Best-fit projects
ZIP screens work as a facade-shading layer, pergola side closure or hospitality weather-control layer.
- Pergola side closures
- Facade and window shading
- Hospitality areas needing fast weather response
LUXASHADEZip Screen Blinds & Exterior Shading
Luxa 100M Zip Screen with Manual Control
Formerly known as Luxa 100M Zip Screen with Manual Control
ZIP 100MThe manual sister of the Tela 100. Same zip-guided fabric, same wind class, same RAL palette — operated by a smooth gear-driven crank handle. No motor, no wiring, no electrician needed. Up to 4 m wide.
Same screen. No plug.
Sometimes a vertical screen is just a vertical screen. The Tela 100M shares the same zip rail system, the same fabric range, and the same aluminium cassette as the motorised Tela 100 — and replaces the RTS drive with a precision gear-driven crank. Drop the screen for evening privacy, raise it in the morning. No standby power, no firmware to update, no wiring to bury through the wall. Same ZIP-guided wind-review route, same 200+ RAL fabric palette, fabric warranty terms by project. Ideal for renovations where running cable is expensive, listed buildings where wall channels are forbidden, or simply where a motor is overkill.
MAX SPAN12.5m²
KEY FEATURES
- Spring-tensioned manual control
- No electricity required
- Zip-guided channels with integrated zipper
- Natural light with privacy
- Sun, wind and weather protection
- Between-pillar installation (side flag design)
- Project wind review route
- Precision fabric tension PVC profile
- Plastex durable accessories
- Max area 12.5 m²
AVAILABLE SIZES900–4,000mm × 500–3,500mm
PRODUCT DECISION GUIDE
When Luxa 100M Zip Screen with Manual Control is the right ZIP screen.
Use this route when the facade, pergola or opening needs vertical shading with better control of glare, privacy and wind exposure.
Check before quote
Clarify opening dimensions, guide fixing, fabric openness, control type and exposure before the screen is specified.
- Fabric openness and privacy target
- Guide-channel fixing surface
- Motor, manual or solar control route
Project handoff
Treat ZIP screens as part of the building envelope rather than an accessory so the result improves comfort and appearance.
- Pair with pergola or facade system
- Confirm wind and fabric assumptions
- Quote after dimensions are measured
Continue the project route
Pergola pairing
Pair ZIP screens with pergolas for side closure and privacy.
Fabric reviewAsk the project team to review openness, privacy and glare before quote.
Project reviewShare site dimensions, exposure and target use before final product selection.
Product familiesCompare the wider PONARC outdoor-living and architectural system range.
AI SEARCH ANSWERS
Short answers about Luxa Tela 100M.
Use these answers when comparing a manual ZIP screen for exterior shading where wiring, motor routing or powered control is not part of the project.
What is Luxa Tela 100M used for?
Luxa Tela 100M is a manually operated ZIP-guided exterior screen for openings that need glare, privacy and sun control without electrical preparation.
Compare ZIP screens →When is a manual ZIP screen better than a motorised one?
Use the manual route when the opening is simple, wiring is not available or not desired, and the buyer prefers a lower-complexity screen with ZIP-guided fabric control.
Compare motorised route →What should be checked before quotation?
Measure opening width and height, guide fixing surfaces, operating access, fabric openness target, wind exposure and whether the screen is standalone or paired with a pergola.
Review manual screen →TECHNOLOGY & DETAILSEngineering That Performs.
Manual Crank Operation
Smooth crank handle with gear mechanism. No electricity. Secure locking at any height.
ZIP-Guided Tension
Same ZIP technology as motorised Luxa 100. Taut and rattle-free after project wind review.
Light Control with Privacy
Screen fabric filters daylight while blocking outside views. UV protection up to 97%.
Upgrade Path
Same frame as Luxa 100 and 100S. Upgrade to motor or solar at any time without structural changes.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSBuilt to Standard.
OperationSpring-tensioned manual (no electricity)
Guide SystemZip-guided with integrated zipper
FabricBalanced — natural light in, blocks outside visibility
Dimensions (X)900 – 5,000 mm
Dimensions (Y)1,000 – 2,500 mm
Max Area12.5 m²
Max Expansion2,500 mm
NoteHeights above 2.7m: fabric has additional markings
InstallationBetween-pillar side flag design
AccessoriesPlastex high-quality components
Tension SystemPVC profile with covered bottom plastic
APPLICATIONSWhere It Works.
The Luxa 100M is designed for spaces without electrical supply. Ideal as side closure for garden pergolas, remote terraces, poolside structures, and heritage buildings…
ACCESSORIES & ADD-ONSComplete Your Setup.
Same compatibility as Luxa 100 (excluding motor automation). Pergola brackets for Luxa Sereno 700/800/WG. Insect mesh option. Upgrade to Luxa 100 or 100S at any…
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSCommon Questions.
With a smooth crank handle connected to a precision gear mechanism. No electricity, no wiring, no batteries. The gear locks the screen securely at any height.
All three use the same ZIP system and frame. 100M = manual crank, 100 = mains motor (230V), 100S = solar panel + battery. All interchangeable — upgrade any time.
Yes. The ZIP guide system is identical. Wind resistance is reviewed by project regardless of operation method.
Yes. Same mounting points — crank replaced with motor unit or solar drive at any time.
Width: 900–4,000 mm. Height: 500–3,500 mm. Max area: 12.5 m².
Same as Luxa 100: screen mesh (1–10% openness), blackout, insect mesh, transparent PVC. Wide colour palette.
Ideal when: no power supply available, zero electrical maintenance preferred, lower initial cost with upgrade option, or building regulations restrict electrical work.
More affordable than motorised Luxa 100. Price depends on dimensions, fabric, colour. Request a personalised quote.
INSTALLATIONFrom Plan to Pergola.
Same mounting as Luxa 100: face-fix, reveal-fix, soffit-fix. No electrical connection needed — faster installation. Single screen: approx 1.5–2 hours.
COLOURS & FINISHESYour Colour, Your Style.
All profiles in any RAL colour. Square or round cassette. Fabric colours independent of frame.
CARE & MAINTENANCEBuilt to Stay Beautiful.
Clean fabric 2–3 times per year. Brush guide channels. Lubricate crank annually with silicone spray. Fabric replaceable without cassette removal.
