
Do you want to protect your home from the scorching Australian sun while maintaining a beautiful, high-end aesthetic?
Specifically, Docril fabrics offer an exceptional European design combined with advanced solar engineering. Distributed proudly by Ricky Richards, this collection represents the absolute gold standard for external blinds, canopies, and outdoor awnings.
Therefore, Coolabah Shades integrates these premium textiles directly into our custom Melbourne installations.
Consequently, your outdoor entertainment zones stay comfortably cool and beautifully vibrant for years to come.
To begin with, investing in a premium outdoor textile ensures your awnings endure harsh seasonal shifts without losing structural integrity.
Therefore, the Docril fabric collection offers several advanced material advantages to protect your property:
Exceptional UV Protection: Specifically, this fabric acts as a massive shield against dangerous solar rays. As a result, it reduces solar heat gain significantly and protects your family from skin damage.
Solution-Dyed Acrylic Longevity: Because the colour is locked deep inside the fibres during the raw manufacturing stage, it resists fading effortlessly. Consequently, the fabric retains its rich, bright colour under the direct Australian sun.
Water and Stain Repellency: In addition, every square meter features a specialized Cleangard protective finish. This advanced coating prevents dirt, greasy pollution, and water from penetrating the material.
Mould and Rot Resistance: Furthermore, the breathable weave allows moisture to dry up rapidly. Consequently, it actively stops mildew growth during damp Melbourne winters.
10-Year Structural Warranty: Moreover, a comprehensive ten-year manufacturer warranty backs every single roll for ultimate peace of mind.
Similarly, this versatile textile adapts beautifully to a wide selection of residential and commercial architectural structures.
Because the yarn handles high structural tension without sagging, it maintains a perfectly crisp profile over any framework.
For example, our professional team can customize Docril fabric for the following layouts:
Retractable folding arm awnings for wide backyard decks and alfresco patios
Elegant French canopies and Florentine wedge awnings for local storefronts
Fixed guide window sunblinds for elevated, hard-to-reach upstairs windows
Heavy-duty commercial café umbrellas and fixed alfresco enclosures
Traditional automatic canvas sunblinds to block harsh low-angle afternoon glare
Professional architects and commercial designers trust Ricky Richards and the Docril range due to their exact manufacturing tolerances.
| Technical Attribute | Specification Details |
| Material Composition | 100% Solution-Dyed Acrylic Fibre |
| Protective Coating | Cleangard Water, Stain, and Soil Repellent Finish |
| UV Protection Factor | Excellent Protection Rating (Blocks up to 90% to 98% of UV rays) |
| Environmental Safety | Oeko-Tex Certified (Free from harmful chemical substances) |
| Standard Roll Width | 120 cm (Allows for flawless, tight seam stitching) |
| Product Warranty | 10-Year Full Manufacturer Fabric Warranty |
At Coolabah Shades, we specialize in manufacturing high-quality outdoor shade structures tailored exactly to your property dimensions.
Because we custom-measure every single window and patio frame, your new fabric awnings will fit flawlessly.
Our professional design team will guide you through a massive collection of solid monochromes and traditional stripes to complement your property’s overall curb appeal perfectly.
Ready to upgrade your outdoor spaces with premium Docril solar fabrics?
Then contact the expert team at Coolabah Shades today!
Call us directly on 0413 661 575 to book your free, no-obligation onsite design consultation, measure, and quote!
You can download the brochure HERE
More images of Awnings using the Docril awning fabrics and other products are available in our GALLERY
For more information please call 0413 661 575 or visit our contact us page to email your enquiry.