{"id":4719,"date":"2020-09-23T15:27:49","date_gmt":"2020-09-23T15:27:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/covered-patio.titanwms.com\/?p=559"},"modified":"2020-09-23T15:27:49","modified_gmt":"2020-09-23T15:27:49","slug":"fixed-fabric-awnings-vs-fixed-aluminum-awnings-whats-best-for-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thecoveredpatio.com\/alabama\/fixed-fabric-awnings-vs-fixed-aluminum-awnings-whats-best-for-you\/","title":{"rendered":"Fixed Fabric Awnings vs Fixed Aluminum Awnings: What&#8217;s Best For You?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are unsure what to choose between fixed fabric or fixed aluminum awnings, then stick around. We\u2019re going to do a quick comparison of the two and give you a good idea of what to choose. Your choice may be dependent upon some personal preferences you may have.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No matter which one you choose, one thing is for sure: awnings keep you cool and make your patio stand out better than ever. If you are looking to upgrade your patio with the perfect awning, then you\u2019re probably faced with a difficult choice. To help make it easier on you, let\u2019s explain what each type of awning is and compare how they stack up against each other:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Are Fixed Fabric Awnings?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A fixed fabric awning includes a metal frame, durable fabric, or a slat cover made from aluminum. Fixed awnings are attached in a fixed position (hence the name) over a doorway or window. The benefits of these types of awnings are pretty impressive, so here\u2019s what to expect:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They are sturdy and stay in place most of the time<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are plenty of styles like dome-shaped, concave, quarter round, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perfect for residential patios and doorways, but great for commercial buildings<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comes in a wide variety of sizes and widths.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fabric comes in plenty of colors and designs<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Are Fixed Aluminium Awings?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As mentioned before, fixed awnings also come with a slat cover made from aluminum. Like their fabric counterparts, these awnings are fixed above a doorway or window. The only difference is that aluminum wins out in the battle in the durability department versus fabric.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another thing where it beats fabric is how it handles the weather. Obviously, when precipitation is in the area, fabric can easily get wet and will be hard to dry. With aluminum awnings, they are resistant to rain or snow (and therefore does a good job weatherwise).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, the one major downside to fixed aluminum awnings is the price tag. If you have the extra cash, then you should have no trouble choosing these types of awnings for your patio or home.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Which Is Best For You?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are looking for a good budget option and want something that is durable and easy to install, then fabric awnings are right for you. However, if there are days when the weather might take a turn for the worse, you\u2019ll need to roll up the fabric to ensure it doesn\u2019t get ruined by the rain. Plus, it might cost you a bit of money to replace the fabric itself.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aluminum awnings might work best for you if you want something that will resist all kinds of weather, but you won\u2019t mind the extra time for installation. If you are willing to spend extra, then they can be a pretty good choice as well. Plus, they tend to last longer as well.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the final analysis, fixed aluminum awnings are best for you due to its durability, reliability, and giving you better value for your patio and home. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you are unsure what to choose between fixed fabric or fixed aluminum awnings, then stick around. 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