# Five Eight Twelve

> Five Eight Twelve Contracting Inc. is an **Authorized STOBAG Specialist Partner** in Vancouver, BC, delivering premium architectural shade systems, rolling security, and architectural glass for residential, commercial, and hospitality projects across British Columbia. Specialist Partners are trained and accredited directly by STOBAG, the Swiss-designed (since 1964), Canadian-made (Burlington, Ontario) global leader in retractable awnings and bioclimatic shading.

Five Eight Twelve supplies and installs retractable awnings, pergolas, louvered roofs, exterior shade screens, interior window shades, roll shutters, security grilles, fire shutters, overhead doors, glass canopy louvers, motorized glass roofs and walls, and restaurant patio enclosure systems.

Authorized for: STOBAG (lead brand), Markilux, Solidux, Tri-Can, KE Outdoor Design, Mitjavila, ShadeFX, Phantom Screens, Talius, Pentagon, Ultralite, Cornell Cookson, Mecho-Shade, Hunter Douglas, Sunbrella, Dickson, Sattler, Somfy, and Gaposa.

## Core pages

- [Home](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/): Premium shade and security solutions in Vancouver, BC.
- [About](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/about): Company background, manufacturer authority by category, and service approach.
- [STOBAG Specialist Partner Vancouver](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/stobag-vancouver): Authorized STOBAG Specialist Partner in Vancouver. Full STOBAG product line, dealer credentials, warranty terms.
- [Contact](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/contact): Vancouver showroom, phone, email, and project inquiries.
- [Professionals](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/professionals): For architects, designers, and general contractors. Includes specifier reference index of every brand and model carried.
- [Maintenance](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/maintenance): Service, seasonal care, and annual maintenance.
- [Warranty Support](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/warranty-support): Manufacturer warranty terms (sourced from each manufacturer's published documents) and Five Eight Twelve installation warranty (1-year retractable awning labour, 10/5/5 fixed frame storefront).

## STOBAG product lines

Five Eight Twelve installs every STOBAG line currently available in Canada:

- **STOBAG Casabox**: Full-cassette retractable awning (industry-standard "BOX" awning category)
- **STOBAG Tendabox**: Premium cassette retractable awning, frequently named in BC architectural specifications
- **STOBAG Select**: Open lateral-arm retractable awning
- **STOBAG Pergolino**: Pergola-mounted retractable awning with rain protection
- **STOBAG Airomatic**: Conservatory / glass-roof exterior shading
- **STOBAG Bavona**: Bioclimatic louvered roof (Soft-Top fabric or Hard-Top aluminum louver)
- **STOBAG Astano**: Pavilion / atrium roof structure
- **STOBAG Ventosol**: Zip vertical shade screen (weather-tight, insect-proof)
- **STOBAG Surava**: Vertical shading system for window apertures and facades

## Products

- [All Products](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/products)
- [Shade Systems](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/products/shade-systems): Retractable awnings, pergolas, exterior screens, interior shades, patio covers, parasols.
- [Retractable Awnings](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/products/shade-systems/retractable-awnings): Box cassette, open, pergola, terrace, conservatory, drop-arm.
- [Exterior Shade Screens](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/products/shade-systems/exterior-shade-screens): Zip systems, cable-guided, Magnatrack.
- [Pergolas & Louvered Roofs](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/products/shade-systems/pergolas-louvered-roofs): Bioclimatic pergolas with motorized louvers.
- [Patio Covers](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/products/shade-systems/patio-covers): Insulated and glass patio covers.
- [Interior Window Shades](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/products/shade-systems/interior-window-shades): Motorized interior shading systems.
- [Fixed Frame Awnings](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/products/shade-systems/fixed-frame-awnings): Permanent architectural awnings.
- [Parasols & Umbrellas](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/products/shade-systems/parasols-umbrellas): Residential and commercial-grade umbrellas.
- [Rolling Security Systems](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/products/rolling-security-systems): Roll shutters, security grilles, fire shutters, overhead doors.
- [Roll Shutters](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/products/rolling-security-systems/roll-shutters): Residential and commercial aluminum roll shutters.
- [Retail Grilles](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/products/rolling-security-systems/retail-grilles): Storefront and security grilles.
- [Fire Shutters](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/products/rolling-security-systems/fire-shutters): Code-compliant fire-rated rolling closures.
- [Overhead Doors & Gates](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/products/rolling-security-systems/overhead-doors-gates): Commercial overhead doors and gates.
- [Architectural Systems](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/products/architectural-systems): Glass canopy louvers, motorized glass roofs and walls, railings.
- [Glass Canopy Louvers](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/products/architectural-systems/glass-canopy-louvers)
- [Motorized Glass Roofs & Walls](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/products/architectural-systems/motorized-glass-roofs-walls)
- [Railings](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/products/architectural-systems/railings)
- [Restaurant Patio Solutions](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/products/restaurant-patio-solutions): Year-round patio enclosures for hospitality operators.
- [Repairs & Service](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/products/repairs-service): Awning fabric and cover replacement (reskin), awning frame repair, retractable awning repair, Somfy motor repair and replacement, roll shutter repair and replacement, roll shutter motor repair, roll shutter maintenance and service, ripped awning fabric repair, damaged awning frame repair, damaged roll shutter repair throughout British Columbia.

