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What is the best retractable awning for a home?
The best retractable awnings sold in the UK are from Markilux, Weinor and Erhardt in terms of a high quality, established manufacturer offering a very wide range of awning models to suit various applications. These 3 manufacturers happen to be German, but all have UK bases and are well established in the UK with excellent back up and warranties. Proven and tested technology and quality….
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Do you supply Glass Extensions?
Yes we do, but not as an ‘extension’ in the traditional sense of the word on a house. The glass structures we offer are generally called glass verandas by most people and create a glass canopy for outside use, fitted against an existing building wall. We have wall mounted but also stand alone glass and polycarbonate roof verandas and now offer a flat roof design as well as the more traditional angled lean to systems.
What wind speeds will an awning withstand?
Generally a self supporting retractable awning wil stand up to wind speeds of around 20mph. Most higher specification awnings will have a tested and certified wind rating based on km/h or the Beaufort scale, but of course no one is ever really monitoring the wind speed in their back garden or patio to make a judgement on this…
What is a Weinor Pergotex?
The Weinor Pergotex is a newly developed and highly effective retractable fabric roof canopy system using a very tough vinyl fabric, far thicker and stronger than normal awning fabric.
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Do you supply traditional ‘victorian’ style verandas?
Yes we do, the definition and perception of which varies slightly, but is usually a visual detail in the framework and supporting posts. We can offer ‘victorian’ style front support posts on our own range of glass veranda systems which are made to measure and available in almost any colour.
The general do’s and dont’s of operating a patio awning
With a retractable self supporting awning there are some general rules to stick to with daily usage.
What sizes are the retractable patio awnings available in?
Most of the retractable patio awnings we offer are available in any sizes, made to order, up to the maximum width for each model.
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What are the glass rooms manufactured from?
The main framework is all aluminium extrusions with minimal steel components and of course glass
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Why should I choose Samson Awnings to install my glass room or veranda?
We have a complete transparent pricing policy on all products and our level of skills in installation of bespoke products such as the glass rooms is extensive over the last 15 years. We do not sit with you for hours in your home trying to make you order on the day, no pressure selling tactics are used, we are a long established family firm.
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What is a butterfly awning?
A butterfly awning is a steel or aluminium goalpost structure with 2 retractable awnings fitted either side at the top which when extended form the shape of a butterfly wings providing weather protection whilst being free standing.
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