How To Keep Your Terrace Cool on Scorching Summer Days

From Sprayers to Parasols: Here’s What People Are Already Doing to Keep Their Terrace Cool

As soon as the temperatures rise, we all start looking for ways to create shade and cool down. Perhaps you’ve already tried using a parasol that constantly blows over. Or maybe, each year, you stretch a large canvas between your wall and a tree, hoping it casts shade in just the right spot. Some people even bring fans outside or invest in misting systems. And of course, natural shade from trees is wonderful – if you’ve got the patience to wait years for it to grow.

The problem? Many of these solutions are temporary, labour-intensive, or simply not effective enough when the heat really kicks in. The sun moves, the temperature climbs, and before you know it, your terrace turns into a baking tray. Fortunately, there are smarter ways – solutions that are not only more comfortable but also help you save energy.

Smart Sun Protection: Your Trusted Partner in Summer Cooling

The most effective way to keep your terrace cool is with smart sun protection. Think motorised awnings, patio canopies and pergola shading that respond automatically to sunlight. No more manual adjustments or makeshift fixes. Somfy’s smart outdoor solutions open on their own when the sun shines – and retract at dusk or when clouds roll in.

But smart sun protection does more than just provide shade. It prevents your home from overheating. Once indoor temperatures climb above 27 degrees, your comfort quickly deteriorates. It becomes stuffy, humid, and downright unpleasant. Automated shading, equipped with sensors, measures the indoor temperature and responds instantly. Even before the heat sets in, the awnings or shutters have already lowered – keeping your home comfortably cool.

Do you use air conditioning at home? A growing number of people do – but it’s costly. Choosing sun protection instead is smarter for your comfort, your wallet, and the environment.

Five Reasons Why Outdoor Smart Sun Protection Is a Smart Choice

• Automatically creates shade at just the right moment
• Available for all types of shading: retractable awnings, patio roofs, drop-arm awnings, pergolas and conservatory solutions
• Keeps your rooftop or garden terrace pleasant, even at the hottest part of the day
• Protects your family and furnishings from harmful UV rays
• Easily controlled via smartphone or voice command

Smart sun protection isn’t just practical – it’s stylish too. Whether you prefer sleek modern designs or a more classic look, there’s always a solution that suits your home and taste.

Which Outdoor Solution Will You Choose?

Every home and terrace is unique. That’s why Somfy offers a range of smart solutions. Will you go for a motorised awning with Somfy automation? Or perhaps a freestanding pergola with integrated electric louvre shading is better suited to your garden? The options are endless. These products are also easy to connect with Somfy’s TaHoma switch. With just one tap – or a voice command – you control your entire outdoor space, including lighting and security.

Think seasonally too. In summer, you block sunlight and heat. In winter, you let in as much light as possible. Smart control helps you optimise comfort all year round.

Worry-Free Cooling: Experience the Comfort for Yourself

Tired of having to improvise each summer with parasols, cloths or fans? Treat yourself to the comfort of a cool terrace and a pleasant indoor climate. Discover how Somfy’s smart sun protection can make your life easier – and far more comfortable.

Feel the difference for yourself – visit our website today, get inspired, and find a local Somfy dealer. Explore the outdoor solution that fits your home. But don’t wait too long – summer is already here!