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Does my house wall need special preparation for a retractable awning?
If you are fixing a patio awning to a straight forward, 2 plus storey brick house, there will generally be nothing further needed. Single storey buildings, some substrates and some size awnings may require additional bracketing, which we can and will provide. However, a lot of ultra modern homes using super lightweight blocks can be a problem requiring a further framework for support and spreading the loadings..
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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…
Can I install a retractable awning by myself?
Yes, it is perfectly possible, but most of the awnings are very heavy and require a minimum of 2 people for installation and lifting into place. The wall bracket fixtures are one of the most important components to ensure a sound and safe installation and the positioning and fixing of these brackets should be carefully considered.
Extra brackets are frequently used to spread the weight across a wall safely.
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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 happens to a retractable awning in strong winds or a storm?
Retractable awnings should always be closed when not in use and certainly if you are leaving your home. However if they are left out in a storm, there is always a solution if the awning is electrically operated…
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Can I use a Patio Awning in the rain?
The simple rule of thumb is common sense but to use a retractable awning in the rain the awning it should be installed with the fabric cover set at a minimum pitch of 14 degrees
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How long has Samson Awnings been trading?
We have been trading since 1994 and our company name as registered is Samson Industrial doors Ltd at companies house.
Samson Awnings is a trading name for our sun, wind and rain protection systems.
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Should my awning be retracted in strong winds?
Yes of course it should, but what defines a strong wind?
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