Stylish and simple, drop arm awnings are a classic way to shade windows and doors.
A drop arm awning does more than shade from above: the front arm drops down to block low sun, wind-driven rain, and overlooking neighbours, giving genuine side protection as well as overhead cover. It's particularly useful on balconies and smaller patios where shelter is needed from the side as well as above, and it's often better than a standard awning at cutting out strong afternoon or evening sun.
Unlike a standard awning, the drop arm awning won't provide cover for the area in front of the window.
Drop arm Awnings provide better shade for the window, they are the better choice if you don't need to shade the space in front.
Because the fabric sits outside the window on an extending arm, they block direct sun before it reaches the glass at all offering similar heat rejection to a fixed shutter, with the option to retract fully on overcast days.
