Buying a Retractable Awning? Here’s What You Need to Know

Do you want to extend your living space? Well, you might be wondering about the options you have to bring your outdoor living visions to life without exceeding your budget, aren’t you? What if there’s an option to expand your outdoor living space without constructing a new structure? Wouldn’t it be cost-effective? Yes, we are talking about retractable awnings Sydney.

Retractable awnings are a versatile structure that has the potential to add a dramatic effect to your property while allowing you to enjoy outdoors throughout the year, regardless of the weather condition. However, it’s essential to choose the right awnings to make the most of your shading structure. Here are a few aspects you need to consider when looking for an awning in the market:-

Material

Awnings come in different materials. Each of the materials requires different maintenance. Usually, homeowners prefer outdoor fabric and aluminium as they are durable. While aluminium has only a few colour choices, fabric awnings come in a range of colours, which you can choose from according to your home’s architectural detailing and colours. However, fabric requires frequent maintenance than aluminium. Aluminium is also durable than fabric, but they come with limited choices in terms of design and colour.

Placement of Awnings

When it comes to installing awnings, the angle/position of the awnings is often overlooked. Whether you are using the awnings in your doors, windows, or backyard, the angle is crucial. If your door or window is facing towards west or east, the size of the drop should be between 65% and 75%. A lower drop of 40 to 45% would be good for south-facing windows. If you aren’t sure, please get help from the awning supplier and installer.

Stationary or Removable

Awnings can be permanently attached to any existing structure or stand-alone and removed when needed. It’s your choice to choose among removable and stationery awnings. If you are very concerned about the damage of fabric or discolouration, opt for removable awnings. So that you can remove the awnings when not in use. If you want to cover a limited area and will be using it all day throughout the year, go for stationary awnings, as it saves time and effort of attaching and removing them frequently.

Style and Colour

You would want it to match the style and architecture of your house. Retractable roof awnings Sydney are available in a range of styles from which you can choose the one that suits your house and needs. Waterfall, dome-style, gable walkway, closed, and open sides are some of the most common style choices among homeowners.

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