Questions to Ask Before Purchasing Retractable Awning
17 Things to Ask Before Purchasing a Self Installed Retractable Awning
Category | Questions | Product Features | DIY Awning Benefits |
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Awning Fabric Related | What is the fabric made of? | 100% solution dyed acrylic fabric – USA sourced | Top quality fabrics from world leaders such as Sunbrella |
How is fabric cut? | 100% computerized cutting | The cut and seamed edges are straight and not browned by cutting with a hot knife | |
What is the thread made of? | We use Gore Tenara thread on the SunCover 5000 units | This top on the line, UV stable thread will not have your awning splitting at the seams | |
How are the panel joined? | 100% computerized panel joiner | The cover looks better no puckering and the fabric stripes are straight | |
Is it the same color on both sides? | Yes | The awning looks beautiful and consistent at any angle | |
Frame Work Related | What’s it made of? | Extruded and cast aluminum components | Strength and durability |
Where does it come from? | United States and Europe | Better quality control, NOT sourced from Asia/China | |
What’s the arm cable made of? | PVC coated 4mm high carbon steel | Longer lasting, proven performance that stainless steel in this component | |
How is the framework coated? | Pretreated, primed then polyester powder coated | A Durable finish that will not peal and crack | |
What is the hardware made of? | 18-8 stainless steel | Will not corrode | |
What’s the optional hood made of? | Powder coated reinforced aluminum to match the framework | Will not sag, bend, rattle or blow off | |
How much arm tension is there? | Up to 300+ lbs per arm | The fabric is tighter, and the unit will withstand stronger wind loads | |
Other Important Questions | Where is the product sourced? | United States and a few European country, Austria, Germany, Spain | Long term proven quality record with this product |
Where is it assembled? | In New York, shipped directly to your home | Keeping skilled Americans working | |
Where can you install it? | On a wall, underside of an eve/overhang, or on a roof | You can mount this product on virtually any home | |
Is the warranty prorated? | We provide only full term warranties | Other companies offer prorated warranties that are virtually worthless after only a few years | |
Do they have a return policy? | Yes | Even though you are purchasing a custom made product, uniquely designed for you, we do take back returns – see our policy for more details |