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Cleaning Awnings 101

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It’s the perfect time to take out your awning, but what if it is dirty? Cleaning your retractable awning made from Sunbrella acrylic fabrics can be easy with these tips.

While the awning is on the frame, you can conduct light cleaning. Brush off loose dirt with a soft bristle brush. Hose down fabrics on a monthly basis with clean water, which helps prevent dirt from becoming deeply embedded in the fabric and eliminates the need for more thorough cleaning. Typically, a thorough cleaning of your awning will be needed every two to three years.

For tough cleaning jobs to get rid of dirt and mildew, prepare a cleaning solution of water and mild soap or dishwashing liquid. Use a soft bristle brush to scrub away dirt and debris. Allow the homemade cleaning solution to soak into the awning fabric. Rinse thoroughly until all soap is removed. Let the wet awning air dry. If you are dealing with stubborn stains that don’t seem to go away, you can use a diluted bleach/soap mixture for spot cleaning of mildew. For roof run-off or other similar stains, a strong degreaser may be required.

Peterson Canvas cares about the environment! Please be careful with the surrounding area when cleaning with bleach. Bleach can have harmful effects on nature and wildlife. If you are surrounded by a body of water or in area with protected wildlife, avoid using bleach.

We have many years of experience working with Sunbrella fabrics and knowledge of cleaning and re-treatment requirements for retractable awnings.

For more information about awnings and maintenance, call Peterson Canvas & Awning  at (970) 493-4033 today! We carry a large variety of residential retractable awnings, commercial awnings and sail shades.

Reasons to Add a Retractable Pergola to Your Home

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All homeowners should want some sort of outdoor living space since it will make that home look nicer as well as increase the value to the home. There are several benefits of having outdoor living space however, creating one can often be expensive. One way to create some sort of outdoor living space but not break your bank account is simply adding a retractable pergola to your home. Here are three reasons the Peterson Canvas & Awning has provided to why you should add a Retractable pergola to your home.

Protection from the weather

No one likes having to stay inside because of the weather. By installing a retractable pergola, it will allow you to use your outdoor living space even if there is inclement weather. Even if you just want to hang out in the shade, retractable pergolas will allow you to do just that since it is a good way to add shade to your home while not having to spend a fortune.

Space for Entertainment + Privacy

Installing a retractable pergola to your outdoor living space can provide space for entertainment. It is a great spot to hang out with friends and family during a party or small get together. Retractable pergolas are big enough to have a sitting area with your guests which allow you to utilize your outdoor living space effectively. Retractable pergolas also add privacy to your outdoor living space which some homeowners may want when they are outdoors.

Increase value to your home

Retractable pergolas can increase the value to your home in a big way. If you have a great outdoor living area, the value to your home can easily go up. Many homes have nothing in their backyard, so simply by adding a retractable pergola to your home can increase the value to your home.

Visit the Peterson Canvas & Awning website to learn more about outdoor living space and retractable pergolas or give us a call at 970-493-4033

Awning Maintenance Tips

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Your awning provides shade when you want it, allows you to enjoy your outdoor living space, reduces your monthly energy bill, and protects your home from bad weather. Maintaining your awning will assure that it is ready for you to use anytime you want to as summer is heating up. Check out these tips for maintaining your retractable awning and keeping it looking in tip-top shape.

Clean your awning once a month

Simple enough right? A small dose of mild soap and clean water will make a huge difference in the cleanliness and durability of your awning.

Inspect your awning frame

The awnings at Peterson Canvas & Awning are built to last. However, time can take its toll on even the sturdiest components. Inspect your awning frame for corrosion or rust every month to make sure it is in good condition. Using a broom to brush the underside of your awning every month will help reduce dust, dirt, and other potentially corrosive materials from damaging your awning.

Check for any tears

It’s always good to check your awning fabric for any signs of wear and tear. If necessary, you can find materials to patch or repair the fabric, preventing any further damage.

Best Uses for Awnings

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Many homes and businesses in the Fort Collins area consider awnings an essential type of outdoor shading system. Awnings are versatile and available in a variety of styles and colors that will enhance the appeal of any property. There are many other benefits and uses for awnings:

Cut Heating and Cooling Costs

Significantly reducing heating and cooling costs can be achieved for your home or business through the use of awnings. Awnings are a great option for warmer months and in the Summer, because they reduce heat gain by 77 percent. Awnings also are great for preventing the sun’s rays from hitting doors and windows.  This outdoor shading system also helps air conditioners run more efficiently, saving your money on your utility bill.

Protect Furniture

If you have expensive furniture and decorations in your home, you want to do everything you can to protect them from any sun damage.  Awnings are a vital solution to prevent UV ray damage or fading to furniture, flooring, and curtains.

Increase Curb Appeal

Awnings are an affordable way to add curb appeal to any home or business. We offer a variety of styles and colors of awnings from the industry’s top manufacturers that can complement any architecture or homeowner’s taste. Awnings also help attract customers to your business.

Enhance Outdoor Living Areas

Patios and decks look great with awnings. Not only do they add style to your outdoor living area, but they are also functional. Awnings allow you and the family to enjoy time spent outdoors, providing shade on sunny days. Awnings can also significantly reduce the outdoor temperature during warm summer months. On rainy days, homeowners can also take refuge under their awnings and stay dry.

At Peterson Canvas & Awning, we carry a large variety of residential retractable awnings, commercial awnings and sail shades. Our team of professionals can help you decide on what product is right for your property. Contact us today at (970) 493-4033.

Top Rated Awning Company in Fort Collins

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When it comes to awnings in Fort Collins and the surrounding areas, Peterson Canvas & Awning will match its credentials against anyone’s.

We were founded in 1957, we’ve done excellent work, and we’re happy to tell that to anyone who contacts us for residential or commercial awnings. Right now we will let our customers speak for us.

We’ve been on Angie’s List, the site for savvy consumers, since 2008. We’ve got an ‘A’ grade. And here’s what folks say about Peterson.

  • “The gave us a very reasonable price … Very friendly personnel and professional service. We highly recommend them to anyone with canvas repair needs.”
  • “They helped my 14-year-old son design a custom fit, roll back convertible top for his teardrop trailer. Great to work with. Incredibly good with him, teaching him and listening carefully to what he wanted.”
  • “I love the roll down deck shade that was fabricated to my specifications and the function of blocking the full summer sun allowing me to use the deck in the late summer afternoon.”

People like us because of the personal attention. They respect our work and our line of products.

For installations and sales calls we travel to Fort Collins, Loveland, Windsor, Greeley, Estes Park, Boulder, Longmont, Denver, Colorado Springs, Cheyenne and Laramie.

Contact us now and join the crowd of satisfied Peterson customers throughout Colorado and Wyoming.

Commercial Awnings in Fort Collins

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When you select Peterson Canvas for your awning needs – be they residential awnings or commercial awnings – you can rely on us to earn your trust. We will do the job right and we will stand behind our work.

We have a track record. A history. And we’re very proud of it.

Peterson Canvas began operations in 1957. Jim Myers and Tim Carroll have been the owners since 2005. We are the oldest, most established custom canvas company serving the Front Range of Northern Colorado, and beyond. You must be doing something right – in fact a lot of things – to be around this long.

All of us at Peterson Canvas work together to provide the best service possible to our customers. Because giving the best service to others requires a highly disciplined and cooperative effort, we work hard to do our best. Our emphasis is on cooperation, from the owners to the newest employee.

We believe in treating each customer as though they are our only customer. We believe in treating our employees fairly while providing a safe, productive, and enjoyable environment. We believe in choosing to do the “right thing.”

And that’s why Peterson Canvas has been around for 63 years, Fort Collins, Loveland, Windsor, Greeley, Estes Park, Boulder, Broomfield, Louisville, Arvada, Longmont, Berthoud, Cheyenne, Laramie, Grand Lake, and Lafayette.

Call us and set up your in-home (or in-office) consultation today!

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