Retractable Patio Awning

Some people won't consider purchasing a patio awning unless it is retractable, and understandably so. There are a number of good reasons for wanting a canvas that will easily self-stow in minutes with minimum hassle: Seasonal applications - who wants an awning in the dead of winter? Weather conditions - a hurricane grade wind can tear down a sturdy awning in minutes, but has little effect on the compact mounting and storing hardware once the canvas is withdrawn. Multiple applications - perhaps you want an awning to provide shade in the heart of summer, but would prefer some sun during the cool, pleasant springtime months.

In all these cases, a retractable patio awning provides a solution without having to spend time and effort unmounting, disassembling or otherwise removing a fully constructed non-retractable patio awning. The most convenient kind of retractable awning is of course the motorized variety, but this feature comes at a price and can be cost-prohibitive to some people. In this case, a manually retractable awning may be just the thing you're looking for. Fully retractable like their motorized counterparts, these awnings simply feature a removable, hand-powered crank that will withdraw the canopy in seconds with little effort. Without the inclusion of a motor, these units are also sleeker and more compact, simpler than electronic models that require an accessible outlet, and much more economical, all of which is in keeping with the classi spirt of awnings throughout history.

Features:

• Retractable patio awnings can include an optional, though in our opinion completely necessary hood covering that sits above the retracted awning to shield it from rain, debris and other abrasive elements. The hood is open on the bottom to ensure adequate breathability for the canvas fabric of the awning. If your canvas will be mounted with no kind of overhang for protection then a hood is a must have to ensure maximum durability. Hoods are available for both standard installation and roof mount installation.
  
  
• The choice of hardware color is another useful benefit of the retractable patio awning. Portions of the frame and mounting hardware, including the hood, can be customized in a wide selection of attractive colors to match any style of house. If no suitable color is available then there is the option of matching the awning hardware to the color of the window trim, in which case white is a popular choice.
  
  
• Retractable awnings are designed with every possibly mounting surface in mind, including an option for roof mounting. Our roof mounting brackets are formed from a thick, durable aluminum that uses stainless steel bolts. They are fully adjustable to nearly any roof angle, and are usually come included when you select the roof mount option from your chosen retractable patio awning manufacturer's checkout page.
  
  
• Selecting the color of your retractable patio awning can be one of the most exciting parts of the process, with a typical awning store providing anywhere from dozens to hundreds of possible colors, patterns and textures to choose from. Here is a small selection of some sample colors for you to peruse, to give you an idea of the available options: