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All Things Retractable

Ever wanted to control the sun, rain, snow, or wind, but not the view? It may sound crazy, but with retractable awnings, purchased factory/distributor direct, you have the power to do just that. With the help of an awning supplier like RetractableAwnings.com®, you can decide when to sit in the shade, or when to soak up the rays. It’s that simple.

With retractable awnings for decks and patios, you simply extend the fabric cover to get instant shade the moment you want it. You can decide when to sit in the shade, or when to soak up the rays. It’s that simple. With our wide range of styles and colors, our made-to-measure pergolas, screens, and awnings allow you to maximize the use of your outdoor space at home or at the office.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the difference between all of the retractable patio cover and deck pergola system models you offer?

• Most models vary in appearance regarding placement of the front beam and the number of guides from front to back – either one or two.
• All models are water PROOF except for the Perugia, Naples and Milan models. These 3 models are for sun protection and not rain protection.
• Models vary in terms of the maximum projection available
• Models vary in terms of construction – either aluminum or wood framed (excluding the Perugia model)

Where is the motor located and does it add any additional width to the retractable patio and deck pergola cover system? 

• The motor on roman fold models that are motorized is always in the rear of the unit and usually located in the middle of the unit on a 3 span unit and on either the left or right side on a 2 span unit. On the Bioclimatique rotating louver roof model, the motor/actuator is either on the left or right side of the frame. For the Naples and Milan models the motors are located inside posts and are not visible. The Perugia model cannot be motorized at the present time.

Which retractable patio deck pergola cover system model is right for me?

• That depends on what type of weather you plan to have the product extended or partially extended in, where you would like to install the retractable patio deck pergola cover system, amount of wind you need the unit to handle when extended or partially extended, the size you need or want (the area you want to cover), whether you want it for sun protection only or sun and heavy rain or sun, heavy rain, hail and snow and of course your budget.

Can I use or leave my retractable patio deck pergola cover system extended during the rain or during the snow season?

• All retractable patio deck pergola cover systems from Retractableawnings.com can be used for and are designed for HEAVY rain, even hail . HEAVY rainfall is considered more than .30” (7.6mm) per hour per the American Meteorological Society. The only model that is designed for heavy rain, hail, hurricanes and snow load is our Bioclimatique louver roof system.

Can I install your retractable patio deck pergola cover system on vinyl or aluminum siding, stucco, or on masonry (common materials used for masonry are brick, concrete block, granite, glass block, marble, travertine, cast stone, limestone and cob) or a mobile home?

• All models offered by Retractableawnings.com can be installed in to any of the above. What is most important, is to use the correct type and size of fastener depending on what substrate the retractable patio deck pergola cover system is being installed in to. Retractableawnings.com provides everything needed for the product except for the fasteners. The decision on fastener type and length used is to be made locally based on the substrate being installed in to along with weather conditions and any building code requirements (if any).

Can I mount your retractable patio deck pergola cover system to my wall OR soffit / eave / overhang OR roof OR side of the rafter OR to a beam?

• Models offered by Retractableawnings.com can be attached to one or more of the following: wall, wall to wall, post to post, soffit / eave / overhang, roof, inside a pergola and side of rafter or beam. To determine the type of mounts available with a specific model, we suggest checking that particular model’s web page.