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Benefits of Motorized Retractable Awnings
Your outdoor area can offer a place of tranquility. A place where you can breathe fresh air, enjoy a scenic view and relax in a comforting and inviting space. Why not enjoy this special place through rain or shine? Having protective shade makes all the difference!
Retractable awnings protect and add value to your property, while bringing style and color to your home's windows, doorways & outdoor living spaces.
At SPF Screens & Awnings, we're the leading manufacturer and installer of custom-manufactured motorized retractable awnings. Simply discuss your preferences with our team. We'll be happy to show you a range of samples and offer expert advice to enhance your outdoor spaces for many years to come.
What is an Awning?
An awning is a structure made of fabric and a frame that provides shade and shelter from the weather. Awnings are typically attached to the exterior of a building over a window, door or patio.
The main purpose of an awning is to provide shade and protection from the sun and precipitation. Awnings create covered outdoor living spaces and help control temperatures indoors and outdoors. They provide shade that helps keep patios, decks, windows and entryways cooler and prevent glare and heat gain inside the home or building
Parts Of Our Retractable Awnings
An awning is a structure made of fabric and a frame that provides shade and shelter from the weather. Awnings are typically attached to the exterior of a building over a window, door or patio.
The main purpose of an awning is to provide shade and protection from the sun and precipitation. Awnings create covered outdoor living spaces and help control temperatures indoors and outdoors. They provide shade that helps keep patios, decks, windows and entryways cooler and prevent glare and heat gain inside the home or building
Brackets
Awning brackets attach the awning frame securely to a wall or ceiling. These brackets provide a mounted base for the retractable mechanism to operate and the housing to be installed. Our brackets are made of durable materials to allow smooth extension and retraction.
Canvas
The awning canvas provides the actual fabric cover that creates shade.Our awning canvas is made of weather-resistant, UV-protectant Sunbrella Fabric. The quality can’t be beat! SPF awning canvas is durable, fade-resistant, and mold-resistant.
Lights
All of our awnings come equipped with lights to provide illumination at night. Our awning lights are located along the underside of the canopy so you can spend time in your shaded oasis long into the evening after the sun has set.
Frame
The awning frame provides the strong support structure for the fabric cover and retractable mechanism. Our awning frames are made with an extruded, powder-coated aluminum that won’t rust for maximum durability. The frame allows the awning to be mounted and provides stability when you open and close the mechanism.Â
Front Bar
An awning front bar, also called a roller bar, is a horizontal bar at the front edge of the awning that holds the canvas taut when extended. Front bars have articulating joints to allow for pitch adjustment. Our front bars are rust resistant and stabilize the fabric so you never have to worry about a droopy awning.
Cassette Housing
The awning cassette is the protective hood or casing that the awning's roll-up fabric retracts into. Our quality cassette housings are made of aluminum and keep the fabric protected from elements when not in use, which ensures your awning stays in great shape for years to come. Typically retractable awnings come with open, semi-cassette, or full cassette housing. At SPF, all of our awnings come with full integrated cassettes. This offers the highest level of protection, which is a major factor in the longevity of your retractable awning.
Motor
The awning cassette is the protective hood or casing that the awning's roll-up fabric retracts into. Our quality cassette housings are made of aluminum and keep the fabric protected from elements when not in use, which ensures your awning stays in great shape for years to come. Typically retractable awnings come with open, semi-cassette, or full cassette housing. At SPF, all of our awnings come with full integrated cassettes. This offers the highest level of protection, which is a major factor in the longevity of your retractable awning.
SPF Screens & Awnings Offer the Most Standard Features in the Industry
An awning is a structure made of fabric and a frame that provides shade and shelter from the weather. Awnings are typically attached to the exterior of a building over a window, door or patio.
