Do Alumawood Patio Covers Rust? How much maintenance do Alumawood kits require? How does the cost of Alumawood compare to that of real wood? What colors do the Alumawood Awning kits come in? Can Alumawood Covers handle heavy winds? Can Alumawood patio covers handle heavy snow loads? Will I be able to get permits once I have installed the cover? Can I obtain engineering specifications Alumawood Covers? How are Alumawood Patio Covers installed? What are the benefits of Alumawood? Do Alumawood Patio Covers come with a warranty? How long does it take for my product to arrive once I have placed an order?

Do Alumawood Patio Covers Rust? No, Alumawood patio cover products are manufactured from high-grade aluminum, they will not rust.  In addition Alumawood patio cover products are coated with a weather-resistant Tuffcoat paint finish that withstands even the harshest of conditions, including excessive moisture.  Read More About: Alumawood Patio Cover Awnings How much maintenance do Alumawood kits require? Alumawood patio cover products are easy to maintain and are virtually maintenance-free. Not only does the manufacturer create the end product, they also paint the Alumawood using a state-of-the-art continuous coating process and an extremely anti-corrosive siliconized polyester paint finish (Tuffcoat™). Generally, normal rainfall is sufficient to keep its appearance clean. It is also recommended that you periodically spray down the cover with a water and soap solution to rid the surface of dirt and/or lime build-up. Read About: Awning Maintenance How does the cost of Alumawood compare to that of real wood? The cost of an Alumawood Kit is comparable to that of a Wooden Patio Cover or carport. Although, with Alumawood, you will never have to worry about spending money and hours of backbreaking work to scrape, paint, and repair the structure.  And unlike real wood Alumawood is backed by a lifetime warranty against: cracking, peeling, fading, warping, and rotting.  Therefore, not only is Alumawood comparable in price, but in the long run it costs much, much less (and it looks better).  View: Alumawood Awning Information What colors do the Alumawood Awning kits come in? All Alumawood patio cover products are available in five classic colors: Sonora Beige, Adobe, White, Mojave Tan, and Desert Sand.  View: Alumawood Patio Cover Colors Can Alumawood Covers handle heavy winds? The typical Alumawood patio cover product is engineered to handle a 90mph wind load, but this varies.  If your area requires something in excess of a 90 mph wind load, we are able to increase the capability of the product.  Simply contact our office to discuss this option.  »» Contact one of our Awning Specialists about increasing live-load »» View Alumawood Patio Cover Engineering [Patient-Lg File] »» View Alumawood Patio Cover Brochure     Can Alumawood patio covers handle heavy snow loads? The typical Alumawood product is engineered to handle a 20lb. live load.  This means that it will support 20lbs. per square foot of snow or water on it.  However, if your area requires a greater live load, we are able to increase the weight handling capability.  Simply contact our office to discuss this option. »» Contact one of our Awning Specialists about increasing live-load »» View Alumawood Patio Cover Engineering [Patient-Lg File] »» View Alumawood Patio Cover Brochure Will I be able to get permits once I have installed the cover? Always check with your local permitting office or agency before beginning any work on your house. Alumawood patio cover products are fully engineered, meeting ICBO specification, which typically satisfies any permitting requirements.  We are committed assisting our customers in getting what they need to meet building code, so please do not hesitate to call or email us if you have specific concerns prior to making a purchase. »» Contact one of our Awning Specialists if you have questions »» View Alumawood Patio Cover Engineering [Patient-Lg File] Can I obtain engineering specifications Alumawood Covers? Alumawood Patio Cover Products adheres to ICBO engineering. A complete set of engineering specifications may be found in ICBO 2621-P. »» View Alumawood Patio Cover Engineering [Patient-Lg File] How are Alumawood Patio Covers installed? Alumawood Patio Covers are installed as either free-standing or attached to an existing structure (generally the house).  The posts can be installed with either brackets fastened to a concrete slab or with brackets embedded in concrete footings.  Installation time is dependent on the size of the cover. Most standard sizes, attached or freestanding, require less than 1-2 days of installation time.  Alumawood Patio Covers are a great weekend project. View: Alumawood Solid Patio Cover Installation Instructions View: Alumawood Lattice Patio Cover Installation Instructions What are the benefits of Alumawood? Alumawood Patio Cover Awnings are constructed of an embossed aluminum with a richly textured wood-grain finish. It has heavy header beams and a weather-resistant Tuffcoat™ paint finish that withstands the harshest conditions, including sun, rain, wind, and extreme temperatures.  Alumawood is virtually maintenance-free and stays looking new for years, because unlike real wood, Alumawood won’t: burn, crack, peel, warp, rot, or attract termites, and it does not rust.  Alumawood is also environmentally friendly, because it helps preserve our nation’s forests.  All Alumawood products are backed with a manufacturer’s lifetime warranty. Alumawood Patio Covers are offered in two different styles to suit your needs. If you want added shade but still prefer partial sun to shine through and don’t want to screen out refreshing breezes, our Lattice shade structure is the ideal solution. However, our Flat-Panel Solid Roof shade structure is the best choice for providing you and your outdoor furniture with maximum protection against the elements. You’ll be able to enjoy your outdoor living space even when the weather isn’t ideal. View: Alumawood Lattice Patio Covers View: Alumawood Solid Flat-Panel Patio Covers View: more about the benefits of an Alumawood Lattice Patio Awning   Do Alumawood Patio Covers come with a warranty? Yes, each Alumawood Patio Cover that we sell is provided with a written lifetime limited manufacturer’s warranty, against: peeling, cracking, fading, and rotting. »» View the Alumawood Patio Cover Lifetime Warranty How long does it take for my product to arrive once I have placed an order? Generally your Alumawood Awning will be delivered to your residence within 4 to 6 weeks.  Our company will keep you updated via email as to the status of your order throughout the process.  Additionally the shipping company will call to set up an exact delivery date and time.  All Alumawood Patio Cover Awning products are packaged, insured, and delivered by freight courier service to your residence or construction site.  view our awning, pergola, patio cover, and deck cover shipping and handling policies

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