Roll Up Awnings

If you live in a east or west facing home and you like to enjoy relaxing on your porch, deck or patio, then you know doubt have experienced what it is like to be blinded by the rising or setting sun.  Or perhaps if it isn’t the sun that sometimes gets in the way, its the weather.  I know I personally enjoy watching rainstorms but not if I’m getting soaked!  The good news is that others with some manufacturing ambition have gone through similar situations and decided to do something to help the rest of us.  They decided to make roll up awnings to help address our needs.

Roll Up Awnings For RV Owners

It should also be briefly mentioned that roll up awnings are also very popular solutions for RV owners.  This is because the can be attached to the top of the camper and used only when needed.  While not the focus of this article exactly, in principal the sun awnings do act in very similar functions.  It will provide shade to the RV to help keep temperatures down inside and for those occasions where you want to enjoy the outside, using the awning will keep you cool in the shade.   As if that were not enough, some RV awnings can convert into what is called a screen room, which is where you secure a net lining from the awning to the ground, which will add another room to the RV for additional guests or the evenings you prefer to sleep outside.

So, back to our original discussion about roll up awnings for your patio…aka  patio awnings.  Along with providing shade to keep the temperatures inside of your home cooler, installing roll up awnings will add curb appeal and value to your home.  The vibrant colors of the awnings enhance the decorative features of the home, as well as providing more space to any patio.  I’ve have a friend who has a covered patio, however with the way their house is sitting, at a certain hour of the day the sun shines directly into their kitchen and living room and it can get quite hot.  They installed a motorized roll up awning to their patio cover to block the sun.  It is a much better solution to a permanent awning because it can be adjusted.

The awnings come in a variety of colors and sizes to choose from so selecting one that will match the exterior of your home, motor home or RV will be easy.

Pay Attention To These Details For Your Roll Up Awnings

Here is a list of a few things to think about when purchasing your awning for home:

Mechanical or Manual: They both have their pros and cons.  Mechanical is clearly much easier to operate, however they can be a little more expensive and may require maintenance.  Manual is cheaper and requires little to no maintenance, however as we get older or even if we sustain an injury, rolling the awning may be difficult.

Installation: Either type of awning can be installed by you or a professional.   However, it may be safer to have a mechanical awning installed by a professional.    If your awning comes with a warranty it may be required that it is professionally installed.

Type of Awning: The two most common types of roll up awnings are aluminum or cloth.  Aluminum is going to be very sturdy and will last longer in the elements.  Aluminum is best suited for windows, patios, and entrance ways as they will last longer.  Cloth awnings are most often used in the RV and motor home industry, although you will see them on some houses.  They are durable and come in a wider variety of styles and colors, but will require more maintenance over the aluminum awning.

In conclusin, installing a roll up awning on your home or RV is a great way to reduce the amount of direct sunlight entering your home.  They will protect your windows and entrance ways from whatever Mother Nature sends your way, which will keep the exterior of your home looking great.   With a little online research you are sure to find a size and style of the many available roll up awnings that are available that will fit your needs perfectly.