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Solair® Select Semi-Cassette Retractable Awning System

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Blake Awning is the Solair Retractable Awning dealer for the Rockford, Illinois area.  Should you live outside of the Rockford area we will be happy to sell you a Solair Retractable Awning and ship it to you to install yourself.

To find a Solair Retractable Awning dealer in your area visit this web site www.peopleloveshade.com and select "Where To Buy" found near the top of the web page.

Use your patio or deck on a hot day by covering your deck or patio with comfortable shade in just minutes!

With just the simple touch of the electric motor's remote control the Solair Select retractable awning will create attractive added outdoor living space for relaxation and entertaining.

And if the Solair Select retractable awning is also shading your patio doors or any windows then it will help to keep your home cooler, too!

The Solair Select Retractable awning is the Mid Level from the Solair brand retractable awnings systems.

Solair Select Retractable Awning Features:

• Somfy motor with hand-held remote control operation. 
• Wind sensor to help protect your awning and home from wind damage.
• Semi-cassette design so no storage hood is needed.
• Hand winding brace pitch adjustment for maximum sun control.
• No support braces or posts to set up and walk into.  The front of the awning is supported by spring loaded folding arms.
• All of the hardware is stainless steel.
• White aluminum frame with electrostatic powder coating to give the frame a corrosion-resistant, high-quality finish.
• Choose from three Sunbrella solid fabric colors and eleven stripe fabric colors.
• TÜV Certification.  TÜV is an international product safety and quality assurance testing company.

Solair Select Retractable Awning Sizes:

Available in Three Widths
11 feet 11 inches Wide - 4 Mounting Brackets
15 feet 8 inches Wide - 4 Mounting Brackets
19 feet 5 inches Wide - 6 Mounting Brackets

Arm Projection
9 feet 10 inches Out From Building

Solair Select Retractable Awning Mounting Requirements: 

A flat mounting area 9¼ inches high with no pipes, wires or other obstructions.

Mounting brackets must be firmly attached to the wall, ceiling or roof at the wall studs, ceiling beams or roof rafters.

Mounting to vinyl or aluminum siding is possible but may require the addition of a 2x8 or 2x10 wood header on top of the siding.  Some soft wood siding may require the addition of a wood header, too.

With a 7 feet front bar ground clearance the recommended wall mounting height is:

• Minimum Wall Mounting Height – 7 feet 10 inches
• Ideal Wall Mounting Height – 9 feet 6 inches

A hand winding brace and pitch adjustment gear allows shade control from 5° to 45°.

If insufficient wall height for a proper pitch is available, insufficient wall space for the mounting brackets, or you wish to use a canopy during windy days or when it is raining then a Frame Canopy may be the best solution to shade your deck or patio.

Solair Select Retractable Awning Includes:

• White Frame with motor operation.  The electrical cord is on the right-hand side and plugs into any standard outlet.  on the right-hand side.
• Weatherproof remote transmitter.
• Wireless wind sensor.  This may help to protection to your awning and home from possible damage if you accidentally forget to retract your awning when it is windy.
• Hand winding brace for pitch adjustment.
• Wall mount brackets.
• Choice of 14 Sunbrella fabric colors with an 8" valance.
• "Normal" installation in the Rockford, IL area.  Motor freight shipping at a nominal charge should you live outside of the Rockford installation area.

Sunbrella awning fabric, manufactured by Glen Raven Mills, is a water and mildew resistant solution dyed woven acrylic fabric with a manufacturer's limited 10 year warrantee.

Solair Select Retractable Awning Options:

• Ceiling/soffit mount brackets.
• Roof mount brackets.  Roof mount is strongly cautioned.  Should the unit not be located close enough to the roof's edge, access to the gear operation hooks may be limited.

Solair Select Retractable Awning Mounting Brackets:

Wall Mounting Bracket
Dimensions are in Millimeters
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Ceiling / Soffit Mounting Bracket
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Solair Select Retractable Awning Cross Section
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Solair Select Retractable Awning Warranty Information:

• The Tri Vantage, LLC Solair Select retractable awning limited warranty covers the awning framework to be free of defects in workmanship or materials for 5 years from the date of the original installation.

• The warranty does not cover damage due to faulty installation, acts of God like ice, snow, hail, high winds, vandalism, neglect, or improper use.

• Tri Vantage  will not assume liability for any damage to the structure to which the awning is attached to or any damage to the property located underneath or near the awning.

• Motorized Solair Select retractable awnings include a 5 year warranty on the Somfy motor and a 1 year warranty on the electronic controls.

Solair Retractable Awning Recommended Usage Tips:

ALWAYS leave your Solair retractable awning in the stored position when you are not home.

NEVER leave your Solair retractable awning out during high winds or storms.

Solair retraceable awnings are designed for sun protection.  They are not designed to withstand high winds or heavy rain.

With an ideal pitch the awning may be used in a light rain but only if it is monitored at all times!

It is recommended that you do not use your Solair retractable awning in winds greater than 20 to 25 MPH.  Generally speaking, if it is too windy to read a newspaper comfortable outside then it is probably too winding to use your Solair retractable awning.

Company History:

Tri Vantage, LLC (formally The Astrup Company) was established in 1876 and carries one of the most comprehensive and complete collections of fabrics, hardware and finishing supplies for the manufacture of awnings, patio canopies, porch curtains, boat covers, tarpaulins, and many other canvas products.  Visit Astrup’s web site at: www.trivantage.com .

Glen Raven Mills, Inc. was established in 1902 and manufactures quality products for textile and related industries throughout the world including the Sunbrella and Dickson solution dyed acrylic awning fabrics.  Visit Glen Raven’s web site at: www.glenraven.com.

Somfy Systems, Inc. is the world's largest manufacturer of specialized tubular motors, controls and sensors, and has been in business for nearly 30 years.  Visit Somfy’s web site at: www.somfysystems.com.

The Blake Co., Inc. is your local Rockford, Illinois dealer for Solair retractable awnings using Glen Raven fabrics and Somfy motors, controls and sensors.  "Blake Awning" has been family owned and operated since 1889.  You can expect only friendly, personal, and reliable service from us.

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