“Beyond just adding aesthetic value to your home, awnings are a great way to make your outdoor space more functional,” says awnings professional, Michelle Sahlin. “People want to spend more time outdoors on their decks and patios. There’s a big trend in home improvement to create products and spaces that extend the amount of time you can spend outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.”
Awnings Can Expand Your Outdoor Living Space & Offer An Economical Alternative to a Home Addition
Considering an addition to your home?
Consider a canopy over your deck or a patio. Both offer a long-term solution to needed space at a lower cost. (For more on awnings and canopies – Click Here.)
Your deck will be shaded from the hot sunrays and, depending on the awning fabric, provide outdoor protection for your entire family on a rainy day.
Outdoor living rooms- perfect for entertaining or relaxing –
Many home owners are realizing that a fixed awning or canopy creates an elegant, upscale outdoor living room; perfect for entertaining guests or simply relaxing with the family.
Retractable Awnings - Offer a Variety of Great Features!
With the push of a button, a retractable awning creates an instantly cool and relaxing haven from the sun's rays. In addition, retractables are extremely user-friendly.
Depending on your budget and your needs, you can choose awnings with manual or automatic, remote or sensor-activated controls that allow them to be extended or retracted.
Sensor-controlled awnings feature wind and sun sensors that will automatically retract or extend the awning - even if you're not home.