it everything was there to do insulation .I just had to adjust the post up 12 mm and blind handle down 30mm to get ride of the ripples in the curtain.which was easy to do.needed it to get ride of the easterly wind very pleased
Anne White C.
Very good value for the price and Living Culture staff were great to deal with.
Brett E.
Easy to install, works well, good quality - very happy!
Patricia D.
Recieved my grey retractable screen today and I am very pleased with the service and the screen can't wait to install it.
Ray S.
Good value for money, a perfect privacy screen that was easy to install
Maree C.
These blinds are excellent value for money and really do the job well. I use to block out afternoon sun if it’s too bright and to keep my patio area dry when it’s raining. Highly recommend.
Peter T.
Ordered 3 retractable vertical awnings. They are awesome and exactly what we were after. Thanks
Vicki W.
Easy to install, easy to use, looks good. Great that the screen is easy to pack away out of the elements when you don’t need to use it.
carol g.
As described easy to put up and found good instructions on youtube to cover erecting and putting down. Sturdy. Very happy.
Steve B.
Great product and price, I have now purchase 3 of these, they are so easy to install, great for keeping the weather off my outdoor couch settings..
June C.
We bought 2 of these and fixed 5hem either side of our pergola. Really impressed with the quality.
Raewyne T.
I bought 3 blinds. Last weekend was the first opportunity to use them. Extremely happy. Thank you
Ma'alona M.
This was the perfect solution for a bit more privacy without losing too much sunlight for the front bedroom of our house. There is ample tension and handles wind and rain a lot better than I expected. Even contemplating getting a few more for the back deck now.
Traci J.
Easy to install, looks good and does the job
Farhan A.
Perfect for my deck to provide that extra privacy. Only issue is the spring retraction is a bit strong and takes some effort to pull it out to its max length. And the screen creases when it retracts.
Rishee
Very good product with good coustmer service thanks to ling for help and suggestions
Derek S.
The screen does what I wanted it to do and looks pretty good. It was simple to install. The only gripe I would have is the carrier which Living Culture use. The item was delivered to the South Island and eventually forwarded to Nelson. It then took a further 5 days to be delivered - a 25km distance. I would suggest the use of this carrier be discontinued.
Beverley R.
Good product. Easy to install. Keeps the wind and sun away. Recommend
Wendy M.
Great service good product Thank you
Guy M.
great product looks really good. easy to install
Paul C.
Easy purchase easy to pick up , better construction than another one purchased recently
Nick S.
The screen works really well, shielding the wind and keeping the deck really private. A part needed replacing after about three years, and a new one was sent free of charge almost immediately. Great service.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Slide-In Base
The Ground Anchor Bracket is a floor-mounted slide-in base for your retractable side awning post. Secure the bracket to a solid surface such as a patio, deck, or terrace, then quickly slide the post in for use and remove it when not needed.
Mount your retractable side awning securely with this durable grey polypropylene wall bracket. Lightweight yet strong, it provides a stable anchor point and blends neatly with walls or posts. Screws are included for straightforward installation.
This freestanding post lets you install your side awning anywhere—no wall required. Perfect for patios, decks, or garden corners, it provides a secure anchor for your awning, giving you flexibility and freedom in positioning.
Anchor your side awning securely in soft soil with this rust-resistant ground spike. Ideal for freestanding setups or pairing with a wall bracket, its cross-shaped base provides strong hold. Screws included for easy installation.
Create a more private and comfortable outdoor space with our Retractable Side Awning. Designed to help block low-lying sunlight, reduce wind and provide additional privacy, it’s ideal for patios, decks and balconies.
Made with UV-resistant, water-repellent polyester fabric, a powder-coated steel housing, and an aluminium roller tube and front bar for added strength and durability.
Simply pull the awning out when needed, then release it for smooth automatic retraction. Easy to install and operate, it provides flexible protection whenever you need it.
Quick Dispatch: In-stock items are processed and dispatched within 48 hours of payment confirmation (excluding weekends and public holidays).
Estimated Delivery Times for In-Stock Items: North Island: Expect delivery within 5–7 business days. South Island: Expect delivery within 5–14 business days. (Exact delivery estimates are displayed at checkout.)
