If you’re thinking about work you can have done to your house or yard, you may come across recommendations to install awnings. Awnings can certainly make your home look more aesthetically pleasing, but is that all they do? What is the purpose of awnings? Here’s what you need to know about them and what they do.

What Are Awnings?

Awnings are roof-like structures attached to buildings, usually over a window, door, or above a sidewalk, though there are ones for patios and the like too. There are even freestanding awnings you can install in your yard!

What Are Awnings Made Of?

They’re usually made of some kind of fabric, such as a canvas made of cotton, polyester, or acrylic, stretched over a framing that can be steel, wood, aluminum, or another material sturdy enough to make a reliable, light structure. There are also awnings made of wood and metal and the like, too. They can be made to be retractable, so you can decide whether or not you want them out.  

What Do Awnings Do?

Awnings have multiple purposes. They can extend your roof, offering additional protection from weather to your home. They provide shade and shelter against the elements. Patio, freestanding, and other outdoor type awnings create another living space in your yard because of that shelter and shade. They also improve the overall look and value of your home. Retractable awnings can be extended out whenever wind or rain threatens to protect your outdoor furniture, windows, and doors.

Different Types of Awnings

There are multiple different types of awnings. There are your window and door awnings, but that’s not all. There are also patio, freestanding, carport, and other types of awnings.

• Window and door awnings are the ones that extend over your windows and doors. They generally fit over the top of them.
• Patio awnings go over your patio, made for enhancing an outdoor living space, and can be freestanding.
• Carport awnings are built to protect cars and other vehicles from the weather.

These, among others, ensure that if you’re thinking about adding awnings to your home or business, you can select the right types for you.

What Are The Benefits Of Awnings?

There are many benefits to awnings. One key benefit to awnings is in their very purpose – a means of shelter, protection, and shade. Window awnings shield your windows from rain, hail, and other elements that could cause you needing to get more frequent window repairs. Patio, pergola, and freestanding awnings, in addition to the other types, give a means of shelter from the sun and other weather. Because they’re a source of coverage, they also keep your patio furniture from fading as quickly.

Awnings don’t just protect the outside of your home – they protect the inside of it too. Because they extend out over windows and doorways, they block elements from getting into your house. This makes a cooler home in the summer, and a cleaner home in storm seasons.

Because awnings protect against the elements, they also create a more livable environment. In the heat of summer, people often don’t want to be outside in the blistering sun. Awnings give relief and a space to be outside in the shade. Since they shield from the weather, they make it easier to sit around a firepit, have a barbeque, or simply spend quality time with others outside.

Awnings also increase your home value. They don’t just have good functions – they look good too. Both for aesthetics and for the multitude of ways they can be utilized, they bring up the value of your property.

Can You Install Awnings?

If your home didn’t come with awnings, you may be wondering if you can have them installed. And yes, you can! Because of their structure, awnings can be added to spaces without them. If you want to install awnings, all you have to do is contact a professional, discuss what you would like done, and they can do it for you.

Questions About Awnings?

Here at Kool Breeze Inc, we specialize in high-quality awnings. We can help you with your awning needs. Kool Breeze also provides a range of services from awnings, to windows, and even sells grills for your barbeques! If you have any questions about awnings, would like to have them installed, or wish to know about any of our other services, please contact us.