How To Update Old Aluminum Awnings

I could leave the windows open in a light rain when the awnings were there offering protection.

How to update old aluminum awnings.

Luckily there was no major structural damage but the repairs included minor roof work new siding on the front of the house and replacement of the storm door and an awning over the front porch that got crushed. I don t know how well paint would stick to them. If you want to remove the ones in the front see about taking them to a metal recycling place you might be pleasantly surprised at what you will get for them. They are also sometimes used to provide cover for decks.

Update the look of your old canvas awnings with brand new aluminum awnings. Awnings are often made out of a metal including aluminum. It might end up peeling off which would be worse. Awnings are generally used to provide protection over windows and outside doors.

Then after all that if the awnings still look off i would experiment with adding a exterior grade clear protective finish on top of the existing paint. I think those awnings are aluminum. Give us a call for your free quote today. Go to your local neighborhood paint store and get the recommendation of a paint professional as to exactly what product to use and then test it out in an inconspicuous area.

The awnings offer wonderful protection from the rain on the windows as well. However when we started to prep that side of the house for painting and we removed the awnings every little sprinkle hit the windows and there was no keeping them open. I d leave them as is i think they will grow on you. Because they are outside and exposed to the weather awnings will occasionally have to be repainted.