An Awning is a roof like structure that serves as a shelter over a storefront, door, window, patio, or a deck. They basically allow the use of outdoor space shielding you from the scorching heat of the sun and from the rains. They also protect your patio furniture and provide an aesthetic appeal to your home’s exterior. It can be a permanent or a temporary structure.
DIFFERENT TYPE OF AWNING MATERIAL
ACRYLIC:
- Acrylic-coated and acrylic synthetic fabrics
- Durable
- Repels Water
- Resist fading
- Polyester fabrics coated with acrylic.
- Cotton-polyester blended with acrylic coating, or 100% acrylic fabrics.
VINYL:
- Vinyl coated awning fabric.
- It is slightly heavier than acrylic.
- It has a greater translucency, making them a better choice for illuminated or backlit awnings.
- Used in areas that are exposed to sustained high heat. Resist UV light.
METAL:
- Aluminum and steel awnings were very common in the 1950s to 1970s.
- A low-maintenance, slick surface that can be painted easily to match the surface of the house.
FIBERGLASS:
- Awnings made of fiberglass are a lighter.
- Usually molded with color in the material
- No need of repainting Options of a slightly translucent or opaque fiberglass awning.
