Retractable Awnings
Shade When You Need It, Sun When You Want It
Seattle's Premier Choice for Retractable Awnings
As experts in lighting control and delivery, here at NW Natural Lighting we know the difference that strategically-placed shade can make in the enjoyment of your home. Retractable awnings help mitigate direct sunlight and sun glare, assist in temperature control, and transform outdoor areas into entertaining space that can be used year-round.
We offer our customers premium awning options from SummerSpace, made to fit any space and budget. Our awnings are manufactured using the highest-quality fabrics, supports, and motors, offering a seamless experience and reliable performance.
SummerSpace Awnings by NW Natural Lighting
Pro Series
- Available in Traditional, Semi-Cassette, or Full-Cassette models
- Optional Flexpitch on Traditional model lets you adjust the angle of the awning manually, giving coverage where you need it most!
- Available in custom sizes up to 26' wide and a projection up to 13'2"
- Customize with 100+ fabric choices and 5 SummerShield® Powder Coat Frame colors.
What's the difference?
Long story short, you really can't go wrong! Price range and the availability of options will vary from one shade series to the next. But, all of the SummerSpace Awning Series are manufactured with premier methods and materials. Our field experts are perfect resources to help you select which awning style works best for your budget and needs.
Awning Cassette Options
The awning cassette is the housing that encases your retractable awning when it is not in use. They come in different configurations depending on the level of protection desired:
Traditional (Open)
Traditional awnings, sometimes referred to as open awnings, are considered the basic model. The awning operates largely the same when deployed, but when retracted the fabric roll is left open to the elements without cover.
Traditional awnings are best utilized when a feature of the home, like wall projections or overhanging roofs, can protect the roll in lieu of a cassette.
Semi-Cassette
Semi-cassette awnings are an intermediate option between open and full-cassette awnings. They feature a protective cover, or "cassette," that partially encloses the retractable fabric when the awning is retracted. This cassette helps shield the fabric from dirt, debris, and harsh weather when not in use, prolonging its lifespan. However, the fabric still remains partially exposed even when the awning is fully retracted.
Full-Cassette
Features & Options
Motor & Remote Control
Operate your awning with a quiet, hidden, tubular motor with an all weather remote control. The manual override loop allows you to retract your awning in the event of a power outage.
Wind Sensor
Our Wind and Motion Sensor provides wind protection, retracting the awning automatically when winds exceed a safe speed
Flex-Pitch
The innovative Flex-Pitch design allows you to adjust the shoulder and front bar with hand-crank ease. You can even tilt your front bar for added custom comfort. Smoothly transition your awning angle for perfect shade.
*Available only in Pro Series Traditional Awnings
Awnings With Drop Shades
This add-on is actually a favorite among our customers; awnings with drop screens! With this unique setup, customers get maximum shade protection from the sun when it drops low in the sky. There are almost a dozen drop screen materials to choose from for your awning. You can opt for a neutral choice that is a direct match, or something bold to accent your awning color.
With just the touch of a button, your rechargeable battery operated motor will silently extend or retract your drop screen attached to your awning.
Quality Awnings Built to Last Generations
Not all retractable awnings are created equal. We use a chain, rather than a cable system. Chains are made up of interconnected metal links, which provide a higher level of tensile strength and resistance to wear and tear compared to cables. Our chain-driven mechanism distributes weight more evenly across the entire length of the chain, reducing the likelihood of sagging or uneven retraction.
SummerSpace backs up their quality with a warranty to match even.
Durable Fabrics With Extensive Selection
SummerSpace awnings utilize marine-grade Tempotest high-performance Italian fabric in your choice of over 100 stunning solids, stripes, textures and tweeds.
Premier Teflon and Hi-Clean fabric coatings offer customers exceptional, low-maintenance care. These coatings make fabrics repellant to water, grease, and oil, while also protecting against formation of mold and fungus.
How Do I Get My Awning Installed?
How Much Maintenance Is Required For An Awning?
This part is easy! SummerSpace™ utilizes a combination of superior engineering techniques and durable materials, creating a product with maximum longevity and minimal maintenance.
They use marinized Tempotest® fabrics treated especially to withstand countless years outdoors. Finished with enhancements such as Hi-Clean® and Teflon® Extreme fabric coating, the fabrics are waterproof and stain-resistant.
Commercial Awnings
Are you instead interested in an awnings, but for a business or commercial property?
Our Pro and Performance Series awnings are extremely durable and made to withstand continuous and repetitive use.
Business owners find that by controlling direct sunlight and offering comfortable, climate-controlled outdoor space, they greatly increase the time a customer will spend at their business. An awning installation is a popular option for pools, restaurants, patios, and more.
Your Local Awning Experts
NW Natural Lighting is a proud leader of awning sales and installations here in Western Washington. Our field experts and installers cover territories reaching as far north as Mount Vernon, and as far South as Olympia!
If you are interested in any type of window coverings for your home in the Greater Seattle Area, we are ready to help.
Interested in sampling our motorized retractable screens, or any of our natural lighting or ventilation products? Visit our showroom in Edmonds!