Movable decking the price of blinds - how to build a terrace cheaply in 2026 and know what you're really paying for?

If you type in Google search terms such as:

• moving boards price
• how to build a terrace inexpensively
• cheap brackets for terrace blinds
• moving boards at a low price

you are probably looking for a solution that is reasonably priced but not makeshift.

Price of moving boards does not come out of thin air. There are several specific factors behind the final amount: the height of the covering, the number of slots, the quality of the material, the way the elements are joined, the aesthetics of the workmanship, the weather resistance and the place of production.

Movable board holders OpenUp System currently cost* PLN 94.50 gross. At this price, you get a set (left and right handle) with a coverage height of 58.2 cm and 6 slots - designed as part of a complete system for building louvre walls for terraces, balconies, sheds or gazebos.

It is not a random element from a wholesaler. It is the heart of the system.

How do you compare the price of moving boards?

The most common mistake? Comparing only the price of one item.

If you want to reliably assess cost, take one key: number of nests and height of coverage.

You will find holders with 4, 5 and 6 sockets on the market. The module height is usually around 50 cm. The OpenUp System brackets have 6 slots and allow a build height of 58.2 cm with one set.

A difference of a few centimetres seems small, as long as you are not designing a 200-220 cm high wall.

With lower modules, a larger number of segments stacked on top of each other must be used. Each such connection is an additional horizontal structural contact. In practice, this means:

• more connecting points,
• more assembly work,
• greater number of elements needed to achieve the same height.

The higher module of 58.2 cm reduces the number of such connections. On larger projects, this translates into real savings in material and time.

Therefore, if you want to build up a terrace cheaply with movable boards, recalculate the cost of the whole wall rather than one piece of bracket.

Material - why it affects the price

The price of moving boards also depends on the quality of the raw material.

On the market you will encounter handles made from recycled plastics or materials used in the manufacture of containers, pipes or toys. They are cheap and chemically resistant, but less able to withstand deformation and prolonged stress.

Handles for external blinds OpenUp System are made from polypropylene reinforced with enhancers. It provides:

• greater resistance to deformation,
• stability at varying temperatures,
• UV-resistant,
• durability in outdoor use.

It is an element that works all year round. So the price includes not just the quantity of plastic, but the quality, and this has an impact on the durability and comfort of the blinds. 

Bonding method - sustainability in practice

Movable boards must work as a single system. The way the handles are joined together is important for durability and convenience.

Systems based on delicate latches can be damaged when repeatedly undone. At OpenUp System we use special hard plastic clips, which can be used repeatedly without the risk of breakage.

This solution reduces the risk of installation errors and extends the life of the entire system.

6 colours for patio blind brackets - the result of a market analysis

The OpenUp System colour palette was not created by accident.

We analysed:

• the most commonly used colours for window frames and patio doors,
• dominant shades of aluminium pergolas,
• colours of wooden gazebos and canopies,
• popular façade solutions in new construction.

The handle is a visible element. Its colour must harmonise with the design and not be an extraneous detail.

The six colours are the result of a real market analysis. A third shade of brown was introduced after discussions with contractors who needed a colour closer to popular wooden constructions.

As a result, there is no need to look for a colour compromise or to modify the elements on site.

We are a system manufacturer. Not just a product

We design the OpenUp System as a whole. The handles are compatible with 9.8 × 2 cm boards and 9.9 × 1.95 cm aluminium fins with a dedicated profile.

Systemic design means:

• dimensional repeatability,
• compatibility of elements,
• expandable,
• the stability of the parameters from season to season.

Production in Poland gives full quality control, fast order processing and continuity of access during the season.

Are movable boards a cheap solution?

The £94.50 gross for a 58.2 cm high set with 6 sockets represents a competitive price in this product class.

On a per 10 cm coverage basis, the OpenUp System compares favourably with many nominally cheaper 50 cm brackets.

Low-cost terrace development is not about choosing the lowest price per unit. It is about choosing a solution that:

• allows the number of modules to be reduced,
• reduces assembly time,
• requires no post-season adjustments,
• has a stable supply from the manufacturer.

Movable boards price - buy informed

Price is the sum of performance, build quality and durability.

If you are comparing offers, check:

• height of coverage,
• number of sockets,
• material quality,
• the method of joining,
• place of production,
• colour availability.

OpenUp System combines 6 colours developed on the basis of real market analysis, higher module height, system design and competitive pricing.

If you are planning to build a terrace with movable boards and want to know what you are really paying for - ssee the current offer in the Otwrane.co.uk shop.

*The article was updated at the start of the 2026 season.
A comparison of market prices was made on the basis of offers available at the end of March 2026.