Do you have an outdoor area located just right outside your home or space? Then you might want to consider looking into various roof or shading options to make the area a little more lively. Outdoor roofing isn’t just a way to make your space look pretty, it also serves multiple other functions as well. Of course, they’re designed to give you resting spots outside, but they also serve to protect you from harsh elements like rain or storm and help protect you and your outdoor furniture from harmful sun damage or fading. You may soon find out that shading may be essential to your outdoor spaces in a number of useful ways.
Still don’t think there might be a roofing or shading option that you can be satisfied with? That’s not an issue at all! There are dozens of roofing or shading solutions that you can choose from, like polycarbonate roofings, patio umbrellas, and more. Before you go about designing your outdoor space, why not give your roofing specialist a call and ask them about the best options regarding the shading of your outdoor spaces.
Awnings as one of the best shading options
If you haven’t already considered it, awnings should be at or near the top of your list when you’re considering outdoor shading options. For those who are unaware, an awning is a type of shading that functions as a second “roof” that attaches to the outside of your house or any exterior surface. You may have seen many of them while strolling through walkways, sitting at a friend’s patio, shielding people dining al fresco in open bars and restaurants, and more. Awnings usually make for a great addition to buildings because of the added aesthetic they may bring.
They are made of two parts: the covering of the material responsible for the shading, and the frame in which it is stretched over. The covering is usually made of a durable material like canvas, vinyl, acrylic, or even hard metals and wood! Each type of material offers a unique set of features that make them more suitable for different purposes. There are many diverse types of awnings that can suit your purposes: From retractable awnings that you can fold if needed to customised awnings bearing the logo of your business, there’s a wealth of styles and designs that you can choose from to suit your needs.
Before you consult your roof specialist about awnings, perhaps you’re curious to know more about awnings and other shading options to see how they stack up against each other. Here are some other roof coverings that you might have considered:
Canopies
You can see a similarity between the awning and the canopy. They’re both great shadings meant for outdoor use, but the primary difference is that awnings are attachments to buildings and other areas, while canopies aren’t fixtures like awnings are. Usually, they’re freestanding additions that you can set up in your outdoor space. And while canopies can be temporary placements, awnings are usually permanent placements to a home.
Pergolas
A pergola is also similar to a canopy in that it is not attached to the house or any exterior surface, but there may be a few that are attached to the main structure or house like an awning. In short, it is a freestanding structure with columns, supporting a roofing grid consisting of rafters and beams. The roofing may or may not have a covering.
Patio umbrellas
`You may already be familiar with the patio umbrella. Patio umbrellas are freestanding shading options that you can use to shade a small part of your outdoor spaces. This fabric covering is like the awning in that it could be put away quickly and there are many different designs that you can choose from to make your house a little more lively.
What makes the awning a better choice?
Are awnings always the best choice? Well, it depends on your design preferences. If you want a highly customisable option for your outdoor shading options, that comes in many styles and designs, then go for an awning. They’re not only convenient, but easier to maintain than other types of roofings and shadings. So why not make your outdoor space a little more cheerful and invest in a quality awning to make your space pop?
Shadetimes is an experienced roofing contractors company in Singapore. Contact us for more information regarding our outdoor shading solutions like awnings, glass roofings, trellises, and more.
