What types of panels are available for aluminum awnings?
Not only does the thickness of awning panels vary, so does the shape and size. One of the most common types of panel is the 6″ flat pan. These panels make a nice flat surface on the underside that is ideal to build under. All of the other panel designs have raised areas that need to be filled in with filler plugs when building structures under the awning. W pans are also very common. These pans vary in height from 2 1/4″ to 3 1/2″. The width is usually 12″. Another panel type is the tri – v design. This panel is 2′ wide and will usually be a little less expensive. Most awning manufacturing companies will produce these pans in either a white or a neutral color. Sometimes stars are an option. Awning panels are made in stock lengths such as 8′, 9′ and on up to about 20′. These panels can either be cut on the jobsite for an exact fit or custom lengths can be ordered.
