Awnings are a concave-shaped covering attached to an exterior entrance of a structure such as a house or a building. The overhang serves as a canopy made of canvas. Textile materials for awnings range from polyester fabric, PVC, vinyl and acrylic that is stretched on a steel or aluminum framework.
Awnings were first used in ancient Egypt in market stalls. The first awnings are made of wood, woven mats and linens stretched on poles.