The main purpose of an awning is to provide shade and protection from the sun and precipitation. Awnings create covered outdoor living spaces and help control temperatures indoors and outdoors. They provide shade that helps keep patios, decks, windows and entryways cooler and prevent glare and heat gain inside the home or building
Fabric Colors
We offer a variety of models and canvas colors. You can see some of our fabric samples here.
2023 Fabrics by Sunbrella
Blues
Red / Browns
Greens
Black / Grey
Frame Colors
We also have several different frame colors so you can choose the right option for your home and yard.
What to Consider When Choosing an Awning
Before you get your own motorized retractable awning installed, you’ll need to pick the right one for you and your family. Our goal is to make the process as simple and streamlined as possible, which is why we recommend weighing the following factors as you make your selection:Â
Use
We offer electric awnings for a wide variety of different use cases. We’ll help you choose and set up your awning to ensure that it meets your needs.Â
Awnings for Homes
Retractable awnings for homes provide shade and protection from the sun's rays. They’re a great way to instantly upgrade your residence: home awnings come in handy for creating an outdoor living space.Â
Automatic retractable awnings for homes allow you to extend the awning when you want shade and retract it when you don't. This type of awning for homes gives you control over when you want cover. These are a versatile way to provide shade and they can help cool your house and patio by blocking sunlight and heat.
Awnings for Patios
Patios are great for outdoor living, but you'll want shade from the hot sun. Patio retractable awnings are perfect for providing cover over patio spaces. Retractable awnings for patios allow you to extend shade when you want it and retract the awning when shade is not needed.Â
This type of awning for patio areas gives you control over sunlight and cooling. The ability to customize the amount of shade is what makes retractable patio awnings so useful.
Awnings for Decks
Who doesn’t love relaxing outside on the deck on a nice day? Retractable awnings for decks make lounging even more enjoyable. They provide cover that can be extended or retracted as needed. Deck retractable awnings are perfect for shading deck spaces used for dining, entertaining, or spending time with family.Â
The ability to retract deck awnings when not needed gives you full use of your outside area without permanent shade structures getting in the way. Deck awnings retract into a protective cover that provides the versatility of shade when you want it and open space when you don't.
Awnings for Windows
Awnings are a great solution for shading your home. They provide cover over windows to help reduce heat gain and glare. Awnings for windows can be installed above windows to create shade. This allows natural light to enter but blocks direct sunlight.Â
Window awnings come in handy on sun-facing windows that get a lot of daylight sun exposure and they’re a great way to provide external coverage. Retractable window awnings can provide customizable shade for window protection during peak sun hours.
An awning over an exterior door is a great way to provide shade. Awnings for doors create covered entryways at doorways and add a polished touch to a residence. Imagine coming home to a front door awning!Â
Front door awnings allow you to have shade and stay dry while finding keys or saying goodbye to guests. They can provide customizable cover that extends when needed. Awnings over doors create a welcoming shaded entry that adds curb appeal and functionality.
Normally these types of awnings are fixed awnings, but if you’re interested in a retractable awning solution for your home, please contact us.
Awnings for Pergolas
Adding an awning to a pergola is a great way to provide versatile shade over an outdoor structure. Awnings for pergolas allow you to create covered outdoor living spaces. Retractable awnings can be installed on pergolas to control the amount of shade underneath. This allows you to block sunlight and heat when desired while still enjoying open views when retracted.Â
Pergola awnings come in handy for providing shelter over outdoor dining spaces, sitting areas, or gardens. The filtration of sunlight from a pergola awning creates comfortable shade for relaxation and entertaining.Â
While we can’t attach an awning directly to a pergola because of its weight, we can install a retractable awning on your home so that it extends out over your pergola.
Residential Awnings
Awnings are an excellent addition to residential homes, providing shade and protection from sunlight and heat. Residential awnings are commonly installed over entryways, windows, patios, and decks.Â
A home awning creates shaded spaces for outdoor living and recreation. Residential awnings help reduce cooling costs by blocking sunlight and radiant heat. An awning residential increases comfort and enjoyment of outdoor areas. Awnings add aesthetic curb appeal to houses with options like decorative valances and framing. A high-quality residential awning enhances functionality and style.
