Is a retractable awning or wood louvered “ceiling” less expensive for a deck?

Can you answer Tracy R’s question about Canopies?:

We have a 10′ x 20′ deck that faces west and gets HOT (Colorado). Would it be less expensive to get a retractable fabric awning or have someone build a wood lattice roof?

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3 Responses to “Is a retractable awning or wood louvered “ceiling” less expensive for a deck?”

  1. stevetower on June 1st, 2009 6:12 pm

    Canopies Feedback: A wooden cover that keeps out most of the sun will be much more expensive but look nicer.

  2. sensible_man on June 2nd, 2009 5:44 am

    Canopies Feedback: You can check out Sunsetter Awnings website for prices on retractable awnings. It will probably be cheaper than building any wood cover.

  3. geistswoman on June 3rd, 2009 2:42 am

    Canopies Feedback: I’m pretty sure a retractable awning would be less expensive….plus on cool nights you can retract it and still enjoy the night sky!

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