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Awnings can transform your outdoor spaces. Whether you're looking to improve your home's curb appeal or make your business's outdoor area more welcoming, understanding what awnings are, how they work, and their benefits is the first step in deciding if they are the right product for you. Find out if purchasing a new awning from Hartley Window Coverings is in your future with the help of this blog post.
What Is an Awning?
An awning is a secondary covering attached to the exterior wall of a building. It is typically composed of canvas, acrylic cloth, or another fabric stretched tightly over the awning frames – a lightweight structure of powder coated extruded high quality aluminum.
A residential awning can help you create a functional and stylish outdoor space that you can enjoy any time of the year.
How Do Awnings Work?
Awnings enhance the style and comfort of your balcony or deck. They work by creating a shield that blocks the sun's rays and reduces heat and brightness without blocking out the natural light completely. This way you can comfortably spend more time outdoors.
Depending on the design, an awning can be fixed (non-retractable) or retractable, allowing you to adjust the amount of shade provided throughout the day. Retractable models can be operated manually with a hand crank or automatically through motorized controls, often with sensors that adjust the awning based on weather conditions.
Different Types of Awnings
Retractable Awnings
These awnings can be extended or retracted as needed. Retractable awnings can be manual or motorized and are great for patios, decks, and terraces. A retractable awning can provide shade without obstructing the gorgeous view.
You're in control of the shade – retracting and extending the awning cover whenever you please. They are perfect for homeowners who want flexibility in their shade solutions.
Motorized Awnings
These are retractable awnings equipped with electrical mechanisms that make extension and retraction effortless. They can also be equipped with wind, rain, and sun sensors to adjust themselves based on weather conditions automatically. Our collection includes a wall switch or a remote control instead of a hand crank.
Patio Awnings
Patio awnings are attached to a home's exterior and extend over patios, decks, or outdoor seating areas. They protect these areas from the sun's heat and harmful UV rays, rain, and other elements, making the space more comfortable.
If you need the perfect patio awning, look no further. Our patio awnings are available in various colors and styles that can be tailored to your preferences.
Door Awnings
As their name suggests, door awnings fit over the top of doors and entrance ways. A door awning protects doorways from the elements, reduces energy costs, and improves curb appeal. They can be placed over sliding glass doors or a regular door that leads onto your outdoor space for maximum protection.
Window Awnings
Window and door awnings are similar, except window awnings cover windows instead. Window awnings, not to be confused with awning windows, are coverings that attach to the exterior of homes or commercial buildings above the windows to shield them from the sun, rain, and unwanted weather. They are typically made from materials like fabric, metal, or polycarbonate, and come in various styles and designs to complement different architectural aesthetics.
Benefits of Awnings
Energy Efficiency
Awnings can significantly reduce air conditioning costs and keep your house cooler. This is especially beneficial during the hot summer months when sun protection is essential for you and your home.
Enhanced Comfort
Awnings make outdoor spaces more comfortable and usable, even during peak sunlight hours, by providing shade. This makes them perfect for extending living spaces outdoors. No matter the awning type, they provide protection for everyone underneath them, allowing you to sit back and relax in the fresh air without getting uncomfortable.
Customizable Style
Awnings come in a variety of styles, colors, and materials, allowing you to choose options that perfectly complement your home or business's architecture and design theme. One of the standout features of modern awnings is their customizable functionality. For example, box awnings can be round or square and are designed to protect the fabric and folding arms from the weather when retracted, ensuring your awning looks like new for years to come.You can also enhance your awning with a retractable solar screen at the end, providing extra shading and added comfort on sunny days.
Find the Perfect Awning From Hartley Window Coverings Today!
Awnings are more than just decorative elements; they are practical installations that upgrade your space's comfort, functionality, and efficiency. At Hartley Window Coverings, we offer a wide range of fabric awnings tailored to meet your needs and preferences.
Whether you're considering an awning for your home or business, understanding these essentials will help you make the best choice.
For more information or to explore our awning options and awning materials, visit our website or contact us directly. Embrace the shade and transform your space with the right awning today!
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