Commercial Awnings
For businesses and retail spaces, commercial awnings are extremely useful. Commercial awnings provide shade for building exteriors, storefronts, restaurants, and more. Business awnings are commonly installed over entryways, store windows, patio seating, and walkways. Commercial awnings allow temperature control by blocking sunlight and radiant heat gain.Â
For restaurants and cafes, retractable patio awnings create comfortable outdoor dining areas. Commercial building awnings can increase sign visibility and attract foot traffic. Branded business logos and signage can be incorporated into commercial awning designs. Durable commercial-grade awning fabrics withstand wear from patrons and the elements.
Size
When choosing an awning, one important factor to consider is the size you need. Determining the right size retractable awning for your space ensures the cover will be suited to providing customized shade. Make sure you measure the space where you want to have your awning, and consider other factors like clearance.Â
Small Retractable Awning
Small awnings are an excellent choice for shading smaller areas. Compact retractable awnings can cover spaces like windows, doors, and small patios or decks. The smaller size makes them perfect for providing shade over entryways or covering delicate areas like greenhouses or solariums.Â
Small retractable awnings allow you to get protection from the sun with a minimalistic style. Despite their compact size, small motorized retractable awnings still offer customizable shade you can control.
Large Retractable Awning
For shading bigger outdoor living areas, large awnings are a great option. Large motorized retractable awnings can cover larger patios, decks, pergolas, and outdoor dining spaces. The bigger coverage of large retractable awnings allows you to shade a greater area for sun protection and heat relief.Â
Despite the sizable coverage, large electric awnings still allow you to customize shade. Extend the awning for shade when entertaining or during peak sun, and retract it when you want open views or less cover. Large motorized awnings deliver ample coverage with the versatility of adjustable shade.
Custom Retractable Awning
For unique shade needs, custom electric motorized retractable awnings provide a tailored solution. Custom retractable awnings are designed and sized specifically for your space. Customization allows the awning to be configured for optimal coverage, functionality, and aesthetics for your area.Â
From shape to fabric selection, customized automatic awnings let you pick the specifications you want. With customization, you can get an awning suited for your exact requirements. These motorized awnings deliver specialized shade perfectly fitted for any space.
Type of Awning
When people first start looking into purchasing an awning, they find that there are a lot of questions that come with the process! Manual or motorized awning? Canvas or a metal awning? Folding awning or canopy awning?
Canvas Awnings Vs Metal Awnings
When choosing an awning, two popular options are canvas and metal. Canvas awnings feature fabric canopy covers, while metal awnings have covers made of aluminum or steel. While they're durable, metal awnings are noisy and usually fixed. Canvas fabric awnings offer more flexibility and add more beauty to your home.
Manual Retractable Awnings Vs Motorized Retractable Awnings
One of the first decisions you'll need to make is if you want a manual awning or motorized electric automatic awning. A retractable manual awning requires you to open and close it yourself with a pulley or crank. With an electric patio awning, you can unfurl and retract it with the included wireless remote.
Some of the most common manual retractable awning problems we hear about are that the pulley systems are difficult to handle, the cords or chains get tangled, and that they require a lot of physical effort when all you want to do is relax outside.
We've found that an electric awning is usually the best choice for your deck and patio since it's much easier to operate.
Awning Installation Process
Worried because you don’t know how to install retractable awning? If you've been googling "how to install a retractable awning" and aren't sure you have the tools to do so, don't worry about it! You don't need to worry about looking for "awning installation near me" either: we'll send a member of our team out to install your awning so you don't have to worry about it!Â
We have the best awning installation team who will take care of the process from start to finish so you can start enjoying your commercial or residential retractable awning right away! If you pair your awning with a retractable screen, they can handle that setup too.
