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   RichBeckman | Jul 30, 2003 07:25am | #1

   I have installed one Sunsetter. That thing is damn slick. I believe the one I put in is twelve feet wide and extends out ten feet, motorized. Hit the remote and out it goes, stop it whereever you want. I only installed it a couple of months ago, but my sense (what little sense I have) of it is that the materials used are high quality.

   When I asked about awnings here leading up to that install, the Sunsetter got good reviews.

   If you have the eight vertical inches of wall space, or a level soffit to mount it to then installation is extremely easy. I was dealing with a sloped soffit so it was a pain in the butt.

   It did require a second person to help lift it onto the brackets and to adjust the slope.

   Having said all of that, I don't like it much. It looks weird sticking out all that way with no support. Also, I don't feel it creates a nice outdoor space...I feel a bit claustophobic with the slope. Then there is the weather problems. Be sure you have it rolled up if it starts raining (or if there are strong winds).

   If you are using it to keep the sun out of the interior of the house, I think it is a good solution. If you are trying to create outdoor space, I would go with something else. I think the Sunshade product looks good in the brochures (only place I've seen it). Not familier with Durasol.

   Rich Beckman

   Another day, another tool.

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   Racer1 | Jul 30, 2003 05:38pm | #2

   Good morning,

   I used to own a sign + awning shop . . . retractable awnings made by ' Eastern Awning Systems Inc ' ( Watertown, CT.  800 / 274-9218 ) are very high quality - they're designed for commercial applications.

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   MattMcGowan | Jul 31, 2003 02:23am | #3

   Thanks for the input.  From what I've found so far the Sunsetter price is untouchable.  That's what has me slightly worried.  Thanks again for the suggestion.

   Matt

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   loosescrew | Jul 31, 2003 02:39am | #4

   Have you looked at  Shadetree brand of sun shades? I looked at several options and went with them... the system is good from my point of view. I can try to post a pic later.   http://www.shadetreecanopies.com

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   RichBeckman | Jul 31, 2003 06:35am | #5

   Shadetree!!! What did I say??? Sunshade?? Geez.

   I meant Shadetree!!

   At least I've already alluded to what little sense I have....

   Rich Beckman

   Another day, another tool.

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   MattMcGowan | Aug 02, 2003 07:59pm | #6

   Does Shadetree manufacture a lateral arm awing?  I looked at their website and it appears that all of their products require a fixed frame to remain over the deck.

   Matt

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   RichBeckman | Aug 03, 2003 05:00am | #7

   "...it appears that all of their products require a fixed frame to remain over the deck."

   That is my understanding, yes.

   Rich Beckman

   Another day, another tool.