shade appeal going green

[ retractable awnings [ retractable canopies [ solar shades [ window awnings

commercialThe full line of Aristocrat Products is available for commercial installation to bring flair, shade and energy saving benefits to your business location!

WindoW AWnings – provide an eye-catching distinctive look while saving on costly energy bills and reducing fading of interior furnishings. Customize with colors and your business logo.

RetRActAble AWnings And cAnopies – Create outdoor seating for deck or patio areas that are protected from the sun. Open when you need them, close when you don’t.

exteRioR solAR shAdes – Large windows are great for bringing light into commercial spaces, but the light also brings higher air conditioning costs and exposure to ultraviolet rays that can fade your interior. Solar shades can block the sun’s heat and UV rays when needed, while maintaining full visibility to the outdoors.

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To learn more about the Aristocrat Awning experience, call today!

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shade going green

A hundred years ago, awnings were common on hotels,

office buildings and the grandest of houses for a very

good reason—they shaded patios and terraces for outdoor

comfort, and kept the building interior cool.

Today, rising energy costs have brought back a new

generation of shade products that feature technological

advancements in fabrics, electronics and engineering.

Not only do these products save on energy consumption

and protect you from exposure to harmful ultraviolet

(UV) rays, they look great and add value to your home

or business.

In fact, did you know that awnings and other shade products:

• block harmful uV rays that cause skin cancer by 94%

• reduce indoor temperatures by as much as 15 degrees

• cut utility bills by as much as 33%

• are the most efficient way to bring shaded comfort to decks and patios

Aristocrat® Awnings, Shades and Canopies combine American

and European fabrics and components to produce beautifully

crafted products truly worthy of their name – ARistocRAt.

ARistocRAt AWnings open And close At the touch of A button

SHADEgoing greenhas never been more

beautiful, efficient or economical! SHADEon demand

manor® awnings unique, fully enclosed retractable unit

SHADEgoing green

For southern facing windows, awnings reduce heat gain

by 55-65% during direct sunlight.

For western exposures, the reduction is 72-77%.*

*Center for Sustainable Research, University of Minnesota, 2006

Only our premier awning, the Manor, offers a true “full

cassette” system that completely encloses the fabric and

hardware in a handsome, permanently painted case. • Extruded aluminum cassette completely encloses the awning when retracted providing total protection

• Front profiles and end caps provide built-in gutter and drainage systems

• Mounts beautifully on house wall, roof or soffit

• Exclusive tray keeps fabric taut while extended and eliminates the need for roller tube supports that can cause damage

Manual or motorized, with automatic sun and wind sensor options

• No seasonal replacement or removal costs

Security and protection of cassette is ideal for vacation homes

closed AWning

estate® awnings

This popular retractable awning is

engineered and designed to give

you an attractive, durable awning

with features that stand above the rest.

• Front profiles and end caps provide built-in gutter and drainage systems

• Mounts beautifully on house wall, roof or soffit

• Exclusive tray keeps fabric taut while extended and eliminates the need for roller tube supports, which can cause damage

• Manual or motorized, with automatic sun and wind sensor option

• No seasonal replacement or removal costs

closed AWning open AWning

SHADEgoing greenOn a hot day,

more heat comes through

one square foot

of glass than

through an entire

insulated wall.

For over 60 years, a tradition of quality

Retractable Awnings — professionally installed by trained technicians – built to peRfoRm and lAst!Retractable awnings by Aristocrat are precision made

by Craft-Bilt Manufacturing Company. Recognized as

experts in the design, production and installation of

retractable awnings, and known for our dedication to

quality products and customer focus, we continue

to keep abreast of technological changes to give our

customers the most attractive, durable awnings with the

best protection available!

Our distinctive features include:

• All aluminum baked-on enamel and powder-coated finish for NO MAINTENANCE

• Stainless steel fasteners covered with plastic caps for durability

• Exclusive sewing with translucent GORE™ TENARA® thread— made from 100% expanded PTFE, one of the most chemically resistant substances known, and is therefore backed by a manufacturer’s guarantee to produce seams that last the lifetime of the fabric

• Teflon®-coated bushings for smooth, quiet operation

• No need for painting or lubrication throughout the lifetime of the unit

• A variety of system controls: manual, motorized, wireless remote and automatic sun and wind detection

• An exclusive fabric collection with hundreds of fabric patterns and colors - solids, stripes or tweeds - to create a unique accent on your home

