Why We Recommend NuImage Awnings

There are very few things you can do at this price point that will give you as much bang for your buck. The price tag for these beauties will be $8,000 – $15,000, based on a 20 x 13 model. That being said, the value you receive in return is incredible. It’s one of the reasons we enjoy installing retractable shade systems. 

The thing is, not all manufacturers are created equal. That’s why it’s so important to do your homework BEFORE you make your final decision. NuImage is one of our favorite companies because its awnings are strong, beautiful and sport one of the best warranties in the business. 

NuImage Premier Models 

NuImage G150, G250, and the K300 are top of the line models. If you’re looking for sophistication, strength and beauty you need look no further. All these models have the following attributes: 

• Heavy duty drop forged arm joint components: These forgings are pound for pound 4 times stronger than typical forgings. To give you an idea of just how strong they are – professional golf clubs are made with the same drop casting process. 
• Articulating drop forged shoulders: Allows you to change the pitch up to 45 degrees. This makes these models incredibly resilient. 
• Welded fabric top for invisible, super strong seams
• German engineered & designed
• Limited lifetime framework warranty: This includes all stationary parts. 
• 20 Year Futureguard warranty on moving parts 
• Frame Color:  Resilient electrostatic powder coated finish in white, almond, sand or black/brown 
• Access to 200+ Subrella Fabrics
• Access to 200+ Sattler Fabrics 
• Access to Para Tempotest Fabrics 
• Somfy Sunea CMO Motor standard 
• 6 valance options
• Wind sensors available
• Drop screen option

So let’s take a deeper look at the differences between these three models. 

NuImage G150: Heavy Duty Wrapped Front Bar

The Nuimage G150 is a strong, sleek awning with traditional lines. The G150 has a fabric-wrapped front bar.  You also have the option to add a Weatherguard hood and/or a drop screen.  Another difference is, this awning has a larger potential projection than the G250.

 Here are the specs: 

• Projections: 6′-11″, 8′-6″, 10′-2″, 11′-8″, 13′-2″, 14′-6″
• Custom widths up to 40′ in 1″ increments

NuImage G250 Retractable Awnings: Partially Cassetted 

The NuImage Pro G250 is a strong, sophisticated awning with a modern feel. The primary difference between this awning and the G150 is that this system is partially cassetted. This allows the awning to virtually disappear against your home once it’s retracted. It also protects the fabric and arms from the elements. With the wrap-around hood, this awning is also perfect for roof mounting.  

Here are the specs: 

• Projections: 6′-11″, 8′-6″, 10′-2″, 11′-8″, 13′-2″
• Custom widths up to 40′ in 1″ increments

NuImage K300 Retractable Awnings

If you have minimal mounting space the K300 Retractable Awning is the perfect solution. The combination of its compact, state-of-the-art European design and its elegant fully-enclosed cassette is both fashionable and functional. Double wall extrusions, drop-forged arm components, and solution-dyed acrylic fabrics make this awning both strong and beautiful and great for tight spaces. This awning is fully cassetted which means the fabric and arms are enclosed and protected from inclement weather. Another difference is this awning comes with a smaller projection and width.  

Here are the specs: 

• Projections: 6′-11″, 8′-6″, 10′-2″, 11′-8″
• Custom widths up to 23′ in 1-inch increments

What is a Partially Casetted System? 

A partially cassetted awning provides protection for your shade system by enclosing the fabric and arms on the top and sides. Typically, the bottom is left open (a fully cassetted system fully encloses your awning). The enclosure protects your shade system from the elements and extends the life of your awning.

What is a Fully Cassetted System?

A fully cassetted awning can be a great thing if you live in an area where the climate is a little more punishing. We install a lot of these on beach properties.

When you retract the shade system the fabric and arms are fully enclosed in a cassette. Unlike the partially cassetted system, the bottom is closed as well.  If you’re looking to increase the life of your awning this is a terrific system to have. 

NuImage Economical Models 

NuImage 7700 and 8700 are more economical models. If you’re looking for an affordable retractable shade system that doesn’t compromise when it comes to quality, these are the awnings for you.

