Awnings 4U

Awnings are multi-purpose covers that have adaptable usage throughout all of the seasons. Because of this, awnings can play a large part in reducing green house gasses, as well as energy bills. Conservatory awnings can be fitted with special fabrics which are designed to produce high levels of UV stability. Certain awnings are also fitted with perforated materials that allow greater transparency of light air and water. These attributes allow the awnings to achieve high levels of energy efficiency. Powder coated aluminium framework can also be used for conservatory awnings, adding further to the heat insulation of the conservatory frame. Conservatory awnings can also be fitted with automatic thermal controls as well as sun sensors. These automatically adjust the awnings so that the climate inside the conservatory space is kept at...

With so many different caravan awnings available, choosing the right one for your mobile home can be tricky. However, its not as complicated as it seems. While there are many different awnings on the market, they can be split into two main groups, full awnings and porch awnings. Full awnings are for those who want to take full advantage of all the benefits an awning can bring. A full awning will more than double the available space in and around your caravan. Depending on the model a full caravan awning can extend the covered space by around 2 – 3 meters. Porch awnings are great if you don’t want to transport a bulky heavy awning around with you on your travels. Porch awnings are also useful for caravans that can’t equip a...

Traditional Classic Awnings These are some of the most beautiful and functional awnings available to buy. Created by hand using high quality materials, these awnings are selected for business and personal use alike, adding a functional and alluring feature to an outdoor space. Certain types of traditional awnings have been created with architectural accuracy and authentic detailing, allowing them to fit perfectly with the style and time period of the building they are adorned to. Some examples include Victorian style shop awnings, created to look attractive and designed with the shops motif and colour scheme. As well as old style cafe awnings and gazebos which enhance the dining space and make it a more enjoyable space to sit. Awnings designed to this specification are often made from the highest quality materials. Using...

When purchasing portable umbrellas for home or commercial use, making sure they have the right features is important. Not all umbrellas come with the same features, so be sure to check that the umbrella you have in mind is suited for your intentions. Here’s a list of some of the features that portable umbrellas may have. A strong portable base that will support the umbrella in all weather conditions. When maximum portability is required (for smaller umbrellas), the base frame can be installed on castor rollers with breaks. A galvanized welded steel base frame with adjustable plate assembly on all four corners to eliminate the possible un-evenness of the ground. The base frame is designed to hold standard size concrete slabs (16″ and 20″) that firmly counter-balance the structure. Galvanized or powder...

There are many types of awnings available, but their specific features can be very different. This is why it’s important to look at how the awning works so that you can buy one in confidence, knowing it will suit your home perfectly. Cassette awnings are a specific type of awning that make use of a built in cover which protects the folding arms from harsh weather. This can be great for homes that have very open gardens. However, cassette awnings are often heavier and bulkier than other awning models, so they may not be suited to a smaller garden that is already sheltered in some way from the weather. Different awnings often use different arm technology. It may sound fancy, but the fibres used in the arms of the awning can make a big...