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18.11.2025

Front-Mounted Textile Screens as a zip screen or roll screen?

Q: What is the difference between Zipscreen and Rollscreen?

The Zipscreen has a laterally guided, tensioned fabric via a zipper system, which ensures high wind stability. The roll screen guides the fabric loosely over the drop pole pin and is more suitable for sheltered locations.

Q: How wind-resistant is a roll screen compared to a zip screen?

A roll screen is designed for sheltered installation situations and offers only limited wind stability. For exposed locations, the zip screen with zip technology and wind stability up to 120 km/h is much better suited.Wind stability of ROMA Textile Screens

Anyone looking for effective solar shading for modern façades is often faced with a decision: Zipscreen or Rollscreen? Both variants belong to the category of Front-Mounted Textile Screens and offer high-quality solutions for external sun protection. They improve the indoor climate, reduce energy consumption and effectively protect against glare - but they differ in their technology and application. In this article, you will learn about the differences between zipscreens and roller screens and which solution is best suited to your requirements.

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Zipscreen or rollscreen: The most important facts in brief

Front-Mounted Textile Screens are modern sun protection systems that are mounted vertically in front of windows.
Zipscreens guide the Fabrics laterally via a zipper system in the guide rails - for tight fabric tension and high wind stability.
Rollscreens guide the Fabrics loosely only with the drop rod via metal bolts in the side guide rails - ideal for smaller formats or protected positions.
Both systems improve thermal insulation in summer, provide privacy and glare protection and allow daylight into the room.
ROMA Front-Mounted Textile Screens are available in numerous colors, fabrics and operating variants.

What is a Front-Mounted Textile Screens?

A Front-Mounted Textile Screens - also known as a front-mounted vertical awning - is an external sun shading system that is mounted vertically in front of the window. It is installed outside the façade in a so-called front-mounted box. This protects the building fabric and enables simple retrofitting, even in existing buildings. Due to its position on the outside in front of the glass, a Textile Screens is particularly effective at preventing heat from entering and significantly improves thermal insulation in summer.

Advantages of Front-Mounted Textile Screens at a glance

Effective sun and glare protection at the workplace, in living rooms and bedrooms
Improved heat protection and room comfort
Weather-resistant and durable
Daylight utilization with simultaneous privacy protection
Suitable for Smart Home applications

Zipscreen: tight technology with wind stability

A zipscreen is characterized by its side-guided fabric and angular drop rod. A special zipper system firmly connects the fabrics to the side guide rails. This keeps the screen taut, even over large areas or in strong winds.

Special advantages of the Zipscreen system

High wind stability up to 120 km/h
No tearing of the fabric thanks to zip technology
Shading of large window areas possible without any problems
Textile Screens with insect protection thanks to laterally closed guide
Wide range of design and color options
Can be integrated into ROMA Smart Home

With the ROMA zipSCREEN.2, you get a durable, visually high-quality and functional sun shading system that is ideal for modern façades. Particularly practical: the ROMA zipSCREEN.2 with solar, which is operated wirelessly and is ideal for retrofitting.

No gap between guide rails and Fabrics of the ROMA zipSCREEN.2 Front-Mounted Textile Screens due to zipper

Roll screen: the classic alternative

The roll screen guides the Fabrics loosely only with the round drop rod over metal bolts in lateral rails or tensioning ropes. This creates a gap between the guide rail and the Fabrics, through which light can penetrate. This design is particularly suitable for smaller windows or protected installation situations. The ROMA rollSCREEN.2 impresses with its delicate appearance and simple technology.

Features of the rollscreen system

Lightweight construction with reduced use of materials
Flexible use in niches or protected areas
Light enters via gap between guide rail and Fabrics
Cost-effective solution for lower requirements
Can be integrated into ROMA Smart Home

Gap between Fabrics and guide rail with rollSCREEN.2 from ROMA

Which system suits my project?

The choice between Zipscreen and Rollscreen depends on various factors.

Criterion

ROMA zipSCREEN.2

ROMA rollSCREEN.2

zipSCREEN.2 is recommended

Wind stability

Very high (up to 120 km/h)

Low to medium

Area size

Also suitable for large windows

Especially for smaller areas

Optics

Smooth and modern

Discreet and filigree

Solar operation

Also available with solar drive

Insect screen can be integrated

Yes

Smart Home compatible

Yes

Get individual advice from a ROMA specialist partner - they will help you plan, select and install the right vertical awning.

ROMA Textile Screens: High-tech made in Germany

Whether Zipscreen or Rollscreen - ROMA offers you durable sun shading systems with sophisticated technology and aesthetic appeal. Both versions are available in numerous ROMA colors, textile screen fabrics and finishes. Particularly noteworthy: the combination of sun protection, darkening, glare protection, insect protection and Smart Home functionality - can be individually planned for your façade.

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about Zipscreen and Rollscreen

What is the difference between Zipscreen and Rollscreen?

The Zipscreen has a laterally guided, tensioned fabric via a zipper system, which ensures high wind stability. The roll screen guides the fabric loosely over the drop pole pin and is more suitable for sheltered locations.

How wind-resistant is a roll screen compared to a zip screen?

A roll screen is designed for sheltered installation situations and offers only limited wind stability. For exposed locations, the zip screen with zip technology and wind stability up to 120 km/h is much better suited.

Wind stability of ROMA Textile Screens

Can a Front-Mounted Textile Screens also be retrofitted?

Yes, both zip screens and roller screens from ROMA are suitable for retrofitting - especially the solar versions, as no cabling is required.

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