Awnings For High Wind Areas

Retractable awnings are made from fabric which on its own would be blown away even in minor 3 to 4 on the beaufort scale wind conditions.

Awnings for high wind areas.

There are two primary types of fabric awnings which are loose frame retractable awnings and permanently closed frame awnings. The purpose of an awning. Since they re retractable it should be an easy fix. But retractable awnings like sunsetters break in high wind or heavy rain.

Awnings are structures designed primarily for sun protection not for guarding a house against high winds. It is recommended to fold or close your retractable awning prior to high wind storms or snow to protect the canvas or fabric and frame from damage. There are retractable products like retractable roof pergolas that have been rated higher and will withstand wind speeds of 55 63 mph beaufort 10 when open and 150 mph when closed. If you live in an area with considerable wind then we highly recommend either a metal awning which can withstand wind of 80 mph.

Because of this they should generally not be left out during windy conditions. Installing awnings for patios is a convenient way to provide full shading with the least modification to the existing house or establishment. They keep us cool on our deck or patio during warm weather. Sunesta is proudly leading the industry in producing retractable awnings that can withstand high wind speeds so you can feel confident your new awning is going to stand up to even some of the strongest winds mother nature has to offer.

Retractable awnings are the best way to get on demand shade in order to enjoy the outdoors at home. We have created a full guide to metal awnings here or get a motorized retractable awnings. Motorized retractable awnings often use a wind sensor or motion sensor that automatically retracts the awning to prevent damage to the arms if the wind speed gets too high. Pergola awning first it s a pergola.

Hurricane proof awnings are a wide family of retractable awnings specifically made for patios yards lanai pergolas windows doors boat or carports sports bleachers and more. If you read about high winds in the forecast. Because of innovative design and technology however such as high strength extruded brackets and robust aluminium die cast parts mean the best awnings are capable of withstanding conditions of as high as.