Imagine Monday afternoon at work and worrying about wind damage to your patio awning because it was left open over the weekend. You leave for work on a bright sunny day, and then an unexpected storm is forescast with wind gusts up to 50 mph, and it's expected to hit before quitting time.

When deciding on a retractable awning for your home or business, there's more to the equation than just price. Quality can make the difference in service life and overall cost if replacements are required often. Having the best awning materials including tubing, hardware, supports, and awning fabrics all add up to longer life and value for money.