Handling Heavy or Bulky Items: For larger or heavier items, please ensure someone is available at delivery to assist with unloading. Additional delivery assistance can be arranged if required (an extra fee may apply).
Click & Collect
How It Works: At checkout, select Pickup as your shipping method. Our team will contact you once your order is ready.
Please bring your confirmation email when you come to collect your order.
Pickup Location: Pilkington Park, Unit 4, 167 Pilkington Road, Point England.
Pickup Hours: 8am to 4pm (Mon-Sat) except public holidays.
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Returns
We offer a full refund (including shipping) under the following conditions:
Defective Items: If a faulty item is found to be defective and cannot be fixed or replaced.
Incorrect Descriptions: If the item does not match its website description.
Refund Timeframe: Once your refund request is approved, the funds will be returned to your original payment method within 5–7 business days. (Bank processing times may vary).
We stand behind the quality of our products. Most items include at least a 12-month warranty, with extended coverage on many collections.
If your item arrives damaged or faulty, please let us know within 14 days of delivery, and we’ll replace it at no cost.
If a problem arises during the warranty period, we’ll assess it and offer a repair, replacement, or refund where appropriate.
Want to learn more about specific warranty periods and coverage? Visit our Warranty Information page for full details.
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.8 / 5 from 140 reviews.
After reading heaps of reviews and looking through customers' photos, I decided to order one blind. I then realised I'd have to collect it, so I ordered a second. By the time I'd installed those two, I was so impressed that I went back and ordered another two!
These blinds are fantastic. They've made a huge difference by reducing the sea breeze we get the water and giving us much better privacy from the neighbours.
Installation was incredibly easy, even I could do it, and they feel like excellent quality. Considering the price, they're outstanding value for money. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them. 👍
We are in love with this!! The front of our house is so openly visible to the whole street and so we desperately needed something that will give us some privacy - apart from putting fences up. This was just the perfect solution for us 🥰 It's also sturdy, solid, and great quality!
We received one 2m x 3m and one 2m x 4m extending paio shelter, for a breezy upstairs balcony barbecue area. We can pull across one, or both, of these awesome shelters, making the barbecue usable on many more days of the year.
It is sturdy, simple to use, and looks pretty stylish.
What an awesome product. Installation could not be easier, as we had existing 100x100 posts.
Excellent service, product arrived quickly and was exactly as described. Creates a nice windbreaker for the side of the house and can be easily removed from brackets and stored away if not needed during winter.
Hubby tweeked a few bits and did a bit of welding so we could join 2 screens together , and made it so we could pull out center pole when not in use , I love it 😀 😍
No trouble fitting it everything was there to do insulation .I just had to adjust the post up 12 mm and blind handle down 30mm to get ride of the ripples in the curtain.which was easy to do.needed it to get ride of the easterly wind very pleased
Retractable side awning much better than expected dismissing initial reservation that a lower price than competitors may have compromise quality. Easy installation, we modified the 3 awnings to suit our needs by mounting on fence posts rather than ground fixing. Only disappointment with Living Culture was a failure to inform when ready for warehouse pick up, had to chase.
These blinds are excellent value for money and really do the job well. I use to block out afternoon sun if it’s too bright and to keep my patio area dry when it’s raining. Highly recommend.
Excellent product and really outstanding service - staff were super helpful and the screen only took a short while to install (I know it looks a bit baggy at the top on the back but its a very old deck that isn't as flat as it should be, along the bottom it's as tight as a drum and has really cut down the wind AND the hideous view of the neighbours lol!
I’ve brought two and they are amazing!! Easy to install and very classy. We brought to add a little privacy but it’s a great windbreaker and shades the deck on a sunny day. Delivery was pretty quick would defs recommend A+++++++++++++++++
S T
This was the perfect solution for a bit more privacy without losing too much sunlight for the front bedroom of our house. There is ample tension and handles wind and rain a lot better than I expected. Even contemplating getting a few more for the back deck now.
Perfect for my deck to provide that extra privacy. Only issue is the spring retraction is a bit strong and takes some effort to pull it out to its max length. And the screen creases when it retracts.
Easy to install, blocks wind, the neighbours, keeps the dog on the deck. Ordering another one.
The latch system is a little awkward but stable manageable.
