What does awnings cost?

Time to invest in new awnings? Congratulations on a decorative and practical sunshade for the window or outdoor area! But what do awnings cost, and how can you ensure to keep the price down?

What do awnings and sunshades cost

The cost of awnings depends on several factors. The general rule of thumb is: the more “standard” and the fewer optional features, the lower the price you can expect. It’s a bit like buying a car, simply put.

But what does “standard” versus “optional” mean in the world of awnings? It can apply to everything from installation  and materials to how the awnings extend. Follow the four tips below to find out how you can make the awnings cost less!

Tips for lower costs on awnings

Here’s what you should consider to make awnings cost as little as possible.

1. Manual or motorized awnings

Has your choice fallen on a patio awning, vertical awning or a window awning you face yet another practical decision to make: whether the awning should be extended or retracted. Today, it is by far the most standard manual awnings, that are either cranked up by hand or operated by pulling a cord. These you should choose if you have a tight awning budget. If you’re looking for more convenience, you can opt for an awning that is motorized via a mobile app or a fixed button, which is becoming more and more standard today. 

2. The type of fabric determines the pricing of awnings differently

Another factor that controls the price of the awning is the type of fabric they are made of. The more special features the fabric has, the more the awning costs. So, if you want to keep the price down, you can’t expect a water-resistant or otherwise specially developed awning fabric, but it’s best to choose one of the suppliers’ standard fabrics.

It’s also possible to replace certain fabrics, so if you have the option to replace a fabric instead of installing an entirely new awning, it’s a way to be more gentle on your wallet.

3. More or less awning installation

When purchasing a new awning, it also needs to be installed. If you feel that you have enough knowledge and dexterity in the subject, you can of course take on the task of installing the awning yourself, as you can always request to have installation instructions included with the delivery. This eliminates an installation cost, but keep in mind that it can be a risky undertaking since awnings can be heavy and need to be attached at relatively high heights My Window recommend that you always seek the assistance of a professional when setting up awnings – feel free to reach out to us if you need more advice on this

4. Stylish awning accessories

Finally, there are also plenty of other accessories you can choose to add or not when acquiring awnings. Everything from protection to sun and wind sensors can be added. The level of convenience you feel you need also determines the final total cost for the purchase.

Awnings from My Window

My Window primarily positions itself as window decorators. But from us, you can still order so much more than just custom-made curtains online . We want all your windows to the world to be functional and beautiful, both indoors and outdoors. That’s why we also work with awnings and sunshades.  Don’t know which type of awning suits you best? Contact us for a konsultation, and we will develop the awning solution that suits your home and budget.