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	Home \| Designs \| Decorating \| Ideas Screen Porches \| Enclosures \| Build Mobile Home Porches \| Build Porch Roof 3 Season Porch \| Screen Porch Windows Vintage Porch Parts \| More By Dave and Mary Aluminum Porch Awning An aluminum porch awning is very popular. Awnings in general are affordable, easy to install, energy savers, and provide protection for you and your porch furniture from the weather. Aluminum is an excellent choice as compared to other metal awnings as it is less expensive, requires almost no maintenance, and comes in a variety of colors. Photo courtesy of reclark Advantages of Aluminum Awnings An aluminum awning can be attached to almost any exterior and is fixed or stationary. However, retractable models are available. Most are easy to install and can be assembled with a few tools. Some manufacturers include how-to videos. Unless you have a unique location or structural issue, installation for someone who is "handy" with tools should be able to install aluminum awnings. Aluminum porch awnings are relatively affordable due to competition in the market place Weather protection. Porch awnings will protect not only your and your family from adverse weather but also add protection for your porch furniture. You'll be able to enjoy your porch even more! Potentially save on energy. The Department of Energy advises that awnings can reduce solar heat gain by up to 65% for southern exposures and 77% for western exposures. This may also allow you to use your air conditioner less during the hot summer months. Disadvantages of Aluminum Porch Awnings Vs Fabric Awnings Aluminum and metal awnings cost more than fabric awnings (but require less maintenance and are more durable) Although you will have a choice of colors and styles, fabric awnings have considerably more options Aluminum Awning Design Options Here a few awning design options from Screen-House.com to give you some examples of what may be available. These particular awnings are made with extruded aluminum framing for longevity and durability. Sample options by Screen-House.com You May Need a Local Contractor Please remember these are do-it-yourself awning kits. However, you could hire a local contractor on your own to install the awning if you need installation assistance. You Are Here: Home / Porch Curtains / Porch Awnings / Aluminum Porch Awning Hi! We're Mary and Dave, lifelong DIYers, high school sweethearts, and we both love porches. You've come to the right place for thousands of porch ideas. Our Sponsors End Sponsors Helpful Links Enjoy shopping Amazon (affiliate link) Popular Pages What's New Join Our Newsletter Family Porch Designs Porch Ideas for Mobile Homes Build a Porch \| Small Porches Porch Columns \| Porch Railings Screened Porches Porch Curtains \| Porch Enclosures Porch Landscaping \| Vinyl Lattice Porch Decorating \| Porch Ideas Shop Navigation Aids Home \| Top of Page Site Search \| Site Map Contact Us Policies Disclosure Policy \| Privacy Policy Legal Info Please Join Us Here Also Find a Trusted Local Pro Copyright© 2008-2024 Front-Porch-Ideas-and-More.com All rights reserved. No content or photos may be reused or reproduced in any way without our express written permission. At no extra cost to you, we earn a commission by referring you to some products on merchant sites. See our disclosure policy. We, Front Porch Ideas and More, confirm, as stated on our privacy policy, that we do not sell personal information. All content here is solely for presenting ideas. We recommend consulting with a licensed, experienced contractor before you begin your project. We make no guarantees of accuracy or completeness of information on our site or any links to other websites contained here. Thank you for taking your time to stop by. See what's popular and new here.	Hi! We're Mary and Dave, lifelong DIYers, high school sweethearts, and we both love porches. You've come to the right place for thousands of porch ideas. --- Our Sponsors --- --- End Sponsors --- Our Newsletter, Front Porch Appeal Learn more! Email First Name (optional) I am at least 16 years of age. I have read and accept the privacy policy. I understand that you will use my information to send me a newsletter. Thank you for being here!
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