Years ago, neighbors would spend time on each other’s porches, connecting with each other. And while we’re more digitally connected than ever before, many of us are missing the face-to-face contact we once enjoyed. If you’re fortunate enough to have a porch, you have this opportunity! But perhaps your porch isn’t getting all the use it could, thanks to a lack of shade and protection from inclement weather. This is where porch awnings come in handy.
Have you considered an awning for your porch but don’t know where to start? No worries – here’s what you need to know:
Porch Awnings are Attractive
Gone are the days when hard, molded plastic or vinyl were the only choices in porch awnings. They may have added shade but they certainly didn’t add to a home’s aesthetics. Nowadays, fabric awnings allow for a more attractive and customizable look. You can choose the fabric that works best for you and your home.
A Porch Awning Adds Privacy
While sitting out on the porch is enjoyable, what’s not so enjoyable is the prospect of having all eyes on you when you’d rather not. An awning, in effect, provides the best of both worlds: Spending time outdoors in the fresh air, with a degree of privacy you enjoy indoors.
Porch Awnings Can Lower Energy Costs
An awning can help keep things cooler in your home during the summer by preventing the sun’s rays from beating through the windows and raising the temperature. It also keeps things more comfortable on your porch and makes it possible for you to enjoy spending time out there. Plus, a retractable porch awning can be closed during the winter, when homeowners want the extra help from the sun in heating their home. This translates into energy savings all year long.
A Retractable Awning Allows You More Flexibility
As mentioned earlier, having a retractable awning allows for opening and closing at key times. Again, you may want to close the awning to take advantage of the sun’s warmth, or to enjoy an unobstructed view, or to protect the awning in the case of severe weather. It’s the best of both worlds.
No need to do all the research yourself – a dealer will be able to help you find the perfect porch awning to fit your unique needs and the design of your home, and can even have it installed for you. All you have to do is sit back and enjoy the beauty and comfort of your porch.
