Retractable Awnings Help Cool Your Patio
Retractable awnings are simple additions to your home that provide additional shade to your deck area. Makers of retractable awnings design not only basic but advanced awnings which now come in lots of colors and patterns. Whats more, motorized retractable awnings allow you to control your awning via remote control.
Retractable awnings like this can be expanded and closed at a simple remote control device. Because they are powered by a small electrical engine, you don't have to manually crank open the awning each time. Since they come in many sizes, even picky homeowners can probably find the right model to cover your deck or patio area.
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 New 12'x10' Retractable Awning Canopy Sunbrela Fabric  US $295.00
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 RETRACTABLE AWNING 5' X 6.5' MANUAL 1.5M X 2M MODEL 2A US $149.00
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 14FT Motorized Retractable Awning by SunSetter Awnings! US $1,138.00 |
 18FT Motorized Retractable Awning by SunSetter Awnings! US $1,325.00 |
 12FT Motorized Retractable Awning by SunSetter Awnings! US $997.00 |
 16FT Motorized Retractable Awning by SunSetter Awnings! US $1,217.00 |
On the other hand, manually powered awnings do the same job as a motorized awning, and will save you some money in the meantime. How? These awnings cost less to manufacture, and because they don't have a motor, they cost less to the customer. That means more work for the homeowner, who then has to open and close the awning with a hand crank. But if there is no need to retract the awning on a regular basis, this option may work out well for you.
Motorized retractable awnings are sold at stores like Wal-Mart, Target and Lowes. While the price is usually good at these retailers, your choice of color and pattern are usually limited. Consider a different approach if you are looking for something special is to search out an awning dealer, or even deal direct with the manufacturer.
When shopping for a custom motorized retractable awning, there are a few names that are well known for their product. Probably the name that is the most well known is the Sunsetter brand, with Sunbrella and Durasol being two other well known names. All of these manufacturers offer quality awnings at a fair price. Variety is what the manufacturers want to offer the consumer, and they meet this need by offering several color and patter choices.
So consider making your deck a cooler place to relax with the ones you love. A retractable awning may be your ticket to a more comfortable patio area. When you add an awning, homeowners can beautify your deck with the design or color that matches your house.
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June 29 2009 01:02 pm | Reader Articles
