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Sun blinds and awning cost Netherlands 2026 — price screens, awnings and shutters including installation
Current overview of sun blinds and awning costs in the Netherlands 2026. What does a screen, awning or roller shutter cost including installation, which types are available and when is a permit needed? With cost tables.
Quick answer
Installing sun blinds or an awning in the Netherlands in 2026 costs on average € 400 to € 2,500 per unit including installation depending on the type and size. A standard articulated arm awning (4×3 m) costs € 1,200–€ 2,200; an external screen costs € 400–€ 900 per window.
Sun blinds costs by type
1. Price per unit including installation
| Type | Size | Cost incl. installation | |---|---|---| | External roller screen | per window ~1.5×2 m | € 400–€ 900 | | Articulated arm awning (manual) | 3×2.5 m | € 800–€ 1,500 | | Articulated arm awning (motorised) | 4×3 m | € 1,200–€ 2,200 | | Full drop awning / pergola canopy | 5×3 m | € 1,500–€ 3,000 | | Pergola with sun canopy | 4×4 m | € 2,500–€ 6,000 | | External roller shutter (aluminium) | per window ~1.5×2 m | € 600–€ 1,200 |
2. Additional costs
| Item | Cost | |---|---| | Electric motor | € 200–€ 400/unit | | Wind sensor | € 150–€ 300 | | Smart home integration (app/timer) | € 100–€ 250 |
Tips for sun blinds and awnings
- Choose motor + wind sensor for awnings over 3 m — manual operation is awkward and wind damage without a sensor is not covered by warranty
- Screen vs awning: screens filter light, awnings shade a larger area — combine both for optimal comfort
- Check colour guidelines with your municipality — listed buildings and protected townscapes have colour restrictions
- Summer energy savings of 10–25% — shading reduces air conditioning use; immediate energy benefit
- Request a quote that includes the mounting point — wall anchors in cavity walls sometimes require special brackets, which affects the price
Permit for sun blinds
- Attached to the house: generally no permit required
- Protruding over a public pavement or road: permit required from the municipality
- Listed building or protected townscape: always check first
Conclusion
Sun blinds and awnings in the Netherlands cost € 400–€ 2,500 per unit including installation. For solar shading as part of a complete renovation or extension, a coordinated project brief saves time and cost.
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