A deck canopy can be a practical and ornamental addition to any patio or backyard setting, providing shade as well as protection from rain. Made from metal or canvas, deck canopies are relatively easy to install in nearly any outdoor setting, capable of being up and ready to resist the elements in an afternoon. Many canopies for back decks are retractable, so that customers can adjust as needed on a bright day. Many sun canopy models can be found at home improvement stores, while others are available from direct order websites.
Shade Tree manufactures a number of deck fixtures, all fully retractable, to adapt to any size wall hanging. Their most popular model, the Capri canopy, requires no professional assistance for installation as there is no need to use wooden struts for the canopy support — it simply latches onto a side wall. The Capri is an aluminum frame, meaning that it is more durable to wind and rain damage, with a fabric overhang designed to resist more heat on bright, sunny days. The frame reaches out as far as twenty one feet with capabilities for as much as sixty feet width, creating a shaded area as large as over a thousand square feet. At two thousand dollars, the Capri is one of the more expensive models on the market, but provides some of the greatest capacity available to customers.
Not all models cost thousands of dollars, however, and plenty of canopies are available for a fraction of the cost of designs like the Capri. Retailers sell non designer models of deck canopies and awnings for considerably less than the brand name counter parts; a Target model outdoor motorized awning extends out a full ten feet with a sixteen foot width to cover all but largest back decks with only a nine hundred dollar price tag. Target’s awning is made of stainless steel to prevent weather and animal damage, using a fully automated retraction system that takes only the space of a minute to fully unfurl or collapse. The fabric overhang is protected with a Teflon covering to prevent mold, rust, or other growth. A one year warranty comes standard from Target to ensure peace of mind; delivery and professional installation is also available through the store ordering.
If you believe a deck canopy can be the solution for a great summer, consider budget options and decide on a larger or smaller size. Then check out models at local stores to choose the color scheme and installation.
July 2, 2010
Sun Canopy