Denver metro
Compare overhead shade with side screens before covering an open patio.
Photo: Wise Choice gallery, location not specified.
Start with the site
Aurora extends across the eastern side of the Denver metro. Because exposure and surrounding buildings vary from property to property, begin with photos of the patio at the hours when the sun makes it difficult to use.
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A canopy above the table may not intercept sunlight coming in from the side late in the day. Mark the direction of that light and compare an awning with an exterior shade on the troublesome opening. If there is already a covered porch, assess its beams and posts before assuming a new overhead structure is necessary.
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List existing outdoor outlets and the openings you want to operate independently. An occupied receptacle does not by itself rule out wired equipment; circuit suitability needs a proper assessment. Solar-recharged options are configuration-dependent, so panel placement and screen compatibility must be checked together rather than promised from a photograph.
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A solar-recharged battery may suit some lightweight exterior screens. Learn what to check about panel exposure, shade load, fabrics and winter care.
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