Before installing a free-standing awning in your home or garden, it can help to understand what a free standing awning is and how they are often used. This will allow you to make the best decision on the size and style of the awning, before investing time and money into what can sometimes be a pretty big undertaking.

What Size to Use 

If you want to use an awning to cover a large area, you will need a big awning. Because of their size, larger awnings often need to be permanently installed into the ground, which might not be a desirable feature. The other option is to use several smaller awnings, these are often portable and can be positioned wherever and whenever they are needed.

Consider The Weather

Because the awnings are outside, the weather is going to affect them. Always keep in mind the kind of weather that your home or garden regularly experiences before buying any awnings. If your garden is often exposed to heavy wind, you may need a more sturdy awning to tackle it.