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Add Street Appeal With Gorgeous Canvas Awnings

Wow factor without wow expense

Canvas awnings are not just eyeshadow for your home's windows. Although they provide a dramatic look to the exterior of your home, they are far more than just cosmetic. The functionality afforded by canvas awnings means that they are worth their weight in gold.

Preserve interior furnishings

With the addition of canvas awnings, your interior furnishings are protected from fading and becoming brittle as a result of strong UV rays penetrating the windows. When you've spent your hard earned money on sofas, drapes and carpeting, you'll want to ensure that they stay in top condition for a long time.

Better energy efficiency

Having canvas awnings affixed to windows means that rooms are provided with plenty of shade. Without excessive sunlight and heat coming in through the glass, your air conditioning doesn't have to work as hard. The Department of Energy has found that awnings can decrease solar heat gain by up to 80%. This directly results in savings off your energy bill.

Outdoor activities under the weather
Sometimes it's such a beautiful day outside, yet with showers threatening, who wants to face the possibility of having to relocate back indoors? With canvas awnings over your deck or patio, you can stay outside as long as you like. With the added protection from UV rays, heat and inclement weather, you can extend your living area beyond the doors and enjoy the fresh air and extra space. Be sure to ask your supplier about the waterproof properties of your canvas awnings. Some are water resistant, and others are waterproof. What you order will depend upon your requirements.

Pride in your home
You'd be surprised at the difference in street appeal your home will have when you install canvas awnings. They're available in a broad range of colors, styles, sizes and shapes so you're sure to find something to suit the look of your house. Some have the appearance of an umbrella, being dome shaped, whereas others are reminiscent of whitewashed buildings found all over the Greek isles. Canvas awnings often make a home look brighter and more cheery, even festive, and you'll love how your house looks, every time you approach from the street.

Privacy
Depending upon how you install your canvas awnings, they can be used for privacy. Having them installed low over windows affords discretion from the outside.

Cleaning
Some canvas awnings can be removed and washed in the home washing machine. Others simply need to be hosed and cleaned with a mild detergent and a broom once a year or so. The underside can be cleared of cobwebs and dust with a broom when required.

When to remove
It's advisable to remove canvas awnings in the event of a hurricane, and also if it's likely that snow will collect on top and weigh them down.