I am talking from personal experience. I live in a high wind country. My apartment was build in 1969.The awnings was from aluminium.

The only thing i have done was to paint it, white because the original paint was orange and i didn't liked the color.

 

Add an electric mechanism to fast roll in case of sadden storms , and you have a long lasting system to enjoy. All the other (canvas etc) has a life span of ~10 years at the most. So i am giving you the rest of the facts.

 

Sunsetter Awnings provides both manual operation and motorized awning styles.  In addition, there are many accessories that can be purchased to add more function to these awnings.

 

You can find patio awnings as fixed style awnings or retractable style awnings. The retractable patio awnings are less expensive and easier to take care of. Retractable patio awnings can also be retracted in inclement weather such as rain, snow or wind and they can be completely taken down when not in use, such as in the winter months.

Wouldn't you love to have a place to sit down and relax in the shade when it's a hundred degrees outside in the summer, or a way to keep the acorns and leaves out of your pool without having to cover it every time you get out of it? Purchase a canvas awning and enjoy it for years to come.

An awning canopy should not be allowed to get a dirt build up. To prevent this from happening, regularly sweep the awning off with a broom and rinse it down with water. 

It can be washed with a mild soap, but do not use a harsh detergent. If you wash your awning, be sure to rinse off all soap residue and allow to dry before retracting it.

Do not clean your awning canopy in temperatures over 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The heat could cause your awning canopy to crack.

Basil Cyndinar

Basil Cyndinar is a certified Technological-Engineer, with a BA in Marketing-management.

He has over 15 Years experience in industrial products, constructions, renovations and remanufacture.