Awnings can be attached to patios, windows, doors, decks, and walls. Awnings offer shade for outdoor areas throughout the summer and guarantee your comfort as you spend quality time with your family on the patio or deck. They shield the outdoor flooring, furniture, and carpets from sun damage. Awnings also make your home look better from the outside. But, how do you go about choosing the right awnings?
What Type Of Awning Is Right For Your Home?
The type of awning is crucial when choosing the right awnings for your home or property. Here are five of the most important factors to consider.
1. Type
The most common types of awnings are those that can be retracted and fixed in place. The ability to roll up retractable types with the push of a button grants you increased control and the assurance that you will be comfortable. You can bring it down to cover the area when the sun is too bright, or you can raise it to let in more light when you want to illuminate the room.
You can also find modern ones that automatically roll up or down in response to the sun or the wind and have sensors built into them. Patios, decks, and doors are the areas in which they shine the brightest. Some homeowners also use them on their windows, but conventional awnings are what most people opt for when covering their windows. Awnings permanently attached to a building are known as stationary awnings and are the best choice for windows. Because they are more resistant to severe weather, you won’t have to replace them as often as other materials.
2. Material
When it comes to the materials that make up a home’s exterior, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution, and different materials require varying amounts of maintenance. Two materials that are frequently utilized are outdoor fabric and aluminium. Aluminium blinds are easier to maintain than outdoor fabrics, although outdoor fabrics come in a wider range of colours. Aluminium blinds are known for their longevity. However, they do not typically provide as much design and colour customization as other types of blinds.
3. Angle
People frequently ignore the angle of an awning, even though it is crucial to its overall effectiveness. For best performance, a drop size of 65-75% is advised for windows facing east or west. The drop can be as low as 45–60% for a south-facing window because less coverage is required due to the sun’s angle.
4. Colour
The simplest approach for selecting a colour is to consider what enhances the overall design of your home or place of business. Lighter colours are typically preferred as they reflect and prevent heat and sunlight. Don’t forget to think about how your awnings will look with your decor as well! Your interior and outdoor spaces can flow beautifully together if you use complementary styles and colours.
5. Size
Your space’s dimensions and the awning’s intended use will determine how big it should be. A bigger awning gives your outdoor space greater coverage and shade, while a little awning looks nice as a decorative item.
6. Side panels
The architectural feel and aspect of awnings can be altered by adding side panels, which one may desire. In addition to allowing more coverage from one angle, these panels can be useful for providing coverage where more shade or protection is needed.
If you need assistance with residential shading, our team is ready to help. We will work with you on the awning’s aesthetics, measurements, design and install the awning for you. Please contact us for an estimate on a commercial-quality awning for your home.
