AWNING OR CANOPY STYLE  |
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STYLE DESCRIPTION |
SAMPLE PHOTOS |
A-frame
Canopy
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Commercial |
The straight lines and angles of the A-frame canopy complement modern designs. The front face lends itself naturally to the placement of graphics for strong branding.
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Concave
Awning
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Commercial
& Residential |
Most typically used over windows or doors, the concave design is characterized by the inward curvature of the front panel. The side panels can be covered with fabric for a completely shaded enclosure, or left open, leaving the front panel supported by decorative poles.
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Convex
Awning
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Commercial |
The frame of a convex awning is similar to a square awning with the flat side panels, but is characterized by a curved front panel, constructed from a series of parallel bows in the shape of a convex curve. It produces a radius shape with flat ends. It is often used over a small entryway or door. It is also conducive to turning corners, making it ideal to shade storefront windows as well as the sidewalk.
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Dome
Awning
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Commercial
& Residential
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A dome-shaped awning is typically found over small entryways and windows and can be used in archways. The quarter-sphere shape provides similar protection from the sun and rain from all angles.
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Elongated Dome
Awning
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Commercial |
Similar to the dome-shaped frame, this style works best for long windows or entryways that require a dome awning. The elongated dome can be used on a flat surface or can curve to cover a corner entry or windows.
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Flat Metal
Canopy
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Commercial
& Residential
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Flat metal canopies are ideal for providing protection from the elements when travelling from building to building. They can often be found at schools, churches and community centers.
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Marquee Entrance
Canopy
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Commercial |
Marquee entrance canopies are often used as drive-under canopies, which can offer considerable cost savings compared to more permanently constructed drive-under structures.
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Retractable
Awning
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Residential |
Most typically used over patios and decks, the retractable awning can be extended and retracted to provide shelter when necessary and allow sunlight when desired. It includes a manual cranking system or two variations of electric control systems; one functions at the push of a button and the other can be controlled by sun, wind and rain sensors to adjust when you’re not at home.
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Square
Awning
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Commercial
& Residential |
The square awning is comprised of a down-slanting front panel wth or without two side panels or ends. It can be used over smaller areas like windows and entryways. This is the most common residential and commercial awning.
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Standing Seam
Awning or Canopy
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Commercial
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This style – available as either an awning or canopy – offers the popular look of a standing seam roof. The name “standing seam” comes from the type of turned-up seam between adjacent sheets of metal. Standing seam has a 20- to 30-year average lifespan.
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Stationary
Canopy
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Commercial
& Residential
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Stationary canopies can cover large areas and are often used to cover residential patios/decks and outdoor seating at restaurants. Unlike an awning, canopies are supported by not less than one stanchion at the outer end, as well as the building to which it is attached. Like an awning, it is made of fabric and can provide the same benefits and aesthetics as an awning.
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Venetian
Awning
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Residential
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Venetian awnings (sideless awnings) are adjustable to the angle of the sun, but since they don't have sides, they may be less effective at blocking sunlight. Consider awnings with sides for areas of your business or home that get more sun exposure.
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