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Add a Motorized Pergola to your patio, increase the value of your property and take advantage of your terrace canopy all year long. The best option if you are looking for the perfect mix between a contemporary pergola design as an alternative to traditional patio canopies/awnings. The key in the design of our Motorized Pergola is in its modern and refined lines which reflect in today architecture and outdoor landscaping. Ombrasole adds functionality and durability...

Spring is here, you want to enjoy your patio, your backyard or garden.It’s time to shop for some garden furniture. You know you need them, but you do not know where to start.There are so many options on the market as much in terms of materials, colors and features.We must compare the features and check the level of comfort, quality, service and product warranties.Comfort is one of the first things you want to check because we spend hours on our terrace in the summer and it is...

Mosquitoes are always a problem when the good weather arrives. Everyone wants to get rid of flies and annoying insects to enjoy sunny days to the fullest.We give you some advices on the best known methods and the most popular:1-ClothingWear long clothing that your skin is not easily accessible by these flies and use colors near white would help keep mosquitoes away! Also, avoiding creams and skin products with a fragrant smell could be an advantage.2- Ultrasonic...

1) Which types of residential shade options Ombrasole offers ?OMBRASOLE designs, manufactures and markets a complete range of EXCLUSIVE products such as Retractable Awnings, Fixed Retractable Awnings, Pergola, Gazebo, stationary awnings, Parasol, Garden Furniture, Windscreens, window awnings,…………. intended for the intelligent management of outdoor areas.Ombrasole is the only company in North America that manufactures shade products  made of extruded...

In 1830, the manufacturing Thimonnier Bartholomew invented the first sewing machine. He filed the first patent for a “mechanical sewing” built of wood, with a continuous thread in chain stitch, sewing 200 points per minute. He produced 80 copies to honor an army uniforms command. Many inventors of this time bet on the reproduction of the movement of the hand, which limits to a simple sewing needle.Then there have been many sewing machines more effective than others and now...

When the rain passes through the seam of the canvas of a retractable awning it becomes a big concern especially when you have spent a few thousand dollars. We want to be certain that our canvas will last a long time and that water will not pass through the seam.For centuries the traditional sewing for awning canvas is done with machines with a single or double needle. Many companies until nowadays use these machines, but what makes the difference is the quality of the needle...

Q- What happens to the retractable awning in the winter?  R- By their design, Ombrasole retractable awnings are auto- stored when retracted. Customers affected by severe winter conditions, can protect by covering with a sheath of fabric or plastic.Q What type of wind resistance, an Ombrasole awning can handle?R- Retractable awnings mainly for sun protection and should not be left open in very windy conditions, or when the area covered by the product is not used. The...

The first uses of the pergola reach back to the Greco-Roman antiquity. It’s an English, John Evelyn, who put the principle forward, discovering the term in 1645 during a visit to Rome in the cloister of the Trinità dei Monti. Originally, the pergola was a supported advanced on the house. The roof, consisting of widely spaced horizontal beams, welcomed plants that provided shade and coolness. Since there have been many changes, because now the pergola can be independent, an...

1) What types of residential shade options do Ombrasole offer?OMBRASOLE designs, manufactures and markets a complete range of EXCLUSIVE products such as Retractable Awnings, Fixed Retractable Awnings, Pergola, Gazebo, stationary awnings, Parasol, Garden Furniture, Windscreens, window awnings, etc. intended for the intelligent management of outdoor areas.Ombrasole is the only company in North America that manufactures shade products  made of extruded...

One of the most important aspects of your home’s value is its appearance – not just its location or size. The way it looks and how it is decorated can automatically give it more curb appeal and increase its value. By investing in improving your outdoor situation, you can make your property worth a good deal more. The experts at Ombrasoleare here to help. Add value to your home immediately with these 3 locally made quality products from Ombrasole.Retractable...