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Awnings are home exterior devices that are generally positioned over windows or exterior doors. The main motive of awnings is to protect windows and doors from the radiant heat of sun and other weather elements. This is the reason that they are made up of metal or some type of heavy duty material. Larger versions of awnings are used to protect patio doors and posterior of the house. Awning not only provides protection but it is also an attractive way to shade your home. Here are some different types of awnings that you can choose from. Retractable Awnings: retractable awnings are fixed on a wall and you can extend them to cover a deck or a patio when required. It provides roofing to your deck or patio. You can either operate them manually or automatically as it simply depends on the quality of awning you buy. Retractable awnings are available in a large range of colors, patterns, and fabrics. Automatic Awnings: these are the most common and popular types of awnings used in the houses. The reason why they are so popular is because you can adjust them precisely by sliding up and down. The best thing about automatic awnings is that they are operated electrically and come in a range of lengths, which makes them suitable for all types of windows. Fixed Guide Awnings: these types of awnings consist of guide rails that can be permanently fixed at one place, making them visible even when the awning is fully retracted. Fixed guide awning works like a blind that easily rolls down on the guide rails. Generally, they are used on the upper storey of the house. You can operate them either electrically or manually. Verandah Awnings: Verandah awnings are used on the outside roof edge of a verandah and roofed patio or deck. You can adjust them according to the position of the sun. They can also protect you from light rain or drizzles. You have to operate them with the help of ropes and pulleys. Straight Drop Awnings: straight drop awnings are quite similar to verandah awnings if we talk about the purpose of use, but along with using it on verandas, you can also used them on patios, gazebos, pergolas and other roofed outdoor areas. They are very easy to use, as the name suggests you just have to pull it and it automatically drops down. Straight drop awnings are either geared or spring loaded like a roller blind which is used inside the house. Free standing Awnings: a free standing awning is like a tent which can be erected easily anywhere in the garden or backyard area. A high quality fabric is extended all over a frame in order to provide shade. Drop Arm Awning: in drop arm awning a concealed spring is used in the arm that extends the awning over a window to a maximum of ninety degrees. The fabric is mounted in such a way that it remains taut. You can pull the arm down as much as you want within the ninety degrees arc. You can operate them manually, but usually they come with a fitted gear box. Find out more about custom retractable window screens and awnings offered by Resolute Screens, a company providing a range of blinds, doors, screens and all the shade of awnings to give your home a classic look.
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