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Patio, Window, Deck, Door Awning Fabrics

Fabrics selection is critical. The amount of shade and protection from the sun is largely determined by the type of the awning fabric.

Different fabrics have different fibers, coating and weaves, and different properties and advantages. Some are particularly water repellent (vinyl coated fabrics), while others allow better ventilation (mesh fabrics). Some are breathable and others aren’t, some (made of acrylic fabrics) are particularly fade-resistant, while others aren’t...

Fabrics are really a very important element when choosing patio, window, deck or door awnings...

Most awning fabrics are water-repellent - not exactly waterproof. But there are also fabrics that are waterproof.

Waterproof fabrics – usually made of reinforced laminated vinyl - provide full protection from rain, even in harsh conditions, while more common water-repellent fabrics just allow you protection during drizzle weather conditions or light showers.

Awning fabric colors

Fabrics come in hundreds of colors, but the light colors are usually the better for sun protection and lower temperatures (though today’s impact of color is relatively small). Obviously, the darker the color the darker the shade projected by the awning - which is important when considering patio, window, deck or door awnings.

Fire-retardant fabric awnings

There are fire-retardant fabrics, particularly pertinent on awnings for commercial sites.

Ventilation

Ventilation around the windows, patios or doors is important to avoid too hot air around them. To provide that ventilation, awnings may have openings like grommets along their top or sides.

A good awning professional can help you make the proper selection.