AWNING FABRICS
Sunesta Fabric Collection
SUNESTA OFFERS MORE THAN 100 EXCLUSIVE FABRIC COLOR OPTIONS.
Choosing an awning fabric for the KC climate
Kansas City summers run hot and humid with afternoon storms — fabric choice matters. We only spec heavyweight solution-dyed acrylic, where the dye penetrates each fiber. UV breaks down the surface texture before it touches the color, so canopies hold their hue for 10+ years instead of fading in three. Vinyl-coated polyester traps heat and sags here; we don't recommend it for residential installs.
Pick a color family that hides pollen film between cleanings: medium browns and warm grays read cleanest in May and October. Black undersides kill lap glare on poured concrete. Once you've picked, see all of our retractable awning models, browse screen fabrics, or request a free quote.
Stripe and pattern fabrics are a separate decision. Two-tone awning stripes still look great on traditional homes in Hyde Park or Brookside, but they read busy on contemporary architecture and they show seam alignment more than a solid does. If you have any doubt, order a 12-inch sample of both your top solid and your top pattern and tape them to your fascia for a weekend before deciding. We'll happily drop samples off at no charge.