Awnings
Welcome to JustRightAwnings.com. Are you yearning for
an awning? Before you rush in and buy, there is a lot you can learn
that will help you understand what to look for and what will best suit
your purpose. We have gathered a variety of information here to aid
you in finding the awnings that are “just right” for you.
Whether you want them for your RV or to shield the windows
of your home, we can supply you with the information you need to make
the right choice. As you browse through this site, you will see that
we offer information on how to clean your canopies, the difference between
retractable and stationary canopies, how to pick the right style for
your home, RV, or business, and more!
JustRightAwnings.com is a purely informational site. We
do not sell any canopies or related products – so you can count
on us to provide you with completely unbiased and useful information.
We like to think of awnings as sun “visors”
for homes. Just as hats and brims keep the sun off of our faces, keep
us cooler, and prevent sun damage that could age our skin, awnings block
away the sun and keep houses and even interior decor looking younger.
They will prevent fading and keep the sun’s heat outside of your
home.
They can be as simple as a wood or steel frame construction
with a fabric covering to do the actual shielding and come in two basic
types: manual or motorized. Within those categories, there are many
different styles including retractable, canvas, Sunbrella, RV, and more.
Studies have shown that temperatures can be as much as
20 degrees less under an awning of any kind. The science of textiles
utilizing UV blockers and self-cleaning mechanisms has propelled this
technology to even greater heights.
Even a simple covering over the windows of your home can immediately
begin saving you money on air conditioning; the cover creates a layer
of dispersion between the heat and your home. As a result, less heat
builds up in the house, in most cases, significantly reducing your air
conditioning bill. Awnings over the windows of your home will also protect
your interior décor from prematurely fading.
Companies are creating and trademarking threads with UV
blockers that prevent seams from rotting and/or degenerating. Based
on the lotus plant, one company has even mastered the self-cleaning
fabric covering. Like water beading off a lotus leaf, they have applied
nature’s design to awning fabric that not only beads off water,
but the water takes dirt with it when it goes.
Fabrics used for these canopies can be resistant to moisture,
mildew, soil, and (in some cases) even fire.
A lot of which type of fabric and construction you choose will depend
on your budget for the project. Just know that even the simplest window
coverings can begin saving you money on your energy expenses, which
is good for you and good for the environment.
You have come to the right place to find an awning or
canopy that is “just right” for you and your home, business,
or RV.