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Commercial Awnings That Drive Business: How Shade Impacts Foot Traffic in 2026

Commercial Awnings That Drive Business: How Shade Impacts Foot Traffic in 2026 In today’s competitive retail and hospitality environment, curb appeal matters more than ever. Customers make split-second decisions about where to shop, dine, and spend time — and the exterior appearance of your building plays a major role in those decisions. For businesses across […]

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Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Awning

Custom Shutters / By ssolberg

Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Awning (Not Just Repair It) Your awning does more than provide shade — it protects your outdoor space, enhances curb appeal, and helps Minnesota homeowners and businesses enjoy the outdoors through changing seasons. But after years of exposure to snow, wind, rain, UV rays, and temperature swings, every awning

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The Benefits of Retractable Awnings for Versatile Outdoor Living

Custom Shutters / By A. Gaffke

The Benefits of Retractable Awnings for Versatile Outdoor Living Outdoor living spaces have become an extension of the home — places to relax, entertain, and enjoy fresh air without sacrificing comfort. One of the smartest upgrades you can make to your patio, deck, or backyard is installing a retractable awning. At G&J Awning, we help

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Bahama shutters specs.

Custom Shutters / By A. Gaffke

Bahama Shutters Material: Extruded aluminum Fabrication Method: Mechanically assembled Finish: Natural (Raw Aluminum) Powder Coated Louvers: 2” Z-Blades Typical Width: Unlimited Built in Sections- 10’ Typical Sections Arm Supports: Fixed Arm supports 4 arms per 10’ Sections Powder coated to match frame

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Standing Seam Awnings

Custom Shutters / By A. Gaffke

Standing Seam Metal Awnings Material: Extruded aluminum Substrate options Flat aluminum sheet Aluminum standing seam Fabrication Method: Welded and mechanically fastened Finish: Frame Natural/raw finish Powder coated Valance Height: No Valance Standard valance heights: 4”, 6” 8”, 10”, 12” Fasteners: Lag Screws Concrete anchor Through bolt Threaded rod with epoxy Width: Unlimited Built in Sections

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SunShade Awnings

Custom Shutters / By A. Gaffke

SunShade Awnings Material: Extruded aluminum Fabrication Method: Welded and mechanically fastened Finish: Natural (Raw Aluminum) Powder Coated Louvers: Aluminum Z- Blades, Air foils or rectangular tubing angled Standard Fascia Profile: 6”, 8”, 10”, 12” gutter fascia Over 12” requires upper extension Channel Fascia Profile Add on Feature to Standard Fascia Profiles Width: Unlimited Built in

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Metal Canopy

Custom Shutters / By A. Gaffke

Metal Canopy Material: Extruded Aluminum Fabrication Method: Welded and Mechanically Fastened Finish: Natural (Raw Alumium) Powder Coated Standard Fascia Profile: 6”, 8”, 10”, 12” gutter fascia Channel Fascia Profile: 8”, 10”, 12” typical Custom sizes available if over 12” Interior: 2” Rectangles typical in 6”, 8”, 10” Width: Unlimited Built in Sections Projection: 3’

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Metal Canopy With Pans

Custom Shutters / By A. Gaffke

Metal Canopy With Pans Material: Extruded Aluminum Fabrication Method: Welded and Mechanically Fastened Finish: Natural (Raw Alumium) Powder Coated Decking: Aluminum Interlocking Pans Standard Fascia Profile: 6”, 8”, 10”, 12” gutter fascia Over 12” requires upper extension Channel Fascia Profile: Add on Feature to Standard Fascia Profiles Gutter Beam: Interior aluminum Channel Scupper

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