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Deck canopies are a perfect solution for making your time outdoors much more enjoyable as you relax in the summer months. Decking provides valuable space outside that can be enjoyed by the whole family but lefty as it is provides no form of protection from the sun so shading must be provided.

Deck canopies are available to purchase in various different styles but they are basically all designed in the same way. They consist of thick fabric that can be positioned to either cover the entire canopy or just part of it, the choice is always yours. Standard fixed canopies were the only option available at one time but now there are retractable canopies that are much more versatile, you can pull them out when more shading is required or push them back in the evenings if you wish to gaze at the stars while enjoying an evening with the family outside. The retractable canopies may sound like a more expensive option which they are but only slightly and well worth paying a few extra pennies for.

If your budget cannot cover the cost of a large canopy there is always the option of using a deck umbrella that can be placed directly next to your patio chairs or sun-loungers allowing each individual their own choice of shading. There are many companies who deal with these products and with business competition they keep there prices at a reasonable level so browse around and find the best deals.

Suppliers of Deck Canopies

• creativeshelters.com
  This US supplier is available to take orders online at all times and offers a wide range of canopies along with any accessories that you may require. They can offer small models for as little as $80 up to $160 for the larger canopies. On their webpage they also have some software that allows you to design your own canopy and this will total up the price of your design once completed.
• inside2outside.co.uk
  This company is based in the UK and has been operating since 1991. Their range of products covers domestic canopies as well as commercial ones and they are all available in a wide spectrum of designs and materials. They can even supply timber framed canopies for a more permanent structure although most of their models are built with aluminium framework. Prices are available upon quotations for the size required.
• acecanopy.com
  Ace-canopy has only been trading for 6 years in the US but has built up a catalogue of different products that should meet your needs. They are based in the US and offer canopies at sale prices intermittently through the year. They sell gazebo canopies starting at $300 for the smaller products right up to $900 for the more luxurious and stylish items.
  
  They can also offer a range of pop-up canopies making life a lot easier if you need shade quickly or take down your canopies every year until the next summer.
  
  For models that offer basic shade and are portable, prices start from $90 up to $300 for the larger shades.