If you would like more shade or protection from rain at your Connecticut home or business, you can install an awning or a canopy. People often confuse the terms or use them interchangeably. It’s important to understand the distinction so you can choose the right solution for your space.
What Is an Awning?
An awning is used to cover a large area, such as a patio or deck. It can provide shade on a sunny day, as well as protection from the rain. With an awning, you will be able to take advantage of your outdoor space, regardless of the weather. You won’t have to worry about the sun making your deck so hot that you can’t use it or having rain interrupts a gathering.
You might be relaxing on your deck in pleasant weather, but then the sun might begin to make the space too hot, or you might realize that it’s about to rain. If you have a retractable awning from Aladdin, you’ll be able to open or close it as weather conditions change. In a matter of seconds, you’ll be able to cover the area and continue to enjoy your outdoor gathering. When the weather improves, you’ll be able to retract the awning, if you so choose.
You can select a hand-crank or motorized retractable awning. We can work with you to design a custom awning in a size that suits your outdoor area and with a fabric that complements your home’s architecture and color scheme.
What Is a Canopy?
The team at Aladdin can install an aluminum or fabric canopy at your Connecticut home or business. Like an awning, a canopy provides shade and protection from rain, but a canopy covers a smaller area, such as a window or a doorway.
With a canopy, you can reduce the amount of sunlight that enters your house or business through the windows and keep the interior from getting too hot. You will be able to keep a window open and enjoy a breeze, even if it’s raining. A canopy placed above a doorway can give people a place to stay dry as they look for their keys or close their umbrellas.
Get a Quote for a Retractable Awning or a Canopy
Now that you understand the difference between an awning and a canopy, you can figure out which would be more suitable for your house or place of business. Once you have decided, contact Aladdin to discuss your goals, learn more about the options available, and get a quote.
