ALEKO gates are known not only for their beauty, but their durability and longevity. Made of steel, our gates are less flexible than aluminum and do not bend on impact. Steel’s ability to maintain shape makes it the better choice for homes and high security areas. All ALEKO Gates undergo a Duplex System of Hot Dipping and Powder Coating to ensure that the gate remains intact, and a superior choice, for years to come. Step #1: Hot Dipping your Galvanized Steel Gate With Hot Dipping, the iron and steel of your gate is coated with zinc to form a zinc carbonate. This process guarantees complete coverage–both internal and external protection…
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Here comes prime outdoor time. Crisp temperatures, cool evenings, and the heat waves -hopefully- coming to an end. Although, your outdoor space may be living in bright blues and yellows with hanging lemons and an ocean wave patterned umbrella that was “the perfect staple in an outdoor oasis”. (I know, I’m guilty.) That may have worked for a month or two, but optimizing your outdoor space for any season or occasion will give you even more reason to be outdoors. Here’s how to keep your space in the ideal transition condition – and how to perfect it for the summer to fall transition. 1. With an Accent Begin with neutral color decor…
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Sun Shades and Awnings for Tiny Houses
With the sun shining and the tiny house movement thriving, there has been a huge upsurge in tiny house builders adding sunshade products to the exterior of their tiny homes—and it makes a lot of sense! With the average tiny ranging from 120-300 square feet, it’s vital to maximize all usable square footage. For many folks, this means creating a patio area just outside the front door. Sun Shade Sails Sun Shade Sails are a favorite for their versatility, fun geometric shapes, light weight, simple installation process and super affordable price tag. For a lot of tiny houses owners, an appealing aspect the tiny lifestyle is the ability to move…
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Get Inspired: How You Can Start Using Green Energy Today!
Solar Power is More Accessible Than Before Just a few decades ago, the thought of going off-grid while still enjoying modern appliances and indoor plumbing seemed like a utopian plotline in a science fiction novel. Within the past few years, however, huge leaps in green energy technology and community movements that promote sustainable lifestyles such as tiny living, natural building, and the societal shift toward being environmentally friendly have shown that the dream of a sustainable future powered by clean energy is a new and exciting reality. Even better, as solar products gain traction and demand continues to rise, solar technology has improved to the point that entire homes can…
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Going to a resort is all about getting comfy in a place that you adore! Why not treat your patio–and yourself–to a makeover that makes you feel like you’re in the tropics year-round? Below are easy and affordable ways to create a resort vibe in your own backyard. Color Palate An easy way to bring resort vibes to your backyard is to add colors that evoke the feeling of your favorite vacation spots—bright whites for fresh linens, vivid azures for the color of water, and shades of green to evoke lush, tropical plants. Everyone’s palate will look different! In the inspiration below, Southern Living uses a base of bright white…
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Nine Tips to Increase the Curb Appeal of Your Home
When you increase the curb appeal of your home, you not only create a space in which you love to spend time, but also give yourself the opportunity to express your personal style. It doesn’t have to cost of a fortune; even small adjustments can have a huge impact on the way you experience your living space. Below are nine things to consider when improving curb appeal and ultimately creating a home that is entirely customized for you! Driveway Gates One of the most dramatic changes you can make to the exterior appearance of your home is adding a driveway gate with a matching fence. This idea is at…
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Choosing the Best Sun Shade Product for Your Home
Adding a cover to your patio area, whether it’s a retractable awning, a simple shade sail, or a freestanding pergola, will increase the usable square footage of your home and give you the opportunity to spend more time enjoying the outdoors. Below we have highlighted ALEKO’s three types of sun shade options; it is our hope that you find the coverage that is most ideal for your home. Retractable Awnings ALEKO Retractable Awnings Awning Origins Retractable awnings are a traditional favorite for sun and rain protection. The first known awnings originated in the Middle East and Africa, where people hung woven fabrics and animal hides on poles to escape the…
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Create a Backyard Oasis – On a Budget!
Why the Backyard? Now that winter has come, you probably can’t wait for the warm summer heat to arrive and get outdoors again. The sunshine and warm blue skies, fresh air – what more could you ask for? How about creating that backyard oasis where you can kick back and relax and entertain a family friend or two? ALEKO can help you create a beautiful living area that’s not only comfortable, functional and stylish, but affordable too. Other than the occasional barbeque and gardening, backyards are the most neglected part of any home. However, when the weather permits, you can use the outdoors effectively for entertaining guests and hosting parties…
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Choosing The Right Solar Panel: Monocrystalline vs. Polycrystalline
If you are looking to buy a solar panel, you will come across many types of solar panels and have to decide which one is the right one for your need and budget. Below are some advantages and disadvantages of the monocrystalline versus the polycrystalline solar panels. MonycrystallineAdvantages High efficiency – made of the highest-grade silicon Since it yields the highest power, it requires the least amount of space compared to other types of solar panels for the same amount of energy produced Longest solar panel lifespans on the market Monocrystalline Panels look better and more uniform than the Polyscrystalline Solar Panels Disadvantages Typically one of the more costly solar panels on the…
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