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Shop Affordable Awnings Our range of cheap awnings covers window and door canopies, retractable folding arm awnings for patios and decks, side privacy screens, and outdoor roll-down blinds, giving a shade solution for most external surfaces around the home. Whether you're shading a small entry door or covering a full outdoor entertaining area, cheap awnings offer a practical way to control sun exposure, reduce heat absorption through windows, and extend the usable hours of outdoor spaces without a permanent structure. Options include both manual and motorised retractable models, transparent and solid canopy sheets, and plastic and metal frame configurations. Browse our outdoor shade range to compare across all shade categories, or explore our outdoor furniture collection to complete the space underneath. Choosing the Right Awning Type for Your Space The range covers several distinct awning configurations, and the right type comes down to what surface you're covering and how much adjustability you need. Window and door canopy awnings are fixed structures that mount directly above a window, door, or entry point to deflect rain and direct sun without any operating mechanism. Retractable folding arm awnings are the better option for covering larger areas such as patios, decks, and outdoor dining spaces, and extend or retract manually or via a motorised drive depending on the model. Motorised versions suit wider spans where operating a crank frequently becomes inconvenient. Side awnings work like retractable models but extend horizontally from a wall or post to block afternoon sun and sightlines from the side rather than overhead. If you need shade that can be repositioned rather than permanently mounted, cantilever umbrellas and patio umbrellas are worth comparing before committing to a fixed installation. Measuring Up: Width, Projection, and Clearance Getting the dimensions right before ordering saves the most common source of returns in this category. Width is the pri