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Turn your terrace into a true outdoor room
More and more people want to extend their home outdoors. Not by adding extra walls, but by making the terrace feel like a natural continuation of the living room, kitchen or dining area. When your patio is directly connected to the house, the challenge is clear: you want more comfort outside without losing light and openness inside.
That is why the type of cover makes such a difference. A fabric roof, louvred roof, glass roof or awning affects not only your patio, but also how your home feels.
With the right patio cover, awning or pergola, you can turn your patio into a comfortable outdoor room without compromising indoor light, openness or living comfort.
An outdoor room, not a dark room indoors
A patio adjoining your home sits directly in front of your windows and living spaces. Everything you install there determines how much daylight enters your home and how open the connection with your garden remains.
That is why an attached shading solution requires a well-considered approach. The aim is not simply to cover your patio. The aim is to create a place that offers shade, shelter and comfort whenever you need it - while keeping your home bright and pleasant when the cover is open.
Retractable systems such as the Brustor B128, B128 XL and awnings are ideal for this: when open, they allow maximum light indoors; when closed, they provide shade and shelter.
A glass roof pergola offers permanent protection from rain without loss of light. If you prefer a more architectural look, the B200 XL with Smart-Fix® offers adjustable shade and expansion options such as screens.
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Why choose a patio cover?
Because outdoor comfort should feel effortless.
With a cover, you can use your patio more often and more flexibly:
you can sit outside in sunshine and in changeable weather
you keep control over light and shade
you protect furniture and create extra living space
you turn your patio into a fully fledged extension of your home
A well-designed solution makes the transition between indoors and outdoors feel smooth and natural.
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The B128: the flexibility of an awning, the structure of a pergola
The Brustor B128 is an ideal solution for patios adjoining the home because it combines the best of both worlds:
Like an awning, the fabric roof can be rolled away whenever you want maximum light indoors and an open view.
Like a patio cover, the structure gives your patio a clearer outdoor-room feeling.
This flexibility means your patio adapts to the moment, the season and the way you live.
The slim design also helps the structure blend beautifully into the architecture of the house, without visually separating the patio from the indoor space.
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The B128 XL: for larger patios and professional outdoor spaces
For larger patios, the B128 XL delivers the same flexible outdoor comfort on a larger scale.
This makes it especially suitable for spacious residential patios, hospitality terraces and larger outdoor areas where comfort, atmosphere and flexibility are important, without losing the open feeling of the space.
With the retractable fabric roof, you decide how much shade or light you want. When open, the system keeps the patio and the rooms behind it bright and airy. When closed, it creates a comfortable covered place to dine, relax or welcome guests.
That balance is particularly valuable for hospitality. A terrace that adapts to changing weather conditions creates more opportunities to welcome guests comfortably, without compromising atmosphere or experience.
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Also possible with an awning
Creating a cosy and comfortable outdoor space does not always require a patio cover.
An awning or retractable awning is often the most open and flexible solution for a patio adjoining the home. When the awning is retracted, the windows remain clear and daylight can flow indoors without obstruction.
When you need shade, the motorised awning extends over the patio and instantly creates a pleasant place to sit, dine or relax.
An awning is particularly suitable when you:
want maximum daylight indoors when the fabric is rolled into the cassette
want to maintain a light and airy feeling around the house
want a comfortable patio without a permanent roof structure
For many homes, an awning is the simplest way to enjoy the patio more often while keeping the connection between house and garden fully open.
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Prefer a louvred roof?
Some people prefer the appearance and comfort of a patio cover with a louvred roof. It gives the outdoor space a stronger architectural character and lets you control light, ventilation and shelter by tilting the louvres.
For attached patios, the Brustor B200 XL with Smart-Fix® is particularly relevant.
With the Smart-Fix® option, the patio cover can be installed against the facade and prepared for integrated screens. You can therefore start with the cover itself and add screens later if you want more privacy, wind protection or shade.
This makes the B200 XL with Smart-Fix® a future-proof choice for anyone who wants a more complete outdoor room while keeping the layout of the space flexible.
The B200 is a different solution from the B128 or an awning. The B128 and awnings focus strongly on openness and natural light when they are open. The B200 focuses more on architectural comfort, adjustable shade and the possibility of adding integrated side protection.
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What about patio covers with glass?
A patio cover with glass is a strong option if you want permanent protection from rain while retaining as much daylight as possible.
Because the roof is transparent, the patio feels covered but not enclosed. You remain connected to the sky, the garden and the natural light around your home.
That makes glass roofs especially interesting for attached patios where daylight inside the home is a priority.
On warm or sunny days, a glass roof can be combined with additional solar shading, such as screens or roof shading, to keep the space comfortable.
This way, you combine permanent shelter with a bright, open feeling.
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More than a patio
A well-designed patio changes the way you live. It becomes a place to have breakfast, relax, work or spend time together - without a clear boundary between indoors and outdoors.
Because it connects directly to your home, you naturally step into it. Outdoor living becomes a natural part of your daily routine.
And because the cover is attached to the house, the threshold is low. You simply open the door and step into an extra living space.
Choose consciously
The right choice depends on your priorities:
Maximum daylight in your home: B128 or awning
Large patios: B128 XL
Minimalist solution: awning
Architectural comfort: a louvred roof
Permanent shelter + light: glass roof
The essence is not which cover you choose, but how you want indoors and outdoors to work together.
Your priority | Best-suited solution | Why |
Maximum daylight indoors and flexible shade | The roof or fabric can be opened or retracted when you do not need it | |
A larger attached outdoor room | Ideal for spacious patios and hospitality terraces | |
A light, open and discreet terrace solution | Minimal visual impact when retracted | |
Architectural outdoor comfort with adjustable shade | Louvre control and future-proof screen integration | |
Permanent shelter with maximum daylight | Keeps the patio sheltered while preserving natural light | |
More privacy and wind protection | Creates a more enclosed outdoor-room feeling |
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Get more out of outdoor living
With the right combination of light, shade and comfort, you can use your patio more often and for longer. Screens, lighting and heating make that difference even greater.
Integrated screens create more privacy and protection from wind or low sun. LED lighting adds atmosphere on long summer evenings, while patio heating keeps your outdoor space comfortable on cooler days too.
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Turn your patio into an extension of your home
Covering a patio does not mean closing it off - it means extending it.
Whether you choose a fabric roof, awning, louvres or glass, the right solution lets you live outdoors without giving anything up indoors.
That way, your patio is no longer a place next to your home, but a fully fledged outdoor room.
Frequently asked questions
Which patio cover lets the most daylight into the home?
A retractable awning, folding-arm awning, the Brustor B128 or the B128 XL are strong options when daylight is important, because the fabric can be opened or retracted when shade is not needed. A glass roof is also a good choice if you want permanent rain protection while still preserving natural light.
Keep in mind that a glass roof allows plenty of light through, but can also lead to heat build-up on warm or sunny days. In that case, additional solar shading, such as a B129 under the glass roof, can help regulate comfort on the terrace.
Is a patio cover or an awning better for a terrace attached to the home?
That depends on the level of comfort you are looking for and on the technical possibilities of your home. An awning is more discreet and keeps the terrace very open when retracted. A patio cover, such as the B128 or the B200 XL with Smart-Fix®, creates a stronger outdoor room feeling and offers more possibilities for integrated comfort options.
From a technical point of view, the wall, the surface and the installation situation also play an important role. That is why personal advice is always important to determine which solution best suits your home and terrace.
Why choose the B128 for a terrace attached to the home?
The B128 combines the flexibility of an awning with the structure of a patio cover. The retractable fabric roof helps preserve daylight indoors when open and creates shade and comfort when closed.
Another advantage is that the B128 can also be expanded later. If, over time, you want more privacy, wind protection or protection from low sun, additional screens with a casing can still be added afterwards.
When is the B128 XL the better choice?
The B128 XL is ideal for larger terraces, spacious outdoor living areas and hospitality terraces where more cover is needed without losing flexibility.
For extra comfort, the B128 XL can also be equipped with integrated screens on the sides. These provide more shelter, privacy and an even cosier outdoor room feeling.
Why choose the B200 XL with Smart-Fix®?
The B200 XL with Smart-Fix® is a strong option if you want to install a patio cover with a louvred roof against the façade and potentially add integrated screens later. This allows your outdoor room to be built with the future in mind.
The Smart-Fix® solution also provides a slimmer housing against the wall compared with a classic B200 XL installation. This makes it an interesting choice if you want a sleek, architectural result. Depending on the number of screens and the chosen configuration, the technical setup may vary, for example when external electronics are required. A Brustor dealer will therefore always assess which configuration is best suited to your situation.
Are patio covers with a glass roof suitable for terraces attached to the home?
Yes. A patio cover with glass is particularly suitable when you want permanent protection from rain while keeping the terrace and the rooms behind it bright.
Because glass lets in a lot of light, the terrace continues to feel open and natural. On warm or sunny days, additional solar shading can be added under the glass roof to better control heat and harsh sunlight. This allows you to combine permanent shelter with a bright and comfortable outdoor feeling.
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