Solar heat, dazzling light, environment, nowadays protecting ourselves from the sun has become one of our main concerns; one that affects both our “comfort” and our health, and undoubtedly the wisest option and solution is to install an Awning.

Awnings have become part of residential buildings conventional structure. Helped by the popular energy issue, especially in terms of the so called increased demands for energy, putting up Awnings to shade your home exterior is definitely a significant short and medium term way to save on energy.

A study was carried out by the Professional Association of Awning Manufacturers aimed at determining whether Awnings are really a viable way to save on energy consumption and therefore to cut down of the use of domestic air conditioners. The proof is unquestionable. In the USA; architecturally speaking, Awnings are not common, in contrast they are very popular in Europe. The final conclusion of the study showed that in the USA a lot more energy is consumed by air conditioning units than in Europe. The study was carried out on energy saving for homes in terms of heat gain, energy spending on heating and cooling, and cutting down on energy in periods of higher consumption. The final conclusion also showed that Awnings can be used for sun protection and as an energy saving solution and thus will save money too.

Apart from financial benefits, Awnings help to considerably cut down on environmental pollution as they reduce CO2 emissions.

Toldos La Marina currently uses fabrics that block out a minimum 90% of solar radiation, thus cutting down on the amount of UVA and UVB rays that we are exposed to. There is another factor to be taken into account in terms of modern architecture: decoration, the continual evolution of Awnings and Fabrics, means that they have a major role in home decoration magazines.

In terms of fabric colours, softness is in with all tones of white that convey purity and peace. They are mixed nowadays, echoing natural materials, soft woods, or plant fibres, creating harmony and are accompanied by darker tones, shades of violet, metallic and warm colours.

We will always keep you up to date on the latest trends, and innovations from the world of Awnings, because at Toldos La Marina, we are specialised Awning manufacturers.

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