All these models have the following attributes: 

• Italian Engineered high-quality cast components:
• Limited lifetime framework warranty: This includes all stationary parts. 
• Welded fabric top for invisible, super strong seams
• Frame colors:  Resilient electrostatic powder coated finish in white, almond, sand, bronze or black/brown 
• Access to 200+ Subrella Fabrics
• Access to 200+ Sattler Fabrics 
• Access to Para Tempotest Fabrics 
• Motor option available
• Weatherguard hood option
• Wind sensors available
• Drop screen option

Unlike the G150, G250 and the K300 the warranties differ slightly for each of these models, so I’ve included that information in the description. So let’s take a deeper look at the differences between these two models: 

NuImage 7700: Quality & Savings with Less Width & Projection

The NuImage 7700 is a smaller awning that’s affordable – yet doesn’t sacrifice quality or style.

Also if you’re looking to adjust the pitch, the 7700 series comes with a durable extruded 7-pin shoulder. This a different system from the articulating forged shoulder used in the G150, G250, and the K300. 

There is an optional fabric-wrapped front bar with or without a drop.

Here are the specs: 

• Projections: 5′-9″,6′-11″, 8-‘6″, 10′-2″, 11’-8″
• Custom widths up to 26′ in 1-inch increments

Futureguard Warranty

The warranty on this model differs from the others. They offer a Limited Lifetime framework warranty on all stationary parts and a Futureguard 10 year warranty on moving parts. 

NuImage 8700: Quality & Savings with More Width & Projection

This is another more affordable awning from NuImage. If you’re looking for something bigger the Nuimage 8700 has larger widths and projections available. 

Another difference between the NuImage 7700 and NuImage 8700 is the flex pitch that’s operated by a hand crank. You can pitch the awning from front to back and left to right to track the setting sun or even drop the side of your awning to expel rainwater. Here are the specs: 

• Projections: 5′-9″, 6′-11″, 8′-6″, 10′-2″, 11′-8″, 13′-2″ 
• Custom widths up to 40′ in 1″ increments

Warranty

Futureguard offers a Limited Lifetime framework warranty on all stationary parts and a 15-year warranty on the moving parts. 

The 7 Pin Shoulder – NuImage 7700

To give you more control over the pitch of your awning, NuImage uses 7 pin adjustable shoulders on the NuImage 7700. The durable extruded shoulder gives you 7 selections to make this easy to achieve. 

Check Out the Flex Pitch System

This patented system is specific to the NuImage 8700 awning.

It enables you to adjust the angle of the awning to reduce light depending on the position of the sun. It’s a manual system that’s operated by a hand crank. Plastic loops are attached to the bottom of each shoulder. 

It’s a simple and easy way to operate your system. 

Additional Options for Your Awning 

NuImage Awnings also offer some additional options for those of you looking for a top of the line awning.

MOTORIZATION

Motorization makes extending and retracting your awning a breeze and it’s available for all NuImage Awnings. This option is standard with the K300, G250, and G150 with the Somfy Sunea CMO motor. There are other motors to choose from if you have your heart set on something else. We can discuss all the available options during your consultation.

Note: The 7700 and 8700 are manual systems, but you can elect to add a motor to these models as well. 

WIND SENSORS

If you purchase the NuImage Titan or Somfy RTS motor, a wind sensor is available. The Eolis 3D WireFree RTS sensor protects your awning when the wind starts to whip up. We’re only human, so it’s easy to forget to retract your awning when the weather changes. This takes some of the room for error out of the mix. 

NuImage FlexShade Systems

NuImage also carries solar shades. If you want complete control of low angle rays you may want to consider installing a solar shade. They work like a charm and look incredibly sophisticated: 

Futureguard’s Commitment to the Environment

As if that isn’t enough, Futureguard is committed to the environment. They collaborate with industry partners to recycle acrylic fabric scraps into temporary disaster relief shelter tarps for places like Africa and Haiti. When an emergency crops up, these tarps are used for shelter by people who have lost everything. We enjoy working with companies that take their role in the world seriously.