Install a blind to extend your romantic getaway

The arrival of autumn doesn't necessarily mean bad weather. More and more regions in France are experiencing a beautiful Indian summer, to the point that many homeowners are looking to install an awning to enjoy romantic moments during the day. A true extension of a house, we will see that awnings offer many advantages, provided you choose the right model.

What are the advantages of installing an awning on your patio?

For individuals, an awning is a roll-down canvas whose cassette is attached to the facade of the house. Once extended, the awning becomes an extension of your home, allowing you to enjoy your outdoor space while being protected from the sun and possibly the wind.

Create a pleasant shaded area

The canvases of awnings installed by l'Expert fenêtre are treated to protect against the sun's rays, especially UV. Some models are even designed to regulate the temperature under the canvas, allowing you to enjoy a shaded and temperate area. This is ideal for taking a nap on your patio or reading a book in peace.

Protect your garden furniture

By creating an effective barrier against UV rays, the awning also protects your patio furniture. Indeed, many materials used to make garden furniture, such as wood, PVC, or resin, tend to deteriorate if left in the sun for a long time. With an awning, not only will your furniture look new longer, but its lifespan will also be extended.

An aesthetic feature

Today, awning manufacturers offer a wide variety of models with different types of canvas to add a beautiful aesthetic touch to your home's facade. If you have a modern and designer home, for example, opt for a plain, gray, black, or white canvas to bring elegance and sobriety. For an older home, you can enhance the appearance of the facade with touches of color and patterns, like those found by the sea or in the south of France.

How to choose the right patio awning?

To choose the awning best suited to your home, budget, and needs, you should consider a number of criteria:

The size of your patio and its orientation

The goal of installing an awning is to create shade. You therefore need to find a model with the right dimensions, but also with the correct inclination depending on the orientation of your patio. For a south-facing patio, for example, opt for a good inclination.

The type of canvas

Among the most common fabrics are:

• Acrylic canvas: resistant to UV and bad weather, with good thermal comfort.
• Polyester canvas: more affordable, but slightly less durable.
• Micro-perforated canvas: ideal for letting in light while blocking heat.

The type of casing

For an invisible awning and optimal protection of the canvas, the full cassette awning is ideal. The semi-cassette is a more affordable solution in terms of price with partial protection against rain and UV, but not against temperature variations. The open awning is the most economical solution, provided you have a roof overhang that protects it in winter.

The type of opening

Manual opening remains the classic option, but there are now models with remote-controlled opening or smart awnings for more comfort.

Accessories

Among the options offered by professionals are solar or wind sensors for automatic deployment, integrated LED lighting for a romantic atmosphere in the evening, or even roll-down valances to protect against low-angle sun.

Enjoy a comfortable and temperate outdoor space with an awning.