Custom Metal Awnings in Tacoma, WA
About Metal Awnings
Metal Awnings in Tacoma, WA
Tacoma sits on Commencement Bay at the southern end of Puget Sound, and the salt air that comes with that geography changes what good hardware looks like. Properties near the water in Ruston, Old Town, and the waterfront areas of the North End are in a genuine marine environment, and the fasteners and connection points on any metal structure there need to reflect that.
Beyond the waterfront consideration, Tacoma is a city with strong architectural bones. The North End and Stadium District have some of the best-preserved craftsman and Victorian residential stock in Western Washington. The commercial corridors on 6th Avenue, Pacific Avenue, and in the revitalized downtown core have seen significant new restaurant and retail investment over the past decade. Those two markets, historic residential and active commercial, drive most of our Tacoma work.
Custom Metal Awnings
Custom Metal Awnings for Tacoma Homes and Businesses
Custom fabrication matters more in Tacoma than in newer cities because so much of Tacoma’s residential and commercial building stock was built before standard sizes existed in the way they do now. A North End craftsman from 1912 has a front porch and entry configuration that does not correspond to any current product dimension. A Stadium District commercial building from the 1940s has a facade rhythm and profile depth that a modern prefab awning simply does not address. Custom fabrication is not a premium option in those situations. It is the only option that produces a result that looks right.
On the newer commercial side, 6th Avenue and the South Tacoma Way corridor have seen significant investment in restaurant and bar concepts whose owners care considerably about how the exterior presents to foot traffic. A well-designed metal awning on that street is part of the brand, not just a weather shield.
Full Metal Awnings
Full Metal Awnings in Tacoma, WA
Tacoma gets the same 150-plus rainy days per year as Seattle, and the combination of Puget Sound marine air with that rainfall creates conditions where a fabric awning deteriorates noticeably faster than it would in an inland location. The North End has blocks of older craftsman homes that have cycled through multiple fabric awnings over the decades. Owners who replace with powder-coated aluminum stop having that conversation. The metal awning will be there when the house is sold to the next owner and the one after that.
For commercial properties, the calculus is more immediate. A restaurant on 6th Avenue or in the Museum District that installs a full metal awning is making a 30-year decision about exterior character. The shape, the depth, the finish, and the profile all contribute to how the business reads from the street. We take that design work seriously.
- Front entry and porch cover awnings on craftsman homes in the North End and Stadium District
- Restaurant and bar storefront awnings on 6th Avenue, Pacific Avenue, and Proctor Street
- Museum District commercial building entry canopies and covered walkways
- Waterfront commercial building entry covers in Old Town and Ruston
- Multi-family building entry awnings throughout Hilltop and South Tacoma
- Medical center and clinic covered entry structures in the Tacoma General and Multicare areas
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Metal and Plexiglass Awnings
Metal Awnings with Plexiglass in Tacoma, WA
Tacoma’s residential neighborhoods sit on a series of bluffs and hillsides that give many homes elevated rear decks with views toward the Sound, Commencement Bay, or Mount Rainier. Those decks are where Tacoma homeowners spend time in the warmer months, and covering them extends the season considerably. A wide-span patio cover in polycarbonate keeps a 20-foot rear deck usable from late March through October in most years.
The choice of polycarbonate over glass on a Tacoma view deck is also about preserving the view. Heavy framing required by glass panels at span starts to compete visually with what the deck is there for. Polycarbonate at the same span allows a slimmer frame that stays out of the way of the sight line to the water or the mountain.
- Wide rear deck covers on bluff and hillside homes with water and mountain views
- North End craftsman home back porch and patio covers on larger residential lots
- Covered outdoor dining structures for 6th Avenue restaurants and Proctor District businesses
- Side-entry covers and carport structures on Tacoma’s tightly-spaced urban residential lots
- Covered walkway connections on properties near Commencement Bay and the waterfront
- School, church, and institutional entry canopies throughout Tacoma and Pierce County
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Tacoma Neighborhoods We Serve
The North End and Stadium District are where the bulk of our Tacoma residential work comes from. These neighborhoods have some of the oldest and most architecturally distinctive homes in Pierce County, and owners who are renovating or restoring them often approach exterior additions with more care than they would apply to a newer property. A metal awning on a 1910 craftsman needs to feel like it belongs there. That takes design attention, not just installation.
On 6th Avenue and in the Proctor District, the commercial environment is active and competitive. Restaurants, coffee shops, and retail businesses on those streets invest in their exterior presentation because foot traffic makes a strong first impression valuable. A well-built aluminum awning holds its appearance through years of Tacoma weather without the upkeep that fabric requires.
- North End
- Stadium District
- 6th Avenue
- Proctor District
- Old Town
- Ruston
- Museum District
- Hilltop
- South End
- South Tacoma
- Fircrest
- University Place
- Lakewood
- McKinley Hill
- East Tacoma
- Lincoln District
- Eastside
- Narrows
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Our Kent showroom is about 30 minutes north of Tacoma on I-5. Come in to see aluminum profiles, panel types, powder-coat colors, and finished project examples in person. If you are renovating a North End craftsman and want to see how aluminum profiles can complement historic woodwork before making a decision, a showroom visit is worth the trip.
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From First Call to Finished Awning
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Request a Quote
Tell us about your project and share photos, dimensions, or inspiration if available.
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Consultation
We review your goals, style preferences, layout, and material options in detail.
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Site Measurement
Our team visits the site to take precise measurements.
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Design
We create custom railing drawings for your space, style, and requirements.
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Fabrication
Your railing is fabricated using high-quality materials with close attention to fit and finish.
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Installation
We install the railing carefully on site and make sure every detail is completed properly.