Wednesday, 31 December 2014

Good Reasons For Installing New Jersey Awnings

By Claudine Hodges


Awnings or overhangs are secondary coverings which are attached to the exterior walls of a building. Some overhangs are manually operated, while others are motorized. Unlike manual overhangs, motorized overhangs lack vertical supports. Instead, they have retractable lateral arms, which extend or retract when a wall mounted switch or remote control button is pressed.

Different kinds of materials are used to make the covers of awnings. They include aluminum, corrugated fiberglass, corrugated polycarbonate and fabrics such as canvas among other materials. The advanced models of New Jersey awnings have sensors that retract or extend the overhangs automatically based on the prevailing weather conditions.

If New Jersey residents install overhangs on their commercial or residential properties, they can reap a number of benefits. One good reason for installing these structures on a property is being able to extend the outdoor space without having to meet the costs or deal with the inconvenience associated with construction. After extending the outdoor space, they can enjoy beautiful views or eat meals as they relax outdoors. Installing an overhang is one of the best ways to shade a porch, patio or deck within a short period of time.

On sunny days, an awning can protect your property from the effects of the harmful ultraviolet rays of the sun. Excessive sunlight can cause carpets, fabrics, pictures, drapes and furniture to fade. An awning can protect these items from the effects of sun damage. It will shield them from direct exposure to sunlight while still allowing natural light to enter your property.

An awning can also protect wooden window frames from the elements of weather. Wooden window frames can deteriorate due to bad weather. Since overhangs can protect these frames from getting damaged by the wind, sun, rain and snow, they can help extend the life of your window frames.

Overhangs can also reduce glare on computer monitors and television screens by up to ninety five percent. If you usually draw the curtains of your living room in order to be able to watch television or work on your computer, you can avoid this inconvenience by installing overhangs. These structures prevent direct sunlight from shining brightly on computer monitors or television screens.

An awning can also help lower your energy costs by keeping your home cooler in the summer. It can prevent up to seventy seven percent of the heat of the sun from entering through the windows. Since it will not be necessary to draw curtains or close the blinds when there is daylight, you will enjoy the outdoor beauty more. If you install a retractable awning, you can retract it during the cooler months to allow the heat of the sun to enter your home.

Overhangs can last for many years if they are maintained well. Property owners should clean these structures regularly in order to ensure that their surface is not damaged by dirt and airborne chemical substances. Overhangs should only be washed with neutral, nonabrasive products. Property owners should be careful to ensure that acidic cleaning products do not come into contact with window overhangs.




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