## Knowledge Base

### Shade Systems

Retractable awnings, pergolas, exterior screens, patio covers, interior shades and umbrellas.

- [Retractable Awnings in Vancouver and BC | A Complete Guide](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/knowledge-base/shade-systems/retractable-awnings-complete-guide-vancouver-bc): Retractable awnings give you on-demand shade and weather protection without the permanence of a fixed structure. This guide explains the types available in BC, how they handle Vancouver's climate, what they cost, and how to choose the right system for your home or patio.
- [Pergola vs Louvered Roof vs Patio Cover | A Buyer's Guide for BC](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/knowledge-base/shade-systems/pergola-vs-louvered-roof-vs-patio-cover-bc): A pergola, a louvered roof, and a solid patio cover all extend the use of your outdoor space, but they solve different problems. This guide breaks down the differences, the pros and cons of each in BC's climate, and how to decide between them.
- [Exterior Shade Screens | Zip, Cable-Guided, and Magnatrack Compared](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/knowledge-base/shade-systems/zip-screens-vs-cable-vs-magnatrack-exterior-shade-guide): Exterior shade screens stop solar heat and glare before they reach your glass, making them dramatically more effective than interior blinds. This guide explains the three main track types we install (zip, cable-guided, Magnatrack), how they differ, and where each is the right fit.
- [Motorized Interior Window Shades in Vancouver | A Complete Guide](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/knowledge-base/shade-systems/motorized-interior-window-shades-vancouver-guide): Motorized interior shades transform daily living in a modern BC home: automated daylight control, privacy, and smart-home integration. This guide explains the types available, how to choose fabric openness, and what motorized systems actually cost.
- [Parasols and Commercial Umbrellas | When They Beat a Fixed Shade](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/knowledge-base/shade-systems/parasols-commercial-umbrellas-bc-guide): A quality commercial-grade parasol can cover 200 to 400+ sq ft with less visual mass than a fixed structure, and can be moved seasonally. This guide explains cantilever vs center-post designs, wind considerations, and when umbrellas beat awnings.

### Rolling Security

Roll shutters, security grilles, overhead doors, and fire shutters for homes and businesses.

- [Roll Shutters in BC | Security, Storm Protection, and Insulation](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/knowledge-base/rolling-security/roll-shutters-complete-guide-bc): Roll shutters (also called roller shutters or rolladen) are aluminum slat barriers that roll down over windows and doors for security, storm protection, insulation, and privacy. This guide explains the types, where they make sense in BC, and how to choose.
- [Fire Shutters in BC Commercial Buildings | Code, Function, and Spec](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/knowledge-base/rolling-security/fire-shutters-commercial-code-bc): Fire shutters close automatically during a fire event to compartmentalize spaces and prevent fire spread. This guide explains where they're required by code, how the ratings work, and what building owners should know about installation and testing.
- [Retail Grille vs Roll Shutter | Which Is Right for Your Storefront?](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/knowledge-base/rolling-security/retail-grille-vs-roll-shutter-storefront): A retail grille and a roll shutter are both rolling security closures but solve different problems. This guide explains the difference, when each is right for a Vancouver storefront, and how to decide.

### Architectural Systems

Glass canopy louvers, motorized glass roofs and walls, and railing systems.

- [Glass Canopy Louvers | Rain Protection Without Sacrificing Light](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/knowledge-base/architectural-systems/glass-canopy-louvers-intro-bc): Glass canopy louver systems combine structural glass roof panels with an adjustable louver system for light, rain, and heat control. They're a premium architectural solution for entrances, walkways, and high-design patios where a solid roof would feel heavy.
- [Glass Railings and BC Building Code | A Practical Guide](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/knowledge-base/architectural-systems/glass-railings-bc-building-code-guide): Glass railings give uninterrupted views and a clean architectural reading, but must meet specific BC Building Code requirements for structural load, glazing type, and attachment. This guide explains the systems, the code implications, and how to specify correctly.
- [Motorized and Retractable Glass Walls | Year-Round Indoor-Outdoor Living](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/knowledge-base/architectural-systems/motorized-retractable-glass-walls-bc-guide): Motorized retractable glass walls open entire rooms to the outdoors at the push of a button, a transformation that standard sliding doors can't match. This guide explains the systems, the specification considerations, and when they're worth the investment.

