Spring is finally here with its pleasant temperatures, and the heat of summer is just around the corner. So, today I want to write about awnings and their advantages.
Let me make a bold statement: the awning, whether a balcony, drop arm, retractable or monoblock awning,is a characteristic element of buildings in Mallorca. Most buildings in Palma,or the mansions of Puerto de Andratx, orin the small houses of Sa Rapita have an awning to protect them from the sun and the heat.
Types of awnings
Given the large market this product has had for decades, it has developed quite a lot by adapting to the customer’s different needs. So, there are different types of awnings, such as:
- Balcony Awning
- Drop Arm Awning
- Monobloc Awning – Invisibles Arms
- Box Awning – Invisibles Arms
- Veranda Awning
Advantages of the awning
Outdoor awnings have multiple advantages and benefits:
- It provides shade.
- It blocks out the heat.
- It protects the inside of the home or establishment from the sun, rain, wind, etc.
- It allows the entry of light into the dwelling to be managed effectively, enabling us to save on air conditioning in summer.
- It improves performance at the workplace.
- It makes use of solar energy, reducing energy consumption and CO2 emissions.
- You do not need an architect to design an awning for your home. All you need is some good advice on the type of awning you need.
- Its lacquered finish means it can be installed outdoors, providing high durability and preventing oxidisation.
- Easy to maintain.
- Easy to install.
Types of fabric for awnings
In times gone by, awnings were manufactured with canvas type fabrics, mostly striped.
Today, we have many fabrics and still use canvas, which is the most economical, PVC fabrics, technical fabrics such as Screen, Soltis ® and Sunworker ®,which have more benefits and are more durable.
- 100% acrylic canvas, striped or in solid colours
- 100% screen printed acrylic canvases
- PVC fabrics with acrylic plotting in the middle are:
-Sun-resistant
-Fire-resistant
– Waterproof
– Paintable
-Very resistant
– Great dimensional stability
- Soltis ® fabrics, comprising a high tenacity thread with waterproof coating, that offer:
– Thermal comfort
– Eliminates the greenhouse effect
– Visual comfort
– Sun resistance
– Tear resistance
– Visibility to the outdoors
– Easy maintenance
– Recyclable
– Does not lose colour over time
- Sunworker ® fabric is a totally uniform micro-perforated fabric that:
– Eliminates the greenhouse effect
– Filters solar energy
– Is coated,which reduces the adherence of dirt and facilitates its cleaning
– Visual comfort and light protection, eliminating glareeffects and diffusing light in a harmonious manner.
– The thinness (0.37 mm thickness) of Sunworker enables it to be stored in discreet boxes, adapting perfectly to any kind of architectural environment without damaging it.
– Greater flexibility
– Fire-resistant
We advise you to have a very clear idea of your specific needs and installation conditions when choosing the type of awning you need because this will help you choose the most suitable model. If you are not sure, you can consult us with no commitment to buy by email: info@areadeluxe.com, by phone on 971 57 74 19 or in person at our showroom at polígono Son Bugadelles, Santa Ponsa, Majorca. We will be happy to assist you!
