Installing an awning on your home is an excellent way to add shade and create an outdoor space you can enjoy. Custom awnings come with many features to consider, and some of them can make using the awning more convenient.

Awnings Designs

When considering custom awnings for your home, you may want to meet with an awning company to discuss available options. The awning company can come to your home and look at the area where you want the awning installed. From there, they will go over what type would fit that space, the best options for your awning, and some benefits to installing one on your patio or deck.

Custom awnings are a great way to add some usable outdoor space to your home, allowing you to be outside without sitting in the hot sun or getting caught in a rain shower. 

Retractable Awnings

One feature that many people find extremely helpful is the ability to retract their awnings when they are not in use. Retractable awnings sometimes have a manual crank on them, and other times they are electric, so all you need to do is flip a switch to extend or retract the covering.

In some cases, these awnings also use the retraction system to roll up if winds start to get too strong. The awning company can explain the features of the custom awnings like the retractable awnings and how they work. 

Electric retractable awnings may have a remote control that allows you to move the awning up or down in small amounts. This allows you to open the awning halfway to provide shade when the sun is low or open it in the middle of the day when more protection is needed. 

Colors, Fabrics, And Materials

Custom awnings typically offer canvas in different colors and designs, so finding one that fits your home's style should be easy. The canvas material may also be available in different thicknesses for added durability. 

The canvas weight on your custom awning can play a significant role in its lifespan. Check with the awning company about the canvas that comes with the custom awnings they install. You may also want to ask about replacement material, should your awning get damaged. In most cases, you can replace the canvas with a new one, but the job is often best left to a professional. Overall, having a technician from the awning company change it will ensure it is done correctly and will work the way it is supposed to.