Are you a shop owner looking to maximise on your space and make sure people are drawn to your premises? Awnings for shops can be very helpful, allowing you to improve and enhance your space to make it more attractive to the general public. There are many different kinds of awnings you can select, and they will come in at a range of price points, so there’s no doubt you will be able to find something that will suit your property. Even if you have a listed building, or a building that cannot be changed much, an awning will go a long way towards brightening it up, making it look more welcoming, and making it look more professional. 

Often, a customer will expect to see an awning on a commercial building like a shop. This will make it stand out to them, and will make them realise that it is definitely premises that they can enter. They might also recognise the brands that are often on awnings, making the premises seem more familiar to them. If you want to increase footfall, an awning can be very helpful. 

Of course, you need to buy the right kind of awning for your shop premises. It’s no good choosing a domestic awning – it won’t create the right kind of look for your property, and it might not have the functionality you need. It also might not stand up well to commercial usage, as you will most likely be using it as a retractable awning on a regular basis. 

There are various different kinds of awning you can choose, including Pergola, Pergotex, Med Isola Fly, Med Twist and Med Varia. Some will be more suitable for shop premises than others, for example,  retractable awning is going to be the most appropriate option. Whilst a med room might be a lovely addition for your customers, it won’t have the functionality you would want from a shop awning. You have to think about the long-term benefits all round. 

So what should an appropriate shop awning give you? Here are some of the points you will want to consider: 

• Kerb appeal. One of the main functions of an awning is to increase footfall by making your shop premises looking welcoming and inviting from the outside. 
• Branding. You can use your own branding on the awning, which is a great way to build up some brand recognition. You can also use well known brands of suppliers you sell in your shop, which people will recognise and will be able to relate to you. 
• Shading. This is a good way to provide additional shading inside the building, as often you will have open front windows that are great for letting in light, but can add lots of glare in the summer months. 
• Functionality. Think about what you actually want to do with your awning, like whether you want to be able to retract it. If you do, make sure you get a quote for a shop awning that will suit your needs.