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09 December 2014

The Important Purpose Of 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.

Overhangs can also shield wooden window frames from weather elements. The surface of wooden window frames can degenerate quickly due to constant exposure to bad weather. When overhangs are installed on windows, their frames will not get damaged by sunlight, snow, wind and rain. Therefore, your wooden window frames can last longer.

When installed on a property, overhangs can also decrease glare on television screens and computer monitors by up to 95 percent. Many homeowners usually close the blinds or draw the curtains of their homes in order to eliminate glare on their television or computer screens. This inconvenience can be avoided by installing an awning on windows or doors. With such a structure, direct sunlight will not shine brightly on a television screen or computer monitor.

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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