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Install Beautiful Awnings

Tue 27 Oct 2009 - 20:20

Install Beautiful Awnings
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Nazima_Golamaully]Nazima Golamaully

What are awnings? Awnings are the coverings which are attached to external walls of the structure of any building. Awnings generally provide covering to an area and these are basically used as hoardings or signboards. Awnings are also used to protect rain, sunlight, wind, and other natural calamities. These are attached over the windows for protection and for security. Besides windows, awnings are attached to doors and sidewalks as well by supporting the entire area. Awnings are also known as overhangs. These awnings of overhangs are typically made of canvas woven of acrylic materials. Also, these are made from cotton, polyester, and vinyl. Over the awnings, there are some other materials attached like steel, aluminum, etc. Awnings can be seen anywhere and people install awnings in their houses or offices. Generally, awnings are seen on streets where people sell things. These can be seen mostly in countries like India, Pakistan, China, South Africa and Indonesia.

In ancient times, people used awnings for ritual purposes. It is said that awnings were first used by the ancient Syrians and then Egyptians. During that period, these awnings were known as woven mats. They were ideal for street markets and generally shop owners used to place these awnings by covering with big wooden logs. Roman and Greek civilizations also have witnessed awnings and you can find this in ancient Roman literature too when the famous Roman poet Lucretius used in one of his poems in 50 BC.

Today, awnings are famous and many people all over the world use awnings to cover their homes and stalls. Generally, the framework of awnings is made up of iron, steel, aluminum or wood. Manufacturers generally use aluminum for framework because aluminum appears to be light, lighter than iron or steel and also, it costs less than other materials. Awnings are attached over the windows and these awnings protect the place and windows from heat and sunlight, including bad climatic conditions and harsh winds. Awnings also help in keeping room temperature moderate and also, they keep the rooms cooler in summer and warm in winter. When you install awnings, then the energy consumption can be reduced up to 30%. Don't you think it is a good way to save energy?

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