What kind of fabric is used in the awning?
The fabric provides the cool (and beautiful) cover for your retractable awning. Today the high quality retractable awnings use solution dyed acrylic fabrics. These marine grade fabrics have the color embedded in every fiber. This ensures that they won’t fade significantly over time. Acrylic fabrics are available in hundreds of decorator patterns and easily match outdoor furniture. Eclipse features Dickson® and Sunbrella® fabrics, which carry a 5-year warranty against fading, rotting, mold and mildew. In addition to their beauty, acrylic fabrics put the block in sun block. Acrylics block up to 98% of the harmful UV rays of the sun, allow you to use your deck or patio, keep your house cool, save you $$ on air-conditioning, reduce glare, stop interior fading and did we mention use your deck or patio. Acrylic fabrics are used on the upper end retractable awnings for their strength, stability, beauty and extensive selection. Don’t settle for less than acrylic fabric for your investment.
