{"id":45,"date":"2019-08-29T00:50:06","date_gmt":"2019-08-29T00:50:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dwwindows.com\/windows-blog\/?p=45"},"modified":"2019-09-10T17:53:25","modified_gmt":"2019-09-10T17:53:25","slug":"how-to-maintain-your-retractable-awning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dwwindows.com\/windows-blog\/how-to-maintain-your-retractable-awning\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Maintain Your Retractable Awning"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"line-height: 18.0pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif; color: black;\">Retractable awnings are an easy way to provide your deck with shade. \u00a0However, like any other part of your house, they need to be regularly maintained.\u00a0 Here are several tips to keep your awning lasting for many years:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 18.0pt;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif; color: black;\">Only use the awning to protect you from the sun:\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif; color: black;\">Retractable awnings are made to provide shade and for nothing else.\u00a0 Don&#8217;t use it as a trampoline or a place for your cat to hang out.\u00a0 You also shouldn&#8217;t use it as protection against rain, snow, wind, or other elements.\u00a0 Using the awning improperly may reduce its lifespan.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 18.0pt;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif; color: black;\">Retract your awning when you aren&#8217;t using it: <\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif; color: black;\">To keep your awning from being accidentally damaged, make sure to retract it when you aren&#8217;t using it.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 18.0pt;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif; color: black;\">Inspect the mechanical parts regularly: <\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif; color: black;\">Every now and then, inspect your awning&#8217;s mechanical parts.\u00a0Any moving parts should not be rusted or broken and should be working smoothly.\u00a0 Lubricate moving parts once a year and replace any broken parts immediately.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 18.0pt;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif; color: black;\">Regularly clean the retractable awning:\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif; color: black;\">Every month, you should clean the frame and fabric.\u00a0Cleaning the awning regularly helps avoid rust and dirt from building up and keeps the fabric or metal from breaking down. \u00a0Brush off any dirt or debris with a broom, wipe down the frame, then rinse off the fabric with cold water.\u00a0 Once a year, remove the fabric and clean it more thoroughly.\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 18.0pt;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif; color: black;\">Trim any nearby shrubs or trees:\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif; color: black;\">Trimming nearby trees and shrubs will keep your awning safe.\u00a0 Falling branches can damage the fabric.\u00a0 In addition, trees have an acid that can cause long-term damage to the fabric.\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 18.0pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif; 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