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Design Your Awning is your one-stop resource for beautiful, elegant awnings delivered right to your door.

Our unique collection of copper and metal awnings complement both modern and historic architectural styles, providing a touch of elegance and a lifetime of durability. In addition, these stylish awnings add to the value of your home or business, while also protecting doors and windows from the elements and reducing the amount of heat that enters your home.

We specialize in copper and metal awnings, including aluminum and steel in a wide range of beautiful colors.

The Concave Awning in Natural Copper with the Lazy Scrolls

The Juliet Awning in Bronze with the Lazy Scrolls

The Eyebrow Awning in Galvalume with the single Scrolls.

The Classic Awning in Bronze with the Single Scrolls on a tab.

The Juliet Awning in Bronze with the Single Scrolls

The Concave Awning in Rustic Copper with the Single Scrolls

The Juliet Awning in Natural Copper with a 4” front

The Concave Awning in Bronze with the Lazy Scrolls.

The Classic Awning in Bronze with the Single Scrolls.

The Concave Awning in Natural Copper with the Lazy Scrolls.

The Juliet Awning in Bronze with a 4” front.

The Classic Awning in Natural Copper with the Double Scrolls.

The Juliet Awning in Natural Copper with a 4” front

The Classic Awning in Bronze with the Single Scrolls on a tab

The Concave Awning in Galvalume with the Lazy Scrolls

The Juliet Awning in Natural Copper with a 2” front

The Classic Awning (Fascia Mount) in Bronze with the Lazy Scrolls

The Classic Awning in Bronze with the Straight Scrolls

The Juliet Awning in Natural Copper with the Lazy Scrolls

The Concave Awnings in Natural Copper with the Lazy Scrolls

The Juliet Awning in Tuxedo Gray with the Smith Scrolls

The Classic Awning in Natural Copper with the Single Scrolls

The Romeo Awning in Bronze with the Single Scrolls

The Classic Copper in Natural Copper with the Lazy Scrolls

The Concave Awning in Natural Copper with the Lazy Scrolls

The Classic Awning in Bronze with the Lazy Scrolls

The Wedge Awning in Natural Copper with a 4” front

The Concave Awning in Bronze with Lazy Scrolls

The Juliet Awning in Natural Copper with a 4” front

The Juliet Awning in Natural Copper with the Lazy Scrolls

The Classic Awning (Fascia Mount) in Bronze with Lazy Scrolls on tab

The Juliet Awning in Natural Copper with the Lazy Scrolls.

The Classic Awning in Sherwood Green with the Single Scrolls.

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Metal Awnings

New York is where you’ll live through bouts of mixed and unexpected weather no matter what time of year it is. It is pretty hard to predict the weather in this region as snows, rains, and even harsh hot sunlight are common. The best way to prepare for this mixed weather of NYC is by installing a metal awning.

A perfectly constructed awning with the right size and dimensions can be installed anywhere. The construction of metal door awnings and metal window awnings has been a trend for decades. If you like to experiment, you can even get custom metal front porch awnings, saving you from unexpected rains during your yard parties. If you have a fairly strong greenhouse or garden shed, there’s a good possibility we can make an awning to match the space. You can also try a standing seam for it.

Want to know more about custom metal awnings? The next segment is for you!

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What are Custom Metal Awnings?

With a custom metal awning, you can request practically any color, type, or size of metal awning for your house by working with our company. Our goal is to provide you with awnings that you will enjoy and cherish for many years.

Metal Door Awning

Your front door and house will look elegantly framed and accented with a well-designed front metal door awning. Besides adding beauty to your house, a metal door awning has many other advantages. The most apparent advantage is that this type of awning blocks out unnecessary heat from entering your home. Due to this awning, you will witness a drop in your energy bills over time.

It also shields you and your home from outside elements. Picture this, you are fetching your keys in the bag during a rainstorm. In this case, having a metal door awning will be a practical solution to ensure that you don’t get drenched and stay protected. It also makes the entrance door and steps less prone to damage and effects of rot and decay. A door awning also provides a lovely and safe outdoor spot to relax in.

Metal Window Awnings

Metal window awnings have been popular in NYC for decades, and rightfully so! Awnings for windows increase the value, elegance, and functionality of your home. They allow you to install windows that are higher than many other kinds of windows. Awnings that are placed high allow for optimum natural light flow and ventilation while also providing maximum privacy for your home. 

Metal window awnings help you save money on your energy bills. Further, it also adds style and convenience. It ensures that more wall space is available as a result of higher-placed windows, which can be used for art, furniture, or design placement. Even during a hailstorm or rainfall, window awnings protect the building from hail, rainwater, and moisture.

Metal window awnings are designed to provide optimal ventilation while preventing water from entering your property. This type of awnings also provides a strong wind seal.

Metal Building Awnings

Metal awnings can be attached to your commercial building, providing you with a cost-effective space with numerous benefits. It is a great add-on to use for identifying your company.

Metal building awnings protect from adverse climate conditions and help you save on utility bills. Additionally, you can also use them as an outdoor eating area or as a carport to protect cars from hail and rain around your building.

Metal Front Porch Awnings

As our metal awnings are customizable and versatile, you can even add one to your front porch for beautifying it and improving privacy and protection. These make a great addition to outdoor space.

You can attach metal front porch awnings to nearly any structure with ease. They can also help you save money on your utility bills, and they come in several shapes and colors. You can fix or retract metal awnings for porches.

Retractable metal front porch awnings can be controlled by hand or by an electric motor. Some custom awnings come with remote controls that allow you to control the awning from within your home.

Metal House Awnings

Metal house awnings not only protect you and your family from the weather but also create a whole new place for outdoor life. Having a metal awning over your seating area provides instant shelter from summers, winters, rain, or shine.

In addition, custom metal house awnings by our team at Fortuna Visual Group can easily enhance the looks and ambiance of your place. Get in touch with our professionals today to book an appointment.

Metal Awnings And Canopies

A canopy system installed in your home also prevents the sun from entering your home, lowering the overall temperature. In the summer, it cools your home, reducing the need for air conditioning.

Custom metal awnings and canopies may feature lighting, heaters, fans, and other electrical things for recreation purposes, making it a suitable spot for outdoor enjoyment regardless of the weather.

Our metal house awnings and canopies increase the home’s value by providing more living space. This is a benefit that adds to the comfort and charms of your home.

 Materials

The metal awnings that we offer are usually made out of 3 types of materials. They are as follows:

Iron and steel awnings are a stunning choice for any structure. They are heavy and sturdy. Although they are robust, they bring a different look to the area.

Copper awnings are the ideal choice for metal awnings since they are a strong, long-lasting material that is worth your money. They go with every home or company and come in a range of styles.

Aluminum awnings come under the least expensive metal awning option with a softer and lighter material. 

Sizes

You can select sizes as you need for our custom metal awnings, and we’ll make it for you. Width sizes for awnings usually begin from 0.5 meters. The general width for front porch metal awnings is around 3.5 meters. However, you can choose it according to your requirements.

If you have any questions or concerns about measuring for an awning or the installation procedure, don’t hesitate to contact Fortuna Visual Group today! For more information contact us at [email protected], or give us a call at +1 646-383-8682.

Benefits
  1. Our custom metal awnings keep your family, your employees, your clients, and you from going out into the rain, snow, or ice without first grabbing an umbrella.
  2. Metal awnings over windows can help to keep the interior of your home or company building cool throughout the summer.
  3. Awnings made of metal are significantly more durable than those made of cloth or wood.
  4. Awnings made of metal are more aesthetically pleasing.
  5. Metal awnings are a better long-term investment than fabric or wood awnings since they are more durable.

Why Should You Go For Custom Metal Awnings Made by Fortuna Visual Group?

We specialize in creating custom metal awnings for clients throughout New York City. We assure you that you can expect the highest quality products from Fortuna Visual Group.

Our team provides fast product delivery and hassle-free custom metal awnings installation at a fair and upfront price. At Fortuna Visual Group, we guarantee you that there will be no hidden charges for our services. You can always reach out to our friendly customer support if you have any queries or requests related to our products.

FAQ

How much do metal awnings and canopies cost approximately?

Metal awnings come in a variety of styles, sizes, and shapes, all of which have an impact on the final cost. A metal awning can cost anywhere from $400 to $1,200. Steel awnings for residential and commercial areas usually cost more than fabric awnings as they tend to last longer.

Are our metal awnings outdated, or are they still in trend?

Awnings have been used to decorate and protect doors, windows, houses, and shops for many decades. Even though it seems like a decade old, Fortuna Group’s custom metal awnings are anything but outdated. Our professionally designed metal and steel awnings are versatile, attractive, and built to suit your house’s style.

How long does Fortuna Visual Group metal awnings last?

With proper care and maintenance, your metal and steel awnings can last you for years and even decades. The metal frames by our company Fortuna Visual Group, are built to last a lifetime. Generally, our metal awnings can last you nearly 30 years or even more.

How much does it cost to install a custom metal awning?

Awnings have a lot to contribute to a home’s exterior. Usually, 2 important factors decide the cost of awning installation and canopy system. Those are:
Zip Code (the location where you reside impacts awning installation prices)
Square Feet (the size of the awning)
Other than that, the job’s size and conditions will determine the final cost.

Which front door hinges to choose: hidden or external?

01/16/2020

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Entrance door hinges are divided into two main types - hidden and external. In this article, we will figure out which ones are better to choose and why?

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Door hinges: functions and features

To begin with, let's determine what functions the front door itself performs - to ensure safety, be reliable, durable and convenient in daily use. All elements of a high-quality door work for these tasks, including door hinges.

Loops must:

All this is important to consider when choosing the type of door hinges. Loops are external or hidden, with or without bearing. Consider the advantages and disadvantages of each type.

Hidden hinges

Pros and cons of concealed hinges

Hidden internal hinges are installed inside the door structure, namely in a box that is mounted on the wall. Many manufacturers claim that this is the best option for hinges, since they are not visible on the door (which certainly adds to the aesthetics), and most importantly, hidden hinges cannot be cut down.

At the same time, it is necessary to take into account the entire design of a modern front door. Entrance doors are now equipped with anti-removable crossbars - metal pins that are installed at the end of the door and, when closed, enter the grooves on the box. More advanced models have deviators - these are retractable mechanisms with several bolts that automatically extend when the door is closed. So even when cutting the hinges, the door will remain in the doorway and the thief will not be able to get into the apartment using this method.

Door with hidden hinges

Hidden front door hinges

Cons of hidden hinges

We will not consider cheap low-quality hidden hinges - these simply cannot cope with the load, and the door will quickly become unusable. But there are also enough minuses for high-quality hidden loops.

The main one is that hidden hinges prevent the door from opening wider than 100 degrees. And this will cause you problems when you bring, for example, furniture.

An entrance door with good hidden hinges is expensive, because they are installed in the door structure itself, and the hidden hinges themselves are expensive mechanisms. This means that manufacturing becomes more complicated, and any complication in production leads to an increase in the cost of the product. In addition, hidden hinges reduce the reliability of the structure, because most of the door frame is cut out for their installation.

Also, a door with hidden hinges has lower rates of tightness. Due to the design features, only one seal circuit can be installed in such a door. The seal is responsible for the tight fit of the door to the frame and cuts off negative external factors - noise, smells, cold air and dust do not get into the apartment. To do this, the door must have at least two seal contours.

So it turns out that hidden hinges have only one significant plus - a more aesthetic appearance of the door.

External hinges

Pros and cons of external hinges

External hinges are welded to the outside of the door and are visible from the outside. First about the cons. It is believed that such loops are less reliable, because attackers can cut them down and get into the apartment. But as we have already said, anti-removable crossbars eliminate this risk. Also, hardened steel rods are installed in the outer hinges, which resist sawing.

In addition, cutting loops is too long and noisy process. Thieves rarely resort to this method. So it can not be considered a significant drawback.

Another thing is that a door with external hinges looks less aesthetically pleasing than with hidden ones. However, now manufacturers make external hinges small and paint the same color as the door.

Entrance door with external hinges

External door hinges

Benefits of external hinges

External hinges allow you to open the door to 180 degrees. So, there will be no problems to bring a wardrobe or sofa. The cost of the door does not increase due to the installation of external hinges, because these elements are simply welded from the outside. And they do not affect the number of sealing circuits. This means that you can choose an entrance door with high rates of sound insulation and sound insulation.

Reliable door hinges made of high-quality steel can easily withstand even very heavy entrance doors. There is a norm for installing hinges depending on the weight of the door structure. An ordinary apartment door, as a rule, is installed on two hinges. More massive street doors for cottages and private houses are already installed with three hinges.

At the same time, it is important to consider not only these hidden or external loops, but also whether they have a bearing.

Door hinges with and without bearing

A hinge without a bearing consists of an axis of rotation and a cap that covers it. Typically, such hinges cannot withstand a load of more than 70 kg and quickly become unusable due to constant friction when opening and closing the door.

The bearing is installed in the loop and evenly distributes the load throughout the structure. Hinges with bearings are more reliable, last longer and cope with a load of even 150 kg. And it is more convenient to open a door with hinges that have a bearing, because the movement is smooth and balanced.

In hidden loops, as a rule, it is impossible to install bearings, so they wear out faster.

Bearings in door hinges are different. The most common type of bearing is with balls. Due to the streamlined shape of the metal balls, the door slides smoothly and the hinge wears out much more slowly. Ball bearings also differ:

Hinges with radial support bearings

Recently, other options for bearings in door hinges have appeared. For example, the bearing in the form of a cylinder is becoming popular. However, it is in the door that this is not the best option due to the large weight of the door, since the cylinder wears out faster than the balls.

If the door hinges are damaged, this negatively affects the operation of the entire door structure. The door does not close well, unevenly rises in the opening, sags. Therefore, the choice of door hinges in the door should be approached thoughtfully.

And how exactly - let's summarize:

An entrance door with such hinges will last a long time and will be easy to use. That is why Torex entrance doors are equipped with reliable external hinges with a hardened rod and a radial rolling bearing.

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Canopy over the porch and front door of a private house: photos of examples

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A canopy over the porch located in front of the front door is an indispensable element of the decor of a country house. Based on the appearance of the entrance and facade, guests get the first impression of the house itself. Also, the visor is necessary to protect the outside of the door from precipitation.

Contents of the article

  1. Types of awnings and awnings
  2. Variants of awning shapes
  3. Single pitched
  4. Double pitched, triple pitched
  5. Semicircular

    Most often, over the entrance of private houses broadcast small visors, which are enough to protect the porch and the entrance. But, some owners of country cottages equip wide awnings, and the sides are sewn up from the wind. Such structures in the summer are used for recreation, like terraces.

    According to the type of installation, canopies are divided into supporting and hinged products. The first are massive structures that require reliable fastening. They are installed on wooden or metal supports, and the side part is attached to the wall of the building.

    Hanging canopies are small lightweight structures that are fixed only above the front door. Most often, they perform only decorative functions, as they are not able to protect against heavy rain or snowfall.

    Do-it-yourself photos of finished structures will help you make canopies over the front door of a private house. This makes it much easier to decide on the shape and design of the canopy for your residential building.

    Variants of forms of canopies

    The complexity of its manufacture and installation depends on the design of the canopy. When choosing its form, not only decorative functions are taken into account, but also the location of the house, the climatic conditions of the region, the very purpose of the canopy and its maintainability.

    Single slope

    This is the simplest awning option, both in terms of structure and design. Anyone can mount it on their own, since in this case it is not required to have deep knowledge in the field of construction.

    Shed roofs are used in the arrangement of supporting canopies and open summer terraces. So that leaves of trees, water and snow do not accumulate on them, they are made under a slope. As the floor material, slate or corrugated board is most often used.

    Double pitched, triple pitched

    Double pitched porch awnings to match rustic and classic styles. Such structures look spectacular when they are made entirely of wood or covered with tiles. Such peaks turn out to be quite heavy, so supporting pillars are equipped under them.

    The tri-slope canopy is a more complex gable roof construction. It looks more attractive, but making it with your own hands is already much more difficult.

    Semi-circular

    Semi-circular porch awnings previously cut from metal sheets. Today, transparent cellular polycarbonate is more often used. This building material is quite light, bends well, so it is easy to work with it. At the same time, designs using polycarbonate look presentable.

    For designers, this building material, which manufacturers produce in different colors, is a real find for the realization of their ideas. It is possible to make semicircular not only a small visor near the front door to the house, but also an overlap for the entire facade of the building.

    Figured

    For the manufacture of a canopy of complex figured shape, you need to have extensive experience in the construction industry, so it is difficult to do it yourself. Such designs not only attract the attention of everyone around, but also cause admiration among many connoisseurs of art.

    For the construction of shaped canopies, craftsmen use roofing materials that are easier to process. These are monolithic (cellular) polycarbonate and soft tiles. Figured roof can be of different designs: concave, polygonal, in the form of a dome and other shapes.

    Canopy materials

    In today's building materials market, there are many options for roofing. Each material has its own design features, technical and operational characteristics, advantages and disadvantages. All these parameters must be taken into account when choosing a roof covering for awnings over the front doors to a country cottage.

    Polycarbonate

    This material is suitable for bridging the front doors of private houses made of building blocks or bricks. Polycarbonate does not go well with wooden structures.

    The material has an attractive appearance, has good performance characteristics, so it is quite in demand on the construction market. Steel frames are ideal for transparent cellular polycarbonate.

    The main advantages of the material: plasticity, flexibility, light weight. Therefore, it is easy to work with it and you can create products of complex geometric shapes. At the same time, transparent polycarbonate is strong enough, resistant to mechanical shocks. That is, such a canopy will withstand any rain, hail and snow.

    The only drawback is that the material loses its aesthetic properties under constant UV exposure. When used from the sunny side for a canopy of transparent polycarbonate without a special protective film, the material will become cloudy after 2 years of operation.

    Metal sheets

    Steel sheets for roof decking - this is the most budget option. But, to work with them, you need to have certain skills.

    Material advantages: reliability, strength, long service life.

    Disadvantages: prone to corrosion, strong water noise from rain or hail.

    For roofing, it is recommended to use metal sheets made of special alloys with anti-corrosion properties.

    Metal tile

    Metal tile is a modern roofing material characterized by high strength, long service life and unique appearance. You can cover the visor with metal tiles yourself without the involvement of experienced roofers. The material is perfect for any design execution of the facade of the building.

    Disadvantages of metal tiles: very hot in the sun, poor sound insulation performance.

    Profiled sheets

    Profiled sheets are easier to work with than metal tiles. This material is cheaper and easier to mount on the roof. The finished canopy of corrugated board has an attractive appearance. It does not require additional surface painting.

    The only drawback of the building material is that it is not resistant to mechanical damage.

    Do-it-yourself canopy over the porch

    In order to independently make a reliable canopy, at the same time attractive in appearance, and then install it over the front door in a private house, the event must be divided into several stages. A design project is preliminarily created, then a selection and calculation of building materials is carried out. Only after that you can begin the installation of the canopy itself.

    Design, calculations

    Any canopy must first be designed on paper and make the appropriate calculations. The drawing must indicate the dimensions of all structural elements. According to them, the calculation of the amount of building materials, fasteners is carried out.

    When designing a canopy, the width of the front door to the house must be taken into account, to which 30-50 cm is additionally added. The resulting value is the minimum width of the canopy. That is, if the width of the door is 90 cm, then the canopy must be at least 1 m 10 cm.

    The canopy is designed at an angle of 20-30 degrees. The slope is selected depending on the width of the visor (the wider the canopy, the greater the angle of inclination).

    Wooden blocks, steel profiles or corners can be used to make the frame for the canopy. Some order forged frames, then cover them with roofing to their own taste. Forged products are more expensive.

    Installation of structure

    When erecting the frame for the canopy of the front door, it is necessary to take into account which roofing material will be used. The heavier it is, the stronger the supporting structure must be made.

    If a metal tile or slate is planned as a roofing, then it is recommended to use an iron corner or bars measuring 5x10 cm for the frame.

    Anchor bolts are used to fix the frame to the facade of the building, and the section of its connection with the wall is covered with a protective strip. Supports are additionally installed under heavy canopies. The support posts are inserted into pre-dug holes, covered with gravel, reinforced and concreted.

    After fixing the frame to the posts and the house, it remains to cover the roof. The mounting option depends on the selected roofing material. Metal tiles or profiled sheets are screwed to the base with metal screws.

    Cellular polycarbonate is also fastened with self-tapping screws, but through thermal washers, while the ends must be sealed with a special tape. Under the laying of slate, a wooden crate is arranged, to which it is nailed with special slate nails.

    Expert advice

    Metal undergoes corrosion, which destroys its structure. Therefore, in order to extend the period of operation of the metal structure, it is carefully cleaned, covered with several layers of primer, then with a paint and varnish composition. After complete drying, the product can be painted. For painting it is recommended to use high-quality oil enamels.

    If a reinforced concrete slab is used as a canopy, it must be covered with a layer of waterproofing on top. To do this, you can use bituminous mastic. Sections of the connection of the roof with the facade are also processed.

    If the canopy is a solid wooden structure, the building material is pre-treated with special compounds against decay and fire.

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