How to choose a colour for your commercial awning

The colour that you choose for your commercial awning can say a lot about your business, and is ultimately a decision that should not be taken lightly. Read on for some practical tips to consider when selecting the colour of your awning.

Will the Colour Match the Design of Your Building?

Your awning should most likely match the design of your architectural layout. If your layout is traditional, colors such as dark greens, blues, or neutrals will work well. If your business premesis is more colonial, stripes are recommended, and If your building is more on the modern side, bright colors could add its visual appeal. Make sure that whatever colour you choose is not too overwhelming and doesn’t entirely envelop the building.

Will Stains Be an Issue?

When choosing the colour of your commercial awning it is important to think about the location and the surroundings of your business. If you are surrrounded by heavy foliage or a large presence of birds, your awning is likely to suffer from stains, so a darker colour may be the best course of action. Black is the top recommended color for hiding stains. Colours such as green, blue, and brown work well for hiding stains too. Yellow tends to be a colour that needs to be cleaned constantly. If you are surrounded by foliage, birds your awning can be constantly covered by debris.

Will the Colour Fade?

You want your awning to last so choosing a colour that can fade easily is not suggested. Yellows, blues, and greens are known to resist fading while reds can easily fade. Do you live in a region where the weather is unpredictable? Maybe you live in a dry, arid region where the sun constantly beams down on your building. The sun can help the colour on awning fabric fade faster. These are things to consider when it comes to thinking about the longevity of colour of your commercial awning. It's worth noting that in general, your commercial awning should go at least five years, if not ten or more, without showing major fading - so this might not be an issue to worry about right off the bat.

Broadview Outdoor Shading Solutions is the leading supplier of shop awnings across the South and our experienced team has earned a fantastic reputation for quality workmanship, products and customer service. To learn more about how a shop awning can help boost your sales, or arrange a free, no obligation design consultation, call us today on 01202 679012 or complete and submit our online contact form.