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CliKIT on TVEverything you need to know to choose the right front door canopy
The ritual of entering or leaving the house is unremarkable — unless a front door canopy brings undeniable comfort. Sometimes considered unnecessary by certain homeowners, the door canopy changes every opinion with each installation or every visit from outside. A rainy arrival, elegance preserved on the way out: the door awning or canopy makes all the difference. CliKIT helps you choose the one perfectly suited to your home.
How to choose a door canopy: the 4 essential criteria
The door canopy changes many things. There is the aesthetics of the entrance, the elegance of the entire house and, of course, protection against the elements. However, not all front door canopies are alike, and the criteria differ depending on your needs and the style of your home.
Between budget, visual appearance with the choice of materials, and the size of the canopy attached to the façade, CliKIT presents four criteria to consider when choosing your door canopy.
Choosing the right door canopy is about much more than simply installing a decorative element: it means striking a balance between aesthetics, functionality and harmony with your home. Whether you want to enhance your entrance or protect your threshold from the elements, every detail counts to ensure a result that truly reflects you.
The style: harmony with the architecture of the house
A well-chosen door canopy or awning is a structure that blends harmoniously with the exterior of the house, whatever its style. While aesthetically pleasing shelters in wood or other materials can be found, the clean and contemporary style of aluminium canopies often guarantees a perfect integration. Whether on an older home, an architect-designed house or a modern building, the style is versatile. Straight lines give the façade a clean look while also providing clear protection against rain, sun and any other weather conditions throughout the year.
Dimensions: what width and depth should you plan for?
As is very often the case with a home extension used as a shelter, there are a few unwritten rules that contribute to the proper use of the structure. For an awning or canopy, it is recommended to cover the door with dimensions 30% wider. By the same principle, the depth allows for easy comings and goings so you can shelter from the elements or even set things down dry at the doorstep. To this end, all CliKIT canopies have a minimum depth of 90 centimetres.
A computer-generated preview can give you an idea of the future result, but thanks to CliKIT, you can benefit from several canopy sizes, perfectly suited to your home. The modules are available in multiple sizes and the technical advisors, drawing on their experience, will be able to guide you towards a perfect finish.
The structural and roofing material
True to the success of its pergolas and other made-to-measure kit products, CliKIT sticks to aluminium in its canopy range. While wooden or wrought-iron canopies are appreciated for their aesthetics, they do not offer the same advantages as aluminium and polycarbonate ones. In addition to being versatile enough to suit all types of construction, aluminium is renowned for its robustness, longevity, weather resistance and ease of maintenance.
The available budget
Kit models will allow you to significantly reduce your budget thanks to self-assembly. At CliKIT, the entry-level models are available for under €1,000. Others can exceed €2,800 to suit all projects and budgets.
Canopy or door awning: what is the difference?
With the modern models offered by CliKIT, the difference between a door canopy and a front door awning tends to fade. Traditionally, an awning is a shelter similar to a canopy but generally not covered with glass or polycarbonate — its roof being made of tiles or wood instead.
The canopy stands out with a more refined design and the use of transparent materials such as glass or polycarbonate, offering both protection and elegance at the entrance.
Today, the distinction between a canopy and a door awning tends to disappear. These two terms are often used interchangeably, as the door awning is, in reality, simply a more modern and streamlined version of the traditional canopy, adapted to the contemporary lines of today's homes.
Why install a canopy above your front door?
Installing a canopy above your front door adds an aesthetic touch but, first and foremost, protects against the elements. Rain, snow, UV rays and moisture are kept away from the main entrance of your home. The door joinery and façade are thus protected thanks to water drainage.
What is the price of a front door canopy?
The CliKIT kit concept is innovative and cost-effective. For a front door canopy, prices start below €1,000 and can reach €3,000 for premium models.
The price of a front door canopy depends on several factors, including:
- The size of the canopy: the larger it is, the higher the price.
- The structural material: aluminium is generally less expensive than wood or wrought iron.
- The options: side panels, water drainage, acoustic roof insulation, etc.
In general, the price of a front door canopy ranges between €1,000 and €3,000.
How to maintain and extend the life of your door canopy?
An extension raises questions: how much does an entrance porch cost, how to choose your pergola, your carport or accessories to provide shade? One thing is certain: using aluminium for the structure provides a lifespan measured in decades. Maintaining aluminium and glass is very simple and cost-effective. Only a wash with soap and clean water two to four times a year is needed to ensure a long life for your shelter.
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