An awning is a covering that is fitted to the external wall of a building.

External awnings fight the problems caused by the sun as opposed to internal blinds that fight the symptoms.

The location of the awning on a building will be typically above a window or door or over a patio or verandah.

The fitting of an awning on a building is designed to control intense sun exposure that occurs both indoors and outdoors and it may also offer some protection against wind, rain and insects.

Awnings can be manufactured from a variety of materials including canvas and acrylic fabrics, plastic materials including pvc and polycarbonate and fixed awnings from aluminium.

Retractable awnings gives you the option of keeping out the best in summer and letting the sun warm your house in winter.