So as some of you may have read elsewhere, I'm looking to do some shade and/or awnings for my outdoor patio. My current thought is just some coated steel cable, and use some hook/carabiner or just put ...

Dear Jerry: We have a Cape Cod-style home. We have no shade trees and would like to purchase exterior awnings to shade the windows that face the south and the west to help keep the house cool in the ...

They add color and distinction to the appearance of a home. But awnings can also play a big role in reducing air-conditioning costs and protecting carpets and draperies. "Probably the biggest plus is ...

porch swing, maybe you didn’t pay much attention to the overhang above you – the awning. These days, in all of its aluminum or fabric glory, that little piece of house is causing a great uproar in the ...