Awning Options for Tiny Homes

Tiny homes bring to mind travel, minimalist living and the ability to avoid the high cost of living that some cities have. When you first purchased your tiny home, it likely came with the basic amenities the home style is known for. One of the aspects it may not have come with is a porch cover or awning. In fact, you may believe awnings are not an option for this type of home style. Here are a few of the options available to you and what you need to know about each option.

Solar Panel Awning

Solar panel awnings are an ideal way to provide energy for your tiny home while providing the benefits of an awning. These awnings are installed to connect easily to a solar power source for the home. The installation is also designed to allow you to remove the solar panel once you are done with the awning or when the panel is fully charged for the day. The awning platform or bars that are used to hold the panel awning can be folded against the home or removed easily from installed brackets for storage. If you need a larger awning, you can have the solar panels placed side by side or you can purchase a larger solar panel awning.

Retractable Soft Awnings

Soft awnings refer to options such as vinyl, cloth, and similar materials. These types of awnings are ideal if you will only be using the awnings during sun or light rainy weather. They are retractable and the soft material can be removed easily for washing or storage. These awnings come in a design that has retractable and folding arms. The retractable storage area can safely store the soft material when it is not in use. The arms can be folded against the tiny home and locked in place if you are traveling.

Retractable Metal Awnings

Retractable metal awnings are the most common style awning for tiny homes and traditional homes alike. The metal awnings can be used during most weather conditions. Extreme snow and winds may cause some issues, so you should be aware of the limits of your metal awnings before using them in this type of weather. The awnings are easy to install and can retract against the wall of the tiny home. They lock into place when they are closed or open. This helps maintain safety while traveling or stationary. The meta awnings are easy to clean and can be weathersealed for water resistance. 

If any of these options sound ideal for your tiny home lifestyle, contact your local awning provider. They can help with your order, delivery and installation. They can also offer suggestions for upgrades such as the colour of the awning or material if material options are available. 

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