There are few home-improvement projects that are more beneficial for Florida homes than the installation of a residential awning. Awnings are a fun way to add to the visual appeal of your home’s exterior and can help reduce your monthly electricity bill by reflecting away sun rays, keeping your home cooler for longer. However, with all of the options available for residential awnings, finding the right one to complement your home can be difficult. Here are some tips on how you can choose a residential awning that matches your home’s existing aesthetic design.

Tips for Finding the Perfect Residential Awning

• Focus on the Color

While you may be tempted to have the color of your residential awning match the rest of your home’s exterior, you might also want to consider color coordinating your awning with a hue that complements your home’s surroundings. For example, if your awning provides shade right next to a bush of red roses, then installing an awning that is a similar shade is sure to catch the attention of those passing by.

• Find a Functional and Aesthetic Material

Your first consideration regarding your residential awning’s material should be its functionality, namely how durable you’ll need the material to be. If you live in an area that experiences heavy rain storms, you may want to opt for a stronger, more weather-resistant material that can withstand intense climates. However, you should also consider material from an aesthetic point of view. For example, an awning made of metal is going to have a very different look than one that is made of a vinyl fabric. Ultimately, you must choose an awning material that suits your location, style, and needs.

• Consider a Retractable Awning

If you’re having a difficult time finding an awning that matches the aesthetics of your home perfectly, you could also consider getting a retractable awning. As the name would suggest, retractable awnings can be retracted when they are not in use. So even if your awning provides more functional durability than it does aesthetic appeal, it will only be seen when it is actively in use.

If you’re seeking an affordable, durable, and long-lasting residential awning, contact the experts at Universal Awning & Sign.

Residential Awnings for Every Central Florida Home

As Central Florida’s premier custom awning and sign manufacturers and installers, Universal Awning & Sign is your go-to for high-quality residential awnings. All our patio covers are built to last in Florida’s harsh environment and will perform at a high level for years to come. For more information on our awning and sign services, contact Universal Awning & Sign today at 407-328-7781.