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Awnings
FAQ
 Q.
What is the proper way to clean awning fabrics?
A. Acrylic fabric should be cleaned regularly before substances
such as dirt, roof particles, etc. are allowed to accumulate
on and become embedded in the fabric. The fabric can be cleaned
without being removed from the installation. Simply brush
off any loose dirt, roof particles, etc.; hose down and clean
with a mild solution of natural soap in lukewarm water (no more
than 100º F). Rinse thoroughly to remove soap. DO
NOT USE DETERGENTS. Allow to air dry.
For
more stubborn cases: Soak the fabric for approximately twenty
minutes in a solution of no more than 1/2 cup of a non-chlorine bleach
and 1/4 cup natural soap per gallon of water at approximate 100º F. Rinse
thoroughly in cold water to remove all of the soap. Note: excessive
soaking in non-chlorine bleach can deteriorate sewing threads. This
method of cleaning may remove part of the water repellency and the
fabric should receive an application of an air-curing fluorocarbon
water repellent treatment, if water repellency is a factor.
Q.
How are lateral arm awnings attached to the house or building?
A. For wall and soffit attachment, two or more brackets
(provided with the awning) are attached to the solid structure
of the building with lag bolts in a typical installation. For roof
mounted units, a special bracket, that can be adjusted for the
pitch of the roof, is bolted to the roof framing with lag bolts.
All awnings are sent with step-by-step instructions
that illustrate how the awning is to be mounted for various positions
and surfaces.
Q.
Is the fabric waterproof?
A. Acrylic awning fabrics are water repellant, not waterproof.
Awnings are primarily designed for sun protection, however, with
the proper pitch, awnings will keep you dry in a light rain.
Q.
Why do you recommend that the awning be motorized?
A. A motor is certainly not required for any of our residential
awnings. However we believe that you will get more use and therefore
more benefit from your awning if it is easier to use. To help encourage
adding a motor to your awning, we have the lowest prices on the
internet for our motors.
Q.
What is the warranty period?
A. ShadeRight Retractable Awnings
are offered with a 10 year warranty on the frame, 5 year
warranty on the fabric, and 5 year protection on all
electronics.
Q.
Why don't you offer a lateral arm awning with a 14' projection like
some of your competitors?
A. We believe that your safety and the safety of your property should
be their first priority. We make the finest lateral arm awnings available,
using the best materials and engineering. Our test data indicates that a projection
beyond 13' is not a responsible decision.
Q.
Is it possible to get umbrellas and cushions with fabrics that match
the awning fabric?
A. Yes, we offer umbrellas, furniture cushions, and table cloths with matching
Sunbrella fabrics.
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