Ziptrak® outdoor blinds for year‑round living

Ziptrak® outdoor blinds instantly add another living space to your home, transforming decks, patios and balconies into sheltered outdoor rooms you can use in most weather. At Redgraves, we pair genuine Ziptrak® hardware with designer outdoor fabrics, so your new screens perform beautifully and look like they’ve always belonged there.

What is Ziptrak®?

Ziptrak® is a patented track‑guided outdoor blind system that glides smoothly up and down, stopping wherever you need it – no zips, no ropes, no flapping panels. The side tracks create a sealed barrier that helps reduce wind, rain, insects and glare, making it one of the most popular outdoor blinds systems in New Zealand.

Because the screens sit within the tracks, Ziptrak® blinds are quieter and more stable than traditional crank‑handle awnings in windy conditions. That makes them ideal for exposed decks, coastal homes and urban balconies where you want outdoor privacy and climate control without fuss.

Benefits for Auckland homes

  • Extend your outdoor season: Create a sheltered outdoor room that feels comfortable for longer into the evening and across more months of the year.

  • Control light, heat and airflow: Block harsh sun while still enjoying the view, or drop the screens fully to help keep warmth in and wind out.

  • Improve privacy: Choose mesh fabrics that soften sightlines from neighbours while still allowing you to see out.

  • Reduce glare: Perfect for north‑ and west‑facing decks where afternoon sun makes entertaining uncomfortable.

  • Low‑maintenance solution: Robust aluminium componentry and high‑performance outdoor fabrics are designed for New Zealand conditions.

Fabric and finish options

Ziptrak® can be made in a range of outdoor mesh fabrics or clear PVC, depending on whether you prioritise the view, wind protection, privacy or shade.

  • Shadeview mesh: Available in an extensive colour palette, this open‑weave mesh filters UV, heat and glare while retaining visibility and airflow.

  • Soltis mesh: A high‑performance screen fabric in a wide range of colours, ideal where you want more precise control over light and heat.

  • Clear or tinted PVC: Best when you want an uninterrupted view and maximum protection from wind and rain, such as coastal or more exposed sites.

Hardware can be powder coated to Dulux colours so your Ziptrak® pelmets, tracks and bottom rails tie in seamlessly with existing joinery and exterior finishes. Our team can help you choose a combination that suits your cladding, decking and outdoor furniture.

Modern house with a large glass sliding door overlooking a wooden deck and green lawn.
Enclosed patio with outdoor sofa and table, potted plants, and a view of neighboring houses.
A balcony with glass railing overlooking a body of water with ships. The balcony has wooden flooring, a lounge chair, a small side table, and potted plants.
Modern house with large glass windows reflecting outdoor landscape, including grass and trees, and interior with minimalistic bedroom

Sizes, operation and details

Ziptrak® screens are custom made to fit your space, with a minimum size of approximately 650 x 500 mm. Maximum sizes are generous: up to 5500 x 3500 mm in PVC and up to 6000 x 3500 mm in mesh, depending on site conditions.

Operation options include:

  • Smooth manual spring‑balanced operation, with the option of a reverse handle or pull stick for ease of use.

  • Motorised (mesh only), which can be integrated with smart home systems, wall switches or remote controls for effortless shade control.

Pelmets and headboxes help protect the fabric when retracted, with compact pelmet options sized to suit the drop of your blind. Thoughtful details like face‑fix options and neatly concealed fixings help keep the look clean and architectural.

Close-up of a Ziptrack privacy panel with a black latch and screws.
A close-up of a roll-up window or door screen installed inside a frame, with part of a textured wall visible in the background.
Close-up of a white Ziptrak outdoor roller blind mounted on a textured wall.
Close-up of a Ziploc airtight seal on a plastic storage container.

Why choose Redgraves for Ziptrak®

Redgraves has been trusted by Auckland homeowners, architects and designers for more than 60 years for custom blinds, curtains and shutters. We combine that window furnishings expertise with specialist knowledge of genuine Ziptrak® systems to deliver outdoor blinds that are measured precisely, installed correctly and styled to suit your home.

Working with Redgraves for your Ziptrak® outdoor blinds gives you:

  • One point of contact from in‑home consultation through to installation.

  • Advice on how Ziptrak® compares with other outdoor blinds and awnings for your particular site.

  • Access to a curated selection of exterior fabrics, including options that coordinate with your interior roller blinds or curtains.

Book a Ziptrak® consultation

Tell us a little about your deck, patio or balcony and we’ll arrange a time to visit, measure up and talk through Ziptrak® ideas for your space. We’ll bring fabric swatches, colour options and practical advice so you can see how Ziptrak® screens could work in real life at your place.

Use the enquiry form, call our Mairangi Bay showroom or email the Redgraves team to get started with Ziptrak® outdoor blinds in Auckland and beyond