### Fabrics & Motorization

Premium fabrics (Sunbrella, Dickson, Sattler) and automation (Somfy, Gaposa).

- [Awning Fabric Guide | Sunbrella, Dickson, and Sattler Compared](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/knowledge-base/fabrics-motorization/awning-fabric-guide-sunbrella-dickson-sattler): The fabric is the most visible and most weather-exposed component of any awning. This guide explains solution-dyed acrylic, compares the three leading brands we install, and helps you decide based on climate, aesthetics, and application.
- [Somfy vs Gaposa | Which Shade Motor Should You Choose?](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/knowledge-base/fabrics-motorization/somfy-vs-gaposa-motors-which-to-choose): Somfy and Gaposa are the two motor brands we install most often. Both are tier-one products, but they differ in ecosystem, smart-home integration, and typical pricing. This guide helps you pick between them.

### BC Climate & Buying Guides

Vancouver-specific advice, permit guidance, and budget expectations for BC homeowners.

- [Permits and Strata Approval for Shade and Security Installations in BC](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/knowledge-base/bc-buying-guides/permits-strata-approval-bc-shade-security): Permits and strata approval are the two administrative steps that catch most homeowners off guard. This guide explains when each applies to shade and rolling security installations in Metro Vancouver, and how to navigate the process.
- [Awning Maintenance and Annual Cleaning | A BC Owner's Guide](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/knowledge-base/bc-buying-guides/awning-maintenance-annual-cleaning-bc): A retractable awning that's cleaned and maintained annually typically outlasts one that isn't by years. This guide walks through the simple seasonal routine that keeps fabric, arms, and motor performing like new in BC's climate.
- [The Best Shade Solutions for a West-Facing Patio in Vancouver](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/knowledge-base/bc-buying-guides/best-shade-west-facing-patio-vancouver): West-facing patios in Vancouver face strong direct sun from mid-afternoon through evening in the summer. This guide ranks the shade solutions that actually work for that exposure, with pros and cons of each for BC's climate.
- [Outdoor Patio Heating | Infrared vs Gas for BC Conditions](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/knowledge-base/bc-buying-guides/outdoor-patio-heating-infrared-vs-gas-bc): Patio heating extends the usable season, but choosing between infrared electric and gas heaters depends more on your patio design than on heater specs. This guide breaks down what actually matters for BC installations.
- [How to Get Strata Approval for an Awning or Shade Installation | Including Template](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/knowledge-base/bc-buying-guides/strata-approval-request-awning-template-bc): Strata approval is often the slowest step in an exterior installation on a BC condo or townhouse. This guide walks through the process that consistently works, and includes a request letter template you can adapt.
- [How Much Do Awnings Cost in Vancouver? A Real Pricing Guide](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/knowledge-base/bc-buying-guides/awning-cost-vancouver-pricing-guide): Awning pricing varies enormously, from $3,000 to over $50,000, because the category covers so many different products. This guide explains what actually drives the cost for a Vancouver installation and gives realistic ranges for each type.
- [Winterizing Outdoor Shade Systems | A BC Checklist](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/knowledge-base/bc-buying-guides/winterizing-outdoor-shade-bc-checklist): A 30-minute fall routine significantly extends the lifespan of outdoor shade systems in BC. This checklist walks through what to do for awnings, pergolas, louvered roofs, and exterior screens before winter.

### Restaurant & Hospitality

Patio enclosures, year-round dining, and commercial-grade considerations.

- [Restaurant Patio Enclosures | Extending the BC Dining Season](https://www.fiveeighttwelve.com/knowledge-base/restaurant-hospitality/restaurant-patio-enclosures-year-round-bc): In BC, a properly designed patio enclosure can extend a restaurant's usable dining season by 4 to 6 months per year. This guide covers the component systems, code requirements, and ROI considerations for hospitality operators.


## Service area

Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, Coquitlam, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Langley, White Rock, Delta, New Westminster, Port Moody, Port Coquitlam, Maple Ridge, Victoria, Whistler, and surrounding communities throughout British Columbia, Canada.

## Contact

- Legal name: Five Eight Twelve Contracting Inc.
- Phone: 604-500-5220
- Email: projects@fiveeighttwelve.com
- Address: 2912 West Broadway #365, Vancouver, BC V6K 0E9
- Governing law for contracts and warranties: Province of British Columbia and applicable federal laws of Canada