Retractable Awnings Reviews | Compare the Best Awning Companies & Models

HomeCompaniesToff Awnings

Company Reviews

solarshield-retractable-awnings

Toff Awnings

AVERAGE RATING
2.2
Based on reviews (
2
)

 

Toff Industries or Toff Awnings has been making awnings and shades since 1980. This makes them an experienced vendor and manufacturer of awnings for home, office, and commercial buildings. Here is a summary of their products and specialized features.

  • SolarShield is the showcase awning from Toff Industries. An outdoor shade equipped with mechanical spring-loaded awning arm base or “shoulder” for better stability.
  • Showcase awnings by Toff are designed for retail stores and business establishments looking to display their brand.
  • Solution Screen is a motorized vertical shade solution that’s similar to a window curtain. The fabric is generally thick enough to provide protection from the sun, wind, and small physical items like rocks and golf balls.
  • Patio awnings and covers which can either be temporary or permanent structures.

Toff retractable awnings Solarshield come with a lifetime frame warranty and can either be manual or electronic. Both models have aluminum frames and fabrics are sourced from the suppliers like Sunbrella.

Aside from selling through their physical store located at Milldale, Connecticut, customers can reach them through their wide network of accredited dealers who sell and promote their products. Dealer onboarding includes training in marketing and advertising as well as having access to the company’s in-house art department and technical experts.

Toff Industries is a member of the Northeast Canvas Products Association and the Industrial Fabrics Association International. 

Customer Support Service Helpdesk and email support

Clients reviews

2.3
Caliber / Quality: 3
Assistance / Service: 1
Affordability: 3

Olivia Bauer

I needed a manual retractable awning for my chip truck. I went with a Toff SolarShield. The testimonials and reviews were average, but the price and criss-cross lateral arms for my small width and large projection needed were the deciding factors. The price was affordable, and I know inexpensive could mean cheap, but time will tell. The criss-cross arms meant I could cover a bigger area when fully extended. I also hope the spring-loaded design at the shoulder joints works as their literature says. Gusts come along roadways quite frequently, and my last awning made in China didn’t survive very long. The acrylic fabric is also supposed to be more water resistant than others. I’m hoping I made a better purchase than my last one. Unfortunately, the service from the local Toff dealer was poor thus the reason for the low assistance/service rating.
2
Caliber / Quality: 2
Assistance / Service: 2
Affordability: 2

Liam G.

My motorized retractable awning by Toff is the SolarShield model. I’ve had it for several months. It’s nice to sit out on a sunny day, but it’s noisy. Every passing breeze seems to cause the shoulder joint springs to squeak and rattle, which isn’t restful. The motor is easy to operate, however, the arms are noisy when moving. I’ve used spray lubricant on the springs as recommended by Toff and other moving parts to try and make it quieter. It’s not super noisy, just irritating. Although the manufacturer’s literature states it’s designed for light rain, it needs to be rolled up dry. If not, the warranty on the fabric is void. The fabric isn’t waterproof. It may be water resistant, but even light rain causes drips to come through the fabric.

Leave a review

It is important for us to hear your opinion. If you made an ordered this product and want to share a review, fill out the form.
Submit Review - Company Page
5
5
5

Toff Awnings PRODUCTS

Based on user reviews
2.2
folding lateral arm retractable awning
Retractable company: Toff Awnings
Model review:
Solarshield

Latest user review

Average rating: 2.3
Name: Olivia Bauer
“I needed a manual retractable awning for my chip truck. I went with a Toff SolarShield. The testimonials and reviews were average, but the…”

Top rated awning/pergola models

Based on user reviews
5
Cross arm retractable awning
Retractable company: RetractableAwnings.com Reviews
Model review:
Palermo

Latest user review

Average rating: 5
Name: Timbo
“I’m very pleased with the purchase of this model retractable awning, impressed with the quality of the product, the resistance of the fabric to…”
5
Folding lateral arm retractable awning
Retractable company: RetractableAwnings.com Reviews
Model review:
Roma

Latest user review

Average rating: 5
Name: Alberto Iglesias MD
“Looking for a retractable awning can be like looking for a needle in a haystack! There are so many choices! I spent hours reading…”
5
Folding lateral arm retractable awning
Retractable company: RetractableAwnings.com Reviews
Model review:
Palermo Plus

Latest user review

Average rating: 5
Name: Allison Marks
“I was so surprised by the quality and ratings of this retractable awning model. It has a beautiful Italian design that fits in perfectly…”

Sign up for our newsletter and stay informed

Latest Articles