subject: Shade Decks And Patios With Retractable Awnings [print this page] There are every size, shape and color of retractable awnings available for single, stand alone houses, condominiums or duplexes to cover their deck or patio. The fabrics are typically vinyl or durable materials that has an extra coating of chemicals that will help the awning stand up to water, mildew and fading.
An awning attached to the front or back of a house, over a deck, patio or porch, will ad value as well as sun protection to the dwelling. An awning that retracts back against the house will allow a homeowner to enjoy the warmer weather of early spring and the cooler conditions of the fall. Yet when the sun is hot and punishing during the late summer months, an awning could be unrolled and protect a family so they may enjoy their time outdoors.
Winter weather is particularly harsh on everything outdoors, so an awning that is made to cover a patio or deck should be taken down during the long winter months so that snow and ice to not collect on it and break the poles or rip the fabric. Many of the awnings that move from open to close are easily removed for the end of the season.
Some of the awnings that retract back up against a residence do so by turning a crank and kind of winding the awning up into a roll. Other are considered motorized awnings that will simply fold as it goes back towards the wall of the structure. Mechanical awnings have a power-drive that will do the work of pulling the awning back to the house with the touch of a button.
There are several different brands and levels of luxury an awning could provide a family. Some of them come with a small remote control device which allows the user to control the motorized awning from several feet away without having to get out in the elements to changing the awning setting.
A large amount of patterns and colors, as well as fabric choices, are available for the awnings that retract back to the house. These awnings provide the home with an additional living space which is cool and perfect for entertaining or simply relaxing and enjoying the fresh air while reading a book or the newspaper. Patio furniture or paver blocks will keep their look longer if kept covered by an awning for the sun's rays can fade these items.
A homeowner could increase the value of their investment, their house, by adding retractable awnings over patios, decks or sun porches. The defense against the elements would be helpful and the extra span of space could come in handy when hosting large parties or simply enjoying a nice time outdoors without dealing with the weather.