• Solution dyed acrylic fabrics guaranteed against rot and mildew

• Widths starting at 7’ and projection lengths available in six sizes, ranging from 4’11” to 13’ 1”

• Customized shade throughout the day by opening your awning to any desired point up to its full projection length

• Manufacturer’s Limited LIFETIME Transferable Warranty on framework

a new generation of custom awnings

The best Fabric Warranty in the Industry! 12 yeARs on all 685 series fabrics.

awning options

Choose the model and options that

best suit your needs. Custom

manufactured to your specifications. EK–O® Awnings

Aristocrat quality at an economical price

Manual or motorized operation

Available in widths from 7’9” to 23’ and projections of 6’11”, 8’6” and 10’2”

SlimFit Awnings

Retractable awning engineered with cross-over arms designed to fit into narrow spaces - and still provide full coverage

• Widths as narrow as 4’ 11” up to 14’ 7”

• Projections up to 13’ 1”

• Manual or motorized operation

Vario Valance

• Gives you extra protection from LOW sun or more privacy

• Designed to be lowered from the awning’s front bar to the desired level of comfort

• Fabric available with see-through PVC polyester mesh or solid acrylic

• Manual or motorized operation

Maximum projection of 11’6”

Available for SlimFit and Estate awnings up to 18’ wide

Window / Porch Awnings - 4 styles, manual or motorized operation

• Retractable Cottage® cassette awnings

• Retractable Cottage® drop shades

• Traditional fixed frame or fold-up style awnings

• Basket style awnings

Door Canopies - 2 styles

• Traditional style door canopies

• Basket style rounded awnings

window awnings

eKo® AWning

slim-fit AWning

VARio VAlAnce

Light Bar KitMood lighting turns your awning into a nighttime retreat. The light is built into the front bar and provides romantic lighting for elegant outdoor occasions.

• Uses standard T5 fluorescent lights

• Commercial use—illuminate your entryway and your company logo

bAsKet style dooR cAnopies

Add style, shAde and

comfoRt with Window Awnings –

the Beautiful Energy Savers!

Add a finishing touch to your home or office with Retractable Window Awnings and Door Canopies from Aristocrat. Awnings provide cool shade, substantially lowering air conditioning bills, and protect valuable furnishings and carpets from fading. They also call attention to your store or business while sheltering your entrance. All awnings are backed by a manufacturer’s LIFETIME limited frame warranty and professionally installed by trained technicians.

cottAge® WindoW AWnings tRAditionAl WindoW & dooR AWnings

cottAge® WindoW AWnings

dRop shAde foR poRches

retractable canopies

Aristocrat Retractable Canopies provide a

shady outdoor retreat whenever you

need it. Install anywhere – freestanding,

mounted to a wall or beneath your pergola. • Available in a variety of sizes, styles and shapes to custom fit your space. Join units together to cover large spaces.

• Hundreds of fabric choices for a fabulous look

• Perfect for poolside, hot tubs, patio or balcony

• Outdoor cafés, sidewalk seating

• Ideal under existing pergolas to add shade

• Manual or motorized operation

• Professionally installed by trained technicians

Truly unique! These versatile canopies give you shade when and where you want it.

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exterior solar shades

The most efficient way to block the heat of the

sun is from the outside — befoRe it has a chance

to heat the window glass!

solar shades can add privacy and block the sun’s heat while still providing visibility to the outside. They pay for themselves year after year in comfort and

reduced air conditioning costs while protecting your

furnishings from harmful UV rays that may cause fading. • Exterior shades glide along stainless steel rods, cables or heavy duty aluminum extruded tracks

• Control how much light enters your home by selecting from one of three fabric types: acrylic exterior awning fabric, PVC-coated polyester or fiberglass screen in hundreds of colors and patterns

• Motorized options for joined units include shared operators which control all joined shades with one push of a button, or separate operators to give you flexibility to adjust each shade independently

• White, desert sand or bronze frames

peRfect to coVeR unusuAlly shAped WindoWs

Save Energy! These efficient, motorized exterior shades truly protect your home from the sun.

gReAt foR sunRoom WindoWs blocK the sun thAt enteRs youR home

Reduce indooR tempeRAtuRes

SHADEgoing green

50% of the solar heat entering a room comes through

the glass…accounting for approximately 20% of the load

on an air conditioner.**American Society of Heating and Air Conditioning Engineers.

Add pRiVAcy And sun pRotection