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Awnings are a great sun protection system, but they can also protect us from high temperatures, providing maximum comfort for our home or our business. Sometimes, that comfort is truncated when there are strong gusts of wind, but do not worry because there are a large number of windproof awning models.
If there is a lot of wind in the area where you live, remember that you must choose an adequate awning, so that you do not get caught by surprise and in this way you can be prepared for when the wind makes its appearance.
Before starting, we must bear in mind that not all places have the same space. It is not the same as a terrace as a large attic and therefore, before choosing any awning, we must bear in mind not only the surface to cover but also if the place is prone to gusts of wind.
On a terrace, the most recommended are the vertical awnings accompanied by guides. Its capacity is very good resisting winds of up to 100 kilometers per hour. In case the awning is too long, it can always be divided into two for maximum safety at all times.
Another alternative for attics, patios or any other kind of open space, are the pergolas accompanied by vertical awnings. With a good structure and a secure fixation, this option has become one of the most demanded and effective for this kind of spaces.
These are just two examples of the awnings more resistant to the wind, but it never hurts to consult with experts, who will study each case in particular and advise on which is the most advisable awning for each case, always looking for maximum safety and satisfaction of each client.