The Blake Co., Inc - Rockford, IL. - Solair® Pro Retractable Awning System

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 turn of a hand crank or the simple touch of the optional electric motor's remote control the Solair Pro retractable awning will create attractive added outdoor living space for relaxation and entertaining.

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

The Solair Pro Retractable awning is the Premium Level from the Solair brand retractable awnings systems.

Every Solair Pro retractable awning is custom made. They are available in sizes from 10 feet to 40 feet wide with 7 different folding arm sizes.

We recommend keeping the retractable awnings 20’ wide or less and use 2 or more awnings for larger coverage.

We also recommend that all retractable awnings over 20’ wide should be motorized. Actually, we recommend that all Solair Pro retractable awnings should be motorized for ease of use. You will use your Solair Pro retractable awning more often if you do not have to manually hand crank it in and out.

The "Arm Size" is the approximate distance that the awning will extend away from the wall.

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 usually requires the addition of a 2x8 or 2x10 wood header on top of the siding. Some soft wood siding will require the addition of a wood header, too.

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

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.

The Sunbrella awning fabric, manufactured by Glen Raven Mills, is a water and mildew resistant solution dyed woven acrylic fabric and it will hold their colors for many years.

The addition of the optional easy to use Somfy electric motor with remote control will allow you to use your Solair Pro retractable awning with just the simple touch of a button.

You will find that you will use your Solair Pro retractable awning more often if you do not have to manually hand crank it in and out. A manual override hand crank is also included with the motor option so you can still retract your awning if you loose electricity.

Weatherproof Remote Transmitter

The center button will stops the awning at any position.

With the electric motor option you may also wish to add the optional wireless wind sensor which mounts to the front bar.

This will automatically retract the awning when it detects wind generated movements. It is powered by 2 'AAA' batteries.

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.

Optional Wireless Wind Sensor

Sensor is painted to match frame color

Solair Pro Retractable Awning Cross Section
Dimensions are in Inches
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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.

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 Tri Vantage'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.