Traditionally employed to protect doors and windows from the elements, today’s metal awnings can also be used as a stylish way to update the look of your house. Rigid, strong awnings can help protect your home from the most brutal elements.
Awnings provide shade which shields doors and windows from harsh sunlight.They can also decrease energy bills by providing an astonishing level of protection from sunlight indoors. Positioning these awnings in specific, well-planned areas of homes has been proven to lower solar heat gain by as much as 70 percent.
Satisfied awning users have also reported that temperatures in some of their rooms have decreased by as much as 15 degrees with properly positioned awnings. Awnings also protect windows from excessive rain and can provide a barrier against very strong winds. In cold climates, they can help homeowners avoid snow shedding by deflecting snow away from the front porch.
Awnings can be installed in traditional homes as well as mobile homes to provide an instant update and boost these types of protection. It is even possible to use very large awnings or a do it yourself cover kit to convert a small patio, balcony, or deck into a covered outdoor patio. (more…)