Summer is about fun in the sun, but there can be too much of a good thing. In fact, some things – from patio furniture to boats – keep better under a cover. Which is why cantilevered awnings, retractable awnings and dock slip covers have become so popular amongst cottagers and homeowners alike.
“An awning, dock slip cover, or car shelter offers protection from UV rays and rain, as well as pine gum, bird droppings, and all the other debris that can damage valuables such as boats, cars, and furniture,” says Tanya Neal, co-owner of Aquadome. “They’re also great for keeping people dry and shaded.”
Aquadome has been creating cantilevered awnings, dockslip covers, and shelters for cottages across Muskoka for over 30 years. Each structure features a lightweight frame and a tightly fitted marine-grade canopy. “The best overhead protection is custom designed to suit the property, because in cottage country, our properties come in all shapes and sizes,” says Tanya.
The Muskoka-based awning dealer designs and manufactures its own shelters, crafting them to suit each individual property.
Awnings are available in a wide range of colours and finishes to complement your cottage, boathouse or patio furniture.
“We can match the awning to your siding, Muskoka chairs, umbrellas or other features.”
The frames are available in a silvery aluminum tone or in a powder coat to suit your colour needs.
For a flexible shelter for your cottage or patio, Aquadome’s rolling pergola are ideal. A rolling pergola can be opened or closed to provide shade or sun as needed – like a retractable awning but with a much larger coverage area.
Using fixed vertical support posts, the rolling pergolas can reach dimensions of 22 ft by 20 ft – providing coverage to any large deck, patio or outdoor entertaining area. If you’d prefer a retractable awning, Aquadome has you covered with a range of colours and patterns, sizes and projections, made with a highly UV-resistant material that will resist fading season after season.
No matter your style or exposure to the elements, it’s easy to get customized coverage at the lake.
TEXT SHELANNE AUGUSTINE
PHOTOS ANDREW FEARMAN
