Questions & Answers
Q. Why use a retractable awning?
A. They offer the best of both worlds when it comes to sun control over your patio area. Complete sun when you want it and complete shade when you don't.
Q. I have heard that quality retractable awnings are expensive.
A. There are some less expensive awnings on the market, but enen a top quality retractable from Durasol Awnings is typically about the cost of a cedar shade arbor.
Q. Do thay come motorized?
A. Yes! That is all we offer. Some competators offer retractables without a motor, but the cost differance is trivial compared to the ease and function of pushing a button for instant shade.
Q.I already have a shade arbor. Is there a way to incorporate a retractable with my arbor for greater sun protection.
A. Yes! Durasol is the only company that offers a framed retractable that can be mounted directly on top of an existing shade arbor.
Q. I have a large area, and was told a retractable will not work.
A. With Durasol that might not be a true answer. Durasol has retractables without frame support that can be as large as 30 feet wide and have a projection of 15'11". That's 480 square feet of retractableshading.
Retractable Screen Questions
Q. What are some of the uses of a retractable shade.
A. Shading of large windows, convertable patio screen enclosures, garage screened play rooms.
Q. What is a convertable screened patio enclosure
A. Imagine having a screened room when the bugs are bad and you want to sit outside, but when there is a good brease open up the screen fully to let the brease in. Screened when you want it, open when you don't.
