AirWire 12x16 aluminum
All aluminum, crank and curtains under $1,700
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Is the AirWire 12x16 aluminum any good?
With 7.1 out of 10, the AirWire 12x16 aluminum ranks 11 of 38 in our comparison. Strengths: All aluminum at a low price per square foot, Hand crank. Weakness: No wind rating. Best for: The best value 12 x 16 if you do not need a wind rating.
In short
AirWire's 12 x 16 ft is all aluminum with a hand crank, louvers that open to 90 degrees, and curtains and mesh in the box. That is a lot of kit for the money.
Best for: The best value 12 x 16 if you do not need a wind rating
What we like
- All aluminum at a low price per square foot
- Hand crank
- Curtains and mesh included
- 4.5 average rating
What we don't
- No wind rating
- No written warranty found
- Lesser-known brand
Specifications
| Size | 12 x 16 ft |
|---|---|
| Shaded area | 192 sq ft |
| Height | not published |
| Build | All aluminum |
| Louver control | Hand crank |
| Louver zones | not published |
| Max louver angle | 90° |
| Wind rating | not published |
| Snow rating | not published |
| Mounting | Freestanