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DIY

We are active DIYers who love projects. Whether we’re getting inspiration from the most recent HGTV shows, Pinterest or our local Lowe’s, we are always looking for ways to make our house feel more like a home.
We’ve compiled a list of our favorite DIY projects on awnings, canopies, gazebos and other shade structures. If you are an blogger in this space, and you’d like to write a guest article for us, please reach out to us via twitter.

Awning Painting Guide

Step-by-Step Tutorial to paint your awning like a professional.

Best Colors for your Awning

Our designers will help you pick the right shade for your shade.

Our Research Process

Behind the scenes tips and secrets to choosing the right awnings.

Guide to Mow Strips

Step-by-Step Tutorial for beautiful lawn care.

Cleaning Alminum Awning

Exhaustive guide to expertly clean, polish and paint metal awnings.

Join Our Team

Want to be part of a motivated, positive group that likes building things?

Complete Awning Repair Guide

Awnings are great investment, but they do require upkeep. Here is our pro guide.

Outdoor Lighting Guide

Learn the secrets to make your outdoor patio space the beatiful in the evenings.

Soloar Panels on Awnings?

We love green energy, and awnings are an awesome placement options.

Winterize your Awning

Best tips to prepare your patio and awnings for winter.

Awning Maintenance Guide

Learn how to double the lifespan of your awning and keep it looking fresh.

Guide to Measuring n Awnings

Step-by-Step guide to measure an awnings for fabric replacement and repairs.

Guide to Waterproofing

Learn which fabrics are waterproof and which are not. Which is right for you.

Awning Weight - Aluminum Awning Weight - Aluminum

Need to know how much your awning weighs? We have a guide for aluminum awnings.

Last Updated:March 15, 2026