PAMA has begun a new LEED Analysis Project to define how fabric awnings, canopies and solar shades can qualify for LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) points. The analysis will cover retractable and drop-arm awnings, solar shades and screens, stationary commercial canopies and how...
Operation is a pleasure, thanks to metal arms, pulleys, or motorization. Moreover, awnings can be decorative, featuring attractive colors, patterns, and stripes. If you want a fabric awning, choose an opaque, tightly woven product. Window Inserts Do you have single-pane windows? If so, ...
Awnings look elegant and sophisticated, which is why many homeowners use them for their patios and outdoor spaces. Yet, there is no reason for you not to install them over the window for some extra shade and shelter. Better yet, you won’t need to make any adjustments on the inside, as...
Installing screens, awnings, or netting to buffer impact Placing feeders within 3' or greater than 30' from windows* Curtains, shades or blinds to prevent reflection Hang ribbon, strands of string, party tape or similar from the outside of the window frame to break up window space and reflec...
Install awnings and blinds in your home to keep sunlight out and drastically reduce the temperature inside. Awnings cover windows from the outside and can also provide shade to an outdoor living area such as a deck or patio. Conversely, blinds are installed on the interior of your home. The...
For example, someone who wants to install a fully-operable transom window with a remote control for opening and closing will pay more than someone who goes for a basic fixed transom window. If you want to install a modern transom window made of high-grade materials like wood, that’ll incr...
3. Install Curtains Close to the Ceiling Elongate the window and make the ceilings appear higher by hanging curtains close to the ceiling. With the curtains hanging from the floor to the ceiling, the fabric draws the eye upward and cuts down on the amount of visua...
Window shades, shutters, screens, and awnings can also provide an extra layer of insulation between your home and outside temperatures, leading to more energy conservation and better energy management. Some states and utility companies also offer incentives for replacing windows with more energy-...
Window shades, shutters, screens, and awnings can also provide an extra layer of insulation between your home and outside temperatures, leading to more energy conservation and better energy management. Some states and utility companies also offer incentives for replacing windows with more energy-...
Outdoor signage can take the form of sidewalk signs on chalkboard, entrance signs, murals, awnings, or window signs. Place signage where it is visible to as much walk-by and drive-by traffic as possible. Outdoor signage, in particular, should be branded effectively to draw the customer in...