Learn About Awnings and All the Benefits They Can Add to Your Home
Awnings
Awnings have been used since ancient Egyptian times. As air conditioning became a standard in homes awnings became less popular. With ever rising energy cost, ways to save money at home with a few simple changes has brought them back as a simple, inexpensive home improvement project that will save you so much money on energy cost that they will pay for themselves in a short amount of time. Energy Savings & Benefits
The Professional Awning Manufacturers Association has done a new study which shows awnings can save up to 50% on cooling cost. Awnings and shades work with the air conditioner to keep your home cooler and reduce the need for additional energy while turning up the air conditioner results in higher energy bills.
Apart from just the interior of your home Window Awnings can keep more things cool. They also protect your furnishings and hardwood floors from sun damage. More energy is lost through one square foot of glass than through an entire insulated wall so Window Awnings are quite attractive. Window Awnings will decrease your cooling energy bills and will reduce the internal temperature of your home too.
Retractable Awnings on your deck or patio can create an outdoor living space an entertainment area for your friends that will keep them cool on the hottest of summer days. With all the color choices from Sunbrella fabrics, it can turn your backyard into a “beachy” feeling oasis retreat with a retractable awning and some outdoor furniture. Sunbrella also makes upholstery fabrics that you will find on the high end outdoor furnishings. With Sunbrella’s long lasting fabrics, the awning and furniture upholstery will give you years of enjoyment. The roller binders are also quite beneficial.
Types of Awnings
There are several types of awnings you can use on your home. There are different styles for all uses around your home. You will find the higher end Sunbrella Fabric Awnings, may cost a bit more to purchase, but in the long run they last so much longer they will actually cost you less per year. Let’s take a look at the different types and styles of awnings.
Retractable Patio Awnings used to be seen only on upscale homes. Now they are more affordable and can last for years without needing any maintenance. These Retractable Awnings can be easily retracted or extended with a hand crank or motor. Motors are available with remotes and wind sensors that will retract the awning automatically in case a sudden storm comes and the awning was left extended. They are also great for outdoor entertaining and will keep any large slider or French doors shaded so your home stays cooler.
Shopping for Awnings
Buying Awnings online and installing them you can save a substantial amount of money. When shopping online for awnings, there are a lot of different price ranges and it can be confusing on which awning is the best value for your money. The best way to tell the quality of an awning is to look at the warranty that comes with the awning.
