A Sunsetter awning is the Mercedes Benz of awnings. When you are looking for the top of the line retractable awnings, Sunsetter is the brand name you need to look for. This company offers three different models of awnings as well as the Sunsetter EasyShade to help you block out the heat of the sun. One of the features you can enjoy with the top rated Sunsetter awning is that you can operate the motor with a remote control. The top selling and most expensive Sunsetter awning is the Pro Motorized awning. This model of Sunsetter awnings has a weather breaker panel integrated with the front bar. This is a screen that you can roll down in front of these Sunsetter retractable awnings to protect you from the breeze blowing the napkins off the patio table. Although it will block about 60% of the sun?s rays, this feature of the awning will still allow light to filter through. It unrolls in seconds, but it is not motorized like the retractable awning. A few cranks of the hand mechanism are all it will take to have it in place. When you use the Pro Motorized Sunsetter awning, you have to use a remote control for opening and closing. The motor used in these Sunsetter awnings is the best you can get ? the Somfy RTS. When you install the Sunsetter retractable awnings you have to purchase the roof brackets separately and you can set the pitch you want for the awning at this time. The pitch of the awning is preset at the factory at a 29 - inch drop, but you can lower it to 45 inches. The same motor as in the Pro Motorized Sunsetter awning also powers the regular models of Sunsetter awnings. They also opens easily with one touch of the remote control. The only difference with these Sunsetter retractable awnings is that you don?t get the weather breaker addition. You can mount in heights as low as 7.5 feet and install it over siding, vinyl, wood or brick. The fabric of the awning is made from 5 layers giving you a rugged material that will withstand the elements of weather. Sunsetter awnings fit most homes and offers about 182 square feet of protection. In case of a power outage, there is a manual override on the Sunsetter awning so that you can close it manually. Not only are these awnings economical and easy to use, but the Sunsetter brand leads the way in the awning industry with products unmatched by other manufacturers. The fabric is 100% waterproof and is guaranteed never to leak. When you purchase a Sunsetter awning, you have an awning that will last for years.