When awnings made their debut well over a 120 years ago, they were very popular with shopkeepers as well as among homeowners. You could imagine their popularity with no air conditioners around! The materials that are used today have improved with technology over the years, but the basics remain the same canvas, steel and mounting hardware. With the shapes, colors and types of canvas that are available today awnings are even more customizable for an awning owner, but their purposes are still the same today as it was back then, to protect and shield interiors from the sun in addition to enhancing and beautifying your business or home.


Even this awning, painted on for the drug store back in the early 1900's, doubles as a sign.