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In that case, go for awnings! Simply put, these are overhangs that can be attached to the exterior wall of a building, which will then provide protection against the natural elements like rain, sun and snow. Benefits Lest you think that overhangs are just simple protection against the abovementioned natural elements, think again. You will be in awe once you know of the benefits that the simple installation at an affordable cost at so little time and effort of an overhang can bring to your life. An overhang in your doorstep or window can block 99 percent of the harmful ultraviolet rays from the sun. Even if you are already inside the house, you are still in danger of skin cancer if you are not too careful. Another benefit is that you can have lesser electricity bills because there is less heat and less cold coming into the house during summer and winter, respectively. In fact, even the simplest of awnings have been proven to lessen heat gain by as much as 70 percent. Also, you can actually extend your living area by transforming an outdoor space like a patio or a deck into an outdoor room. Of course, you need not spend hundreds of dollars on materials and labor since many sun canopies come in do-it-yourself kits. Add in the fact that there are so many types, colors and designs of these overhangs and you can just let your designer imagination take you where you want it to. Did we mention that many times have we been in awe of a simple home that achieved attitude with an A through the good use of overhangs over its windows and doorsteps? Types There are so many types of awnings available in stores and sites that you will feel like a child let loose in a toy and candy shop. Just to name a few of these types to choose from: ==> Installation - You can choose from overhangs that are fixed, freestanding and retractable. Fixed overhangs are permanently attached to the structure while freestanding canopies are used in cases where there is insufficient space for the fixed types. Retractable overhangs can obviously be adjusted by the simple folding mechanism either of the manual or the motorized type. ==> Materials - You may choose from either the aluminum or the canvas overhangs. Although aluminum overhangs are more durable, you are limited to just a few basic patterns than is possible with the canvas material. Increasingly, you will be able to shop for copper overhangs that tend to be more expensive than aluminum and canvas. Something as simple as awnings can elicit feelings of awe by virtue of the rows upon rows of choice available to the discerning eye. Add in the benefits and truly you will start looking into the possibilities of canopies hanging from your house in all their full glory.
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