Miami-Dade Approved
NOA# 20-124.02 · Wind rated & independently certified
Commercial Grade
ISO 9001 & TÜV certified · Assembled in USA since 2003
Up to 660 sq ft
The largest projection awning on the market — up to 16'6" deep
ISO 9001 & TÜV Certified · Made in USA · In production since 2003
Summit
Retractable Awning
The only awning on the market with projections up to 16'6"
Starting from $13,000
Based on size and fabric selection · Free in-home estimate
Available projection
14' 9"
3'0" drop · 14'5" coverage
16' 6"
3'6" drop · 16'0" coverage · largest available
Width
Up to 40'
¼" increments
Max coverage
660 sq ft
at full extension
Ships in one piece
Up to 26'
wider units sectioned
Frame color
White · Camel · Spartan Bronze — powder-coated aluminum
Miami-Dade County
NOA# 20-124.02
The only retractable awning
with Miami-Dade wind approval.
Miami-Dade County has some of the most stringent building codes in the country — originally developed in response to Hurricane Andrew. The Summit is the only retractable awning to carry this certification, meaning it has been independently tested and approved to withstand extreme wind conditions. For Pacific Northwest homeowners dealing with seasonal storms, this certification is your assurance that the Summit is built to last.
Commercial grade. Residential comfort.
Built for spaces that demand
more from their shade.
One-touch motorized control
Somfy motor — the world leader in home automation. Operate with remote, wall switch, or smartphone. Wind and sun sensors available. Manual override included should you lose power.
Industry-leading warranty
Lifetime frame · 10yr fabric & seams · 8yr motor & electronics. Emerald Protection included standard. Diamond Protection (full lifetime coverage) available optionally.
Sunbrella® fabric, 150+ colors
100% solution-dyed acrylic fabric. Computer cut, ultrasonically sealed edges, sewn with Tenera thread — 10-year warranty on fabric and seams. Won't rot, mildew, or fade.
Heavy-duty torsion bar
50mm × 50mm galvanized steel torsion bar — powder coated to match the frame. For coastline applications, an optional 8mm thick-walled aluminum torsion bar is available.
Optional drop shade
Add a mesh sun screen drop shade that extends down from the front bar across the full width — increasing privacy and solar protection. Self-storing, motorized or manual. Available up to 22' wide.
Optional LED lighting
Extend your evenings with Lunar Lighting (front bar) or LED arm strips — 16 brightness levels in warm or cool white. Controlled with the same remote as your awning. Warm lights attract fewer insects.
Rainier exclusive
Advanced Belt
Technology
The Summit uses Rainier's exclusive ART system — 11 individually wound steel cables encased in a polycarbonate UV-resistant PVC coating. Each belt is individually tested to 3,300 lbs of resistance at 60,000 cycles. Your fabric stays perfectly taut year after year, with zero stretch over time.
That's opening and closing twice a day for over 80 years.
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Technical specifications
| Width range | Up to 40'0" in ¼" increments · ships in one piece up to 26' |
| Projection options | 14'9" (3'0" drop, 14'5" coverage) · 16'6" (3'6" drop, 16'0" coverage) |
| Max coverage area | Up to 660 sq ft |
| Certification | Miami-Dade County Approval NOA# 20-124.02 · ISO 9001 & TÜV · Assembled in USA |
| Torsion bar | 50mm × 50mm galvanized steel (standard) · 8mm aluminum optional for coastal |
| Arm tension | ART — 11 cable belt · 3,300 lb resistance · 60,000 cycle tested |
| Motor | Somfy — UL listed · manual override included |
| Controls | Remote, wall switch, wind/motion sensor, sun sensor, Somfy TaHoma app |
| Fabric | Sunbrella® — 150+ solution-dyed acrylic colors · 10yr warranty on fabric & seams |
| Frame colors | White (RAL 9016) · Camel (RAL 1019) · Spartan Bronze — powder-coated aluminum |
| Optional hood | 14¼" deep protective hood · available up to 40' with matching side covers |
| Drop shade option | Mesh sunscreen · motorized or manual · available up to 22' wide |
| Lighting option | Lunar Lighting (front bar) · LED arm strips (16 levels, warm or cool white) |
| Warranty | Lifetime frame · 10yr fabric & seams · 8yr motor & electronics · Emerald Protection included |
| Lead time | 3–4 weeks from order to installation |
Three ways to install
Built around your home,
not the other way around.
01
Wall mounted
The most common installation. The bracket attaches directly to an exterior wall. A header board is strongly recommended when attaching into wall studs due to the 50mm bracket bolt spacing. Available with or without protective hood.
02
Roof mounted
When wall space is limited or when additional clearance is required, our 12" tall roof mount brackets bring the Summit up over the roofline. We strongly recommend pairing with the protective hood for this installation type. Requires a header board.
03
Soffit mounted
When overhead protection is already provided — a covered porch, deep eaves, or existing overhang — the Summit can be soffit mounted as an open roller. Note: the protective hood is not available for soffit mount installations.
Not sure which projection or mount type fits your space?
Our consultants assess your home and recommend the best option — no obligation.
Free · No obligation · We come to you
Schedule your free
in-home consultation
One of our awning specialists visits your home to measure, recommend the right projection and mounting type, and answer every question. No pressure — just expertise.
- Seattle's oldest shade company — established 1896
- Miami-Dade approved · ISO 9001 & TÜV certified
- Custom manufactured to your exact specifications
- Our own trained installers — fully licensed & insured
- Lifetime frame · 10yr fabric · 8yr motor warranty
- WA Contractor Reg# RAINIS*770JK
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Customer stories
What Seattle homeowners
are saying
★★★★★
Cheryl Hunter — Seattle, WA
"We wanted one the full length of our deck — 35 feet. Other local awning companies did not do ones as wide, but Rainier did. The crew spent 2 days on installation and were all so polite and gracious. We are beyond impressed."
★★★★★
Jeanne Ballot — Pacific Northwest
"Another amazing experience with Rainier Shade. True professionals who go above and beyond every time. Thank you for helping to keep my house cooler in summer and warmer in winter!"
★★★★★
Daniel R — Seattle area
"Had a great experience again. This is my second installation with Rainier Shade at different properties. Installers were courteous and professional. Highly recommend."
★★★★★
Karen Cooper — Seattle, WA
"Honest sales rep, install team communicative, quality products. Very happy with purchase of awning and 2 shade screens."
Contractor & trade resources
Architects, contractors, and trade partners can request detailed installation guides, bracket dimension sheets, arm & bracket count charts, and specification documents.
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