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On Either Side of the World – The Quality of European and Asian Retractable Awning Lines
Retractable awnings are getting attention. From green initiatives to historical renovations to downtown retail centers, property owners are hearing that … [Read More...]
A Piece of the Puzzle – Incorporating Retractable Awnings Into Historical Renovations
Downtown areas, tree-lined neighborhoods, old main streets - every city and town is defined by the buildings in it. Older buildings, whether it's a turn … [Read More...]
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Quick Guide to Retractable Awnings
September 14, 2010 by admin · Leave a Comment
Awning manufacturers have a shorthand jargon that succinctly describes their awnings’ characteristics, quality, function, even style. Knowledge is the key to having an efficient (and enjoyable) online shopping experience for retractable awnings. These simplified common terms can help you know in advance what you’re looking at, so you know how to find what you want. more…
Making a Match With Your Ideal Retractable Awning
September 20, 2011 by admin · Leave a Comment
Retractable awnings are a powerful way to individualize a space. Retractable awnings exhibit overt style and elegance that simultaneously harmonize with the existing appearance of a home or office. Retractable awnings also bring functional benefits like extending living spaces and even saving money on energy bills. more…
Quick Guide to Retractable Awnings
December 16, 2011 by admin · Leave a Comment
Awning manufacturers have a shorthand jargon that succinctly describes their awnings’ characteristics, quality, function, even style. Knowledge is the key to having an efficient (and enjoyable) online shopping experience for retractable awnings. These simplified common terms can help you know in advance what you’re looking at, so you know how to find what you want. more…
Energy Efficiency With Retractable Awnings, Just In Time For Spring
August 29, 2010 by admin · Leave a Comment
About 90% of homeowners want to implement some kind of environmentally friendly or energy saving changes. That’s a lot of good will (and an increasing awareness of rising energy costs). However, the biggest budget priority for outdoor spending is adding a new deck or hot tub, not investing in green technology. more…
A Look at Quality – The Best Retractable Awning Fabrics and Manufacturers
April 8, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
Retractable awnings have had three major fabric categories: classic canvas, vinyl, and modern solution-dyed acrylic. Each has served a purpose, but most contemporary fabric companies focus on solution-dyed acrylic because of its impressively bright colors, light weight, and durability. Each major fabric company, now, emphasizes a slightly different characteristic of retractable awning fabrics, which opens up myriad choices for homeowners and designers. more…