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Canopies and awnings are used primarily to provide shady areas to the house or business and to protect home-owners or guests as well as customers, in the case of shops or hotels, with shady areas to relax in and enjoy fresh air. Awnings can also serve another purpose as they can also protect areas from adverse weather conditions especially during wet seasons and they do not take up any ground space as they are usually wall mounted and extend outwards when required.

When canopies and awnings first became available they traditionally comprised of a basic metal framework where fabric was stretched over and this provided adequate shade and protection but as manufacturing processes developed it allowed for a wider range of materials to be used and it was quickly realised that metal canopies could provide a more sturdy unit and unlike fabric models that tend to need regular treatment every few years , metal canopies and awnings could stand the test of time for longer periods without looking shabby so therefore less maintenance is required.

Metal canopies normally comprise of a solid framework and the covers are made from aluminium which is very lightweight and weather proof, of course this can still be painted or covered with other weatherproof materials but the strength is not undermined and for a few pennies extra you have a canopy that will last for years.

In the case of metal awnings they need to be flexible so they normally comprise of slats of aluminium that slot into the framework so that when the awning is not required they can simply be rolled back into the housing and out of sight. Even though these awnings comprise of slats they can still be purchased with logos and individual designs printed on them if a business wishes to use them for advertising purposes as well as protection so they are a product well worth thinking about.

Suppliers of Metal Awnings and Canopies

• www.cheapawnings.com
  This company can provide a vast range of meat awnings and canopies that come with galvanised frameworks to ensure a longer lifespan. They can supply door awnings that are priced from $145 for the smaller models up to £245 for the larger canopies. All of their products comes with a 5 year guarantee and the can be ordered online and if they are being purchased for private use, fitting is relatively simple.
• www.try-tech.com
  This company can supply metal awnings and rigid roofed canopies which are backed up by a professional sales team offering you the option for fitting these yourself and all prices are available when you request a quote. They have a wide range of products to choose from with various materials available to give you an even bigger selection.
• www.inside2outside.co.uk
  This company was formed in 1991 and has built up over the years earning a reputation for supplying quality awnings and canopies for commercial and public buildings. They have a range of “kwikshade” canopies that comprise of solid sheets of lightweight materials, ideal for schools etc., these are available in a variety of sizes and colours and are easy to assemble.