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featured ShadeMaker vs. Sun Protection of Florida: A Tampa Awning Showdown (Somfy vs. Dooya)

Two Tampa Bay awning companies compared. Sun Protection of Florida uses Sunbrella fabric but Chinese Dooya motors. ShadeMaker uses Somfy. See the difference that lasts.

On Jun 20, 2026 by 1800Awnings 0 comments

ShadeMaker vs. Awntech Retractable Awnings: Read the Warranty Before You Buy

Awntech says 'made in USA with imported materials' and offers a 1-year motor warranty. Compare against ShadeMaker's Somfy motors, Sunbrella fabric and American manufacturing.

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ShadeMaker vs. Aleko Retractable Awnings: The $500 Awning vs. the One That Lasts

Aleko awnings are cheap for a reason — made in China and rebranded. Compare ShadeMaker's American-built, Somfy-powered, Sunbrella awnings vs Aleko's import budget units.

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ShadeMaker vs. Sunesta Retractable Awnings: Two American-Built Awnings Compared

ShadeMaker vs Sunesta: two genuine American-made, Somfy-powered awnings compared on engineering, sizing, fabric, warranty and factory-direct price. An honest head-to-head.

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ShadeMaker vs. SunSetter Retractable Awnings: Is the Famous Brand the Best Buy?

SunSetter is the most advertised awning brand — but is it the best built? Compare SunSetter vs ShadeMaker on aluminum weight, Somfy motors, Sunbrella fabric, sizes and price.

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ShadeMaker vs. SunPro Retractable Awnings: Which Is Worth It in 2026?

ShadeMaker vs SunPro retractable awnings compared: Somfy motors vs SunPro's Chinese DM45RD motor, American factory-direct pricing, Sunbrella fabric. See which lasts.

On Jun 20, 2026 by 1800Awnings 0 comments

Why Are Some Retractable Awnings So Cheap? (And Why ShadeMaker Costs More — and Lasts)

Confused why retractable awning prices range from $400 to $9,000? Here's exactly what cheaper awnings cut — Chinese motors, thin aluminum, polyester fabric — and why ShadeMaker is built to buy once.

On Jun 20, 2026 by 1800Awnings 0 comments

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featured ShadeMaker vs. Sun Protection of Florida: A Tampa Awning Showdown (Somfy vs. Dooya)

ShadeMaker vs. Awntech Retractable Awnings: Read the Warranty Before You Buy

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ShadeMaker vs. Sunesta Retractable Awnings: Two American-Built Awnings Compared

ShadeMaker vs. SunSetter Retractable Awnings: Is the Famous Brand the Best Buy?

ShadeMaker vs. SunPro Retractable Awnings: Which Is Worth It in 2026?

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