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by Jeff Buckley, Jef

For many years now, patio awnings have become the top way for homeowners to change up the appearance of their back yard, and at the same time reap some benefit from the change. Awnings of course give those who live in the house extra shade from the sun or a place to hang out during that cool summer rain storm.

At the same time, UV protection in today's world is another concern, and it helps in this way too.
Reaping all the benefits from an awning installation has really made this back yard enhancement popular. Great varieties of color and design are sprouting up as you take a peek into your neighbor's yard.

First things first, however, before you make a split second decision on buying that new awning for your own comfort. Do you need something permanent or something with a little more flexibility, a retractable awning perhaps?

The retractable version is far and away the first choice among those who have already made the upgrade. Why? There are several reasons, but first and foremost is that they plain look better. Style is always a consideration, and the good look of the retractable awning has really made it a favorite. Add to that the option of pulling the awning back, or retracting it when not in use, and you have a double play combination that can't be beat.

Everyone want options in today's complex world, and the choice to have your new awning fully retracted or fully extended is what makes installing the awning in the first place so appealing. Maybe your wife wants to get a tan, so she can just hit the control button and voila, back goes the awning and she can lie out and enjoy the hot sun.

On the other hand, there are always those days when it is just so hot, you can't even bear to be in the direct sun. Yet you don't want to hide out in the house all day, so extend that awning and you won't melt during the dog days of summer.

Finally you must decide whether a motorized or a manual awning will do the trick. Both will protect your patio the same, just a little extra legwork involved in with the manual method, as a simple hand crank controls the awning. Less work means more time to relax, so most people today go for the motorized option, even though it costs a little more.

So, if you are looking for a patio awning, retractable awnings are your best choice, as the offer plenty of shade in the summer, and tons of flexibility.

Shade structures for schools, churches, daycares and public areas are increasingly become one of the hottest products on the market to stay cool. It's only been in the past ten years that we've seen advances in the durability of fabric, the flexibility of designs and the affordability for these shade structures that many cannot do without. Now is the time to invest in a quality product that some manufacturers are guaranteeing for at least ten years. If you are looking to have a shade structure installed for commercial use, there are two main categories of shade structures to choose from: the traditional steel roof and the newly designed fabric canopy shelters.

Steel roof: This is the kind of structure that is ideal for something as small as community parks or as large as an equestrian center. Steel roof shade structures are built to last and that's just what they do. Given the right environment there is really no telling when or if these structures will be destructible - that is the real benefit. With this structure you will have a larger expense, and it may provide a place for pigeons and other undesirable birds to nest which may be cute for a little while but not so great if you are around them every day. This is really the only disadvantage next to the higher cost of repairs (if needed) but other than that, steel roof shade shelters are a solid piece of equipment that can provide a community with generations of shade and protection.

Fabric canopy: These shade structures are becoming more prevalent since they have become more affordable and better designed. There are three primary designs to choose from when in the market for a good commercial shade structure:

The first is the stretched-fabric canopy, which has been around the longest but has not held up well to the elements of weather and sun damage. The estimated lifespan for one of these fabric shades structures is roughly 2-3 years; at the end of that time, it will most likely need to be replaced because it simply will not be safe and will no longer serve its original purpose. This design has been rendered obsolete and is rarely used in the construction of new projects.

The second type of fabric canopy shade structure is the nylon-tension-cable design. In these shade structures a stronger nylon fabric?the new standard in this industry'is stretched over a powder-coated steel skeleton, then anchored into place with a system of cables and bolts. At this point, the designers have created two major problems: the cable system will eventually wear away at both the nylon fabric and the powder-coated steel, which makes durability low and lifespan brief. The second problem with this shade structure is that it has been made very stationery and cumbersome to dismantle, if necessary in the event of extreme winds or heavy weather.

The third type of fabric canopy is similar to the one above, but it is the next generation of shade structures. This new design has eliminated the defects of the previous structure, allowing for a durable product that is user-friendly. The secret is the patent-pending glide elbow which hooks onto a specially designed corner piece that the fabric has been woven around. The fabric protects again 99% of UV rays and has an 80% rate of water repellency, along with a warranty for 10 YEARS! This is the best investment for commercial shade structures available that will keep your community cool at an affordable expense.

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