Retractable Garage Awning

Retractable garage awnings can be made of various materials, just like retractable patio awnings. Depending on the vendor and company you choose to purchase from, you can see a difference in the production materials of the frame and the cover. However, always remember to invest your money in high-quality materials from SBF INTERIORS AND OUTDOOR SOLUTIONS LIMITED that come with a long warranty on the frame, fabric and motor and have engineering certifications.

In general, it’s preferable to choose a retractable awning for your garage made of sturdy and strong yet lightweight materials such as 6063 aluminum and solution-dyed acrylic fabric and motors that are UL listed and made in Europe.

For example, breathable, long-lasting solution-dyed acrylic fabrics are the perfect choice for shade and to avoid overheating in the blazing hot sun, but they are not suitable for harsh conditions such as snowfall or heavy rain when used on a retractable awning.

What are their pros and cons?

The benefits of a retractable awning installation over garage doors are plenty. First, you can control them in various ways depending on their operating mechanism – manually, or motorized via remote control, a wall switch or an app on your smartphone or tablet. 

They are the perfect addition to your home and garage building, providing sufficient shade and light rain protection to your outdoor area.

With retractable awnings, you don’t need to build a permanent structure for your outdoor living space to expand your garage area. You can host your guests and provide parking space for their cars where they’ll be protected from the elements.

If you don’t need additional parking space, you can use the outdoor area under the garage awning for other purposes, such as hosting a barbeque or working on crafts. Sun-burning and excessive heat won’t be a reason to cancel your plans.

A retractable awning over your garage door is a simple and effective way to beautify your property and create an outdoor area that everybody will want to return to. You can choose from hundreds of fabric colors, patterns and valance styles to enhance your property’s appearance.