Eight parts, two systems
The sun shade accessories in this category belong to exactly two systems. Six parts are accessories for the retractable pergola canopy: the fabric panels hang from two tensioned ropes and slide open and closed along them. Two parts carry an outdoor curtain, either on a tensioned wire rope or in an aluminium rail. The table shows what each part is for and which dimensions matter.
| Part | Purpose | Key data | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polyester rope | Support rope from which the shading panels hang | ø 2.2 mm, transparent, flame retardant, tensile load 1,800 N (just under 184 kg) | Pergola canopy |
| Glides | Plastic clip that runs on the rope and holds the tube of the panel | for tubes with a 19 mm diameter only | Pergola canopy |
| Stopper | fixes the panel at one point on the rope | Clip with a small screw and nut, for 19 mm tubes | Pergola canopy |
| Aluminium tube cut to size | Reinforcement inside the shading panel, snaps into glides and stoppers | Aluminium, ø 19 mm | Pergola canopy |
| Side rope tensioners | tension the ropes at the fascia board or on the side of the rafter | Set of 4 stainless steel tensioners, enough for two ropes, spanner included | Pergola canopy |
| Operating rod | pulls the panels open and closed by the eyelets | Beech wood, 80 cm long, ø 20 mm, stainless steel hook | Pergola canopy |
| Wire rope system | Rope from which the curtain hangs | Stainless steel wire rope ø 2 mm, turnbuckle, 2 wire rope clips, eye bolt, length freely selectable | Outdoor curtain |
| Rail system | Track with quiet-running rollers | Aluminium, powder-coated grey RAL 7038 or white RAL 9016, wall or ceiling mounting | Outdoor curtain |
Accessories for the retractable pergola canopy
When you order a retractable pergola canopy made to measure from us, polyester rope, glides, stoppers and operating rod are included in the right quantity. You need the parts separately when a panel is added, when a part has to be replaced or when you build a patio shade for a pergola or patio roof yourself.
Polyester rope
The polyester rope does not stretch. The panels therefore stay taut for years without you having to retension them. Because the material is transparent, the shade looks as if it were floating. Two ropes run per panel, one on each long side.
Glides
You hang the glides on the rope and clip the aluminium tubes into them. To take a panel down, you release the tubes from the glides and the ropes stay in place. The pergola canopy therefore needs no classic track hooks. The glides fit tubes with a 19 mm diameter only.
Stopper
The stopper looks like a glide but carries a small screw with a nut. This holds it firmly on the rope and keeps the panel in place - barely visible, with no carabiner or cable tie.
Aluminium tube cut to size
The 19 mm aluminium tube cut to size is light and robust at the same time. It sits inside the shading panel and gives it the shape that the glides and stoppers grip.
Side rope tensioners
The set of four stainless steel side rope tensioners tensions two ropes, which means one panel. You mount the tensioners on the front of the fascia board, or on the side of the rafter if there is no fascia board. They suit polyester, nylon and steel ropes.
Operating rod
With the beech wood operating rod you catch the eyelets of the panels from below and pull them open or closed. A length of 80 cm and a diameter of 20 mm sit comfortably in the hand.
Wire rope or rail for the outdoor curtain
An outdoor curtain hangs either from a tensioned wire rope or in a track rail. Both systems are made up to your length and also carry the balcony curtain made to measure. Which one suits you depends on the hem of the curtain and on the support it is to hang from.
Wire rope system
The wire rope system comes as a ready-made set with stainless steel wire rope, turnbuckle, two wire rope clips and an eye bolt. It can be mounted on wood, metal or concrete. Over 2 m in length, intermediate eye bolts are added so that the rope does not sag - the number you need is included.
Rail system
The rail system is made of aluminium, with all screws, carabiners and locking clips in stainless steel. You mount it on the wall with an angle adapter or on the ceiling with a ceiling bracket. 90-degree curves can be ordered with it, and we bend other angles on request.
Quiet rollers
The aluminium wheels are coated in soft rubber, so the curtain glides almost silently. The rollers are available with a rotating clamp for a reinforced hem or with a rotating eyelet for curtains with eyelets or heading tape.
Spacing during installation
With the rail, the brackets sit no more than 80 cm apart, and from a length of 130 cm the rail comes in sections with connectors. With the wire rope, there are no more than 200 cm between two eye bolts. All steps are in the outdoor curtain installation guide.
Sun protection for the patio at a glance
The accessories are one part of the sun protection for the patio. The rope parts belong to the retractable pergola canopy, wire rope and rail to the outdoor curtain. The other systems come with their own fixings and need nothing from this category. How the rope parts fit together is shown in the pergola canopy installation guide in three mounting options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sources
- Pergola canopy installation guide
- Outdoor curtain installation guide
- Cable awning care guide
- Sun protection for the patio
Last reviewed: 02.10.2026 · Reviewer: Germes-Team
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