Easyawn™ FAQ

Q. Can you customize my Easyawn order with other sizes, colors or designs than what is shown on the price lists?
A. No, we only offer the standard products shown here. These are popular sizes and colors that we make in very large volumes so we can offer unequalled quality at unbeatable prices. If you require custom products than we suggest that you look at our Sunair line of awnings.

Q. How Difficult is an EasyAwn™ to install?
A. The design and engineering behind the EasyAwn™ is focused on making installation Easy. One person can usually complete their first installation in under one hour with basic tools (ladder, drill, pliers, level, tape measure).  Each kit includes detail instructions and you are encouraged to call us if you have any questions during installation. 

Q.  How do I clean my EasyAwn™?
A. The EasyAwn™ can be cleaned on the frame or easily removed and cleaned in your washing machine.  We also include cleaning instructions in each package as part of the installation, care and maintenance manual.

Q.  How will EasyAwn™ fit on the window?
A. EasyAwn™ is designed to extend beyond the widths of most windows. In addition, your awning, when installed will be a rigid structure and is designed to accommodate normal winds.

Q. Is it water tight where the top of the awning meets the building?
A. This will mostly depend upon the surface you are mounting to, but in general water will not be able to leak down the wall.  For applications where you desire to protect window sills and door jams we recommend non-adhesive caulk to seal this seam and ensuring a water tight seal.

Q. What surfaces can EasyAwn™ be installed on?
A. EasyAwn™ can be installed on concrete, brick, wood, vinyl or aluminum. Care should be taken on vinyl and aluminum to ensure the frame is secured adequately.  We include the typical hardware required for installation to wood and siding surfaces.  For stucco or brick surfaces shields, anchors or Tapcons may be preferred depending upon the construction. These are available at any hardware store.

Q. Should I leave EasyAwn™ up year round?
A. Yes, although it is recommended that awnings be taken down (a 5 minute process) in winter climates where snow can accumulate on fabric. The awnings must also be removed in the event of a hurricane.

Q. What is the life expectancy of a EasyAwn™?
A. The Sunbrella® fabric is manufactured for outdoor awning use and includes surface treatments to prevent rotting and fading.  In mild climates and where removed for winter snow normally last 10 or more years.  In coastal areas with consistently high winds and intense sun they normally last at least 5 years.  A new EasyAwn™ can be purchased for much less than the cost to have a custom cover made by a local awning company.

Q. Does EasyAwn™ meet building code requirements?
A. The EasyAwn™ grew from a company that supplied custom awning products to the South Florida market.  The founder and creator of Easyawn™ products is a registered professional structural engineer and designed EasyAwn™ to meet the Florida Building Code.  This is the most strict structural requirement in the US.  Although EasyAwn™ was designed to withstand hurricane force winds, we recommend our products be removed in the event of a hurricane to avoid damage from flying debris.

Q. Is there any maintenance required for my EasyAwn™?
A. Your EasyAwn™ is designed to be maintenance free.  We do recommend cleaning the fabric with a mild soap solution as required (annually or every other year). You can keep the underside of your awning clean by brushing with a household broom. 

Q. Will awnings really keep my home cooler?
A. The Department of Energy, American Society of Heating and Refrigeration Engineers and the Florida Energy Extension Service have found awnings to reduce heat gain by up to 80%.  The harmful rays that fade carpet and furniture are shown to be reduced by the same amount.

Q. How does EasyAwn™ compare to other low cost awnings?
A. Because of Easyawn's Patent and Patents Pending designs there are no other awnings like EasyAwn™.  The traditional design of window awnings require a welded frame (that could not be shipped) or a hinged design referred to as retractable.  Other "awnings in a box" designs rely on only a hinge at the wall and do not provide a rafter.  This design is referred to as "retractable", but we offered these in the past and customers do not like the sounds made by the frame banging in the wind.  This design resulted in returned awnings that held water and ripped the fabric or pulled off the building.  The EasyAwn™ design is rigid and eliminates these problems. 

Also, EasyAwn™ is priced significantly lower than other products due to our design and large volume manufacturing.

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