The Good Canopy Guide What Makes a Good Canopy?


Choosing the correct canopy can be a daunting prospect as there are many different products and design options to choose from. Selecting a suitable canopy system is the first step, something that suits your needs, the intended use and the location. There will then be further choices to make about the fixing, roof covering, colour and any accessories.


To help you make those choices in an informed way, that ensures you get the outside weather protection you need, we have created this handy guide. It will explain the merits of the different options for materials and structure types and guide you through the key decisions to ensure you make the best choice for your site.


Here is our step by step guide to help you choose the perfect shade structure. 1. Frame Construction


Our canopies are constructed from aluminum, steel or glulam timber.


Aluminum is the most popular material we use for our free standing and wall mounted canopies. This construction offers a strong framework which is durable, long lasting and can be finished in any RAL colour. Aluminium is also fully recyclable and cost effective.


Steel is also a popular material for our canopies as it is strong, robust and has an excellent architectural look and finish. Steel frames can be powder coated to any RAL colour enabling the structure to fit in with your surroundings seamlessly.


Glulaminated Timber is increasingly popular with our customers as it provides good looks, strong structures and cost effective coverage of large spaces. It is made from sustainable sources. It can be curved or straight and wall mounted or free standing, depending on your needs.


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