Winter has at last descended on Maryland, and the snow and ice that come along with it probably aren’t far behind. While awnings are typically great for protecting you from the elements above, too much snow or ice accumulation can be catastrophic. A soaking wet canvas awning can grow destructive mold and any type of […]
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10 Facts About Retractable Awnings
Last week on our blog, we talked about retractable awnings and how they can hold great benefits for both residential and professional property. Retractable awnings come in several different styles and are an increasingly popular choice for homes and businesses. A retractable awning is an over-sized swatch of waterproof fabric stretched onto a frame and […]
Read MoreRetractable Awnings: Home Edition
When you think about types of awnings, the first ones that come to mind are likely the commercial awnings hanging over business entryways. They are delightful, professional and almost everywhere you look. But awnings can also be great for residential property. Retractable awnings are increasingly popular for many reasons. Are you considering one? Let’s learn […]
Read MoreBest Ways to Decorate Your Awning This Winter
Having made the excellent choice to invest in an awning, you naturally want to enhance its beauty during the holiday season and use it to help brighten up the cold and dreary winter. Luckily, there are few limitations to what you can do to spruce up your awning for the holidays, and you can let […]
Read MoreQuestions to Ask Your Awning Company
Our last blog discussed the process involved in making an awning from scratch. Although you can read and understand the construction and mechanisms involved in making an awning, there’s still a lot more to know about the design, business, and installation of awnings. Here at Carroll Awning, we’re more than happy to answer all of […]
Read MoreHow Are Awnings Made?
Did you know that the tradition of relaxing under an awning started in Ancient Rome? Nowadays, awnings are used to block the sun and rain, to make our homes more inviting, and to make businesses stand out. There’s a lot that goes into the process of creating an awning. Many awnings, especially one’s made for […]
Read MoreChoosing the Right Awning Design
Did you know there are awnings for windows, doors, porches, and patios? And for each one of these, there are many different designs. How do you know which one to choose? We’re here to help you through the process of choosing an awning that will make your property look good and save you money. Establish […]
Read MoreAll Weather Protection with Aluminum Awnings
If you have ever stepped out into the snow on your front doorstep you know how annoying it can be to step through the snow to your vehicle. Snow and ice can make a deep impact on your home’s temperature as well as making life in general a lot colder. Let’s talk about how you […]
Read MoreGetting your Awning Ready for Winter
As daylight savings time ends and the skies fill with gray clouds, homeowners everywhere should begin to think about getting their residential awning ready for winter. Fabric awnings left to their own devices over the winter months can develop mold, mildew, and holes by the spring. But what can do you do get your awning […]
Read MoreBiggest Threats to Your Awning
Residential awnings protect your home, family, and property from the rays of the sun and keeping your home cool and comfortable. But doing these things season after season, year after year can be harmful to your awning’s fabric and frame. Let’s take a look at your awning’s biggest natural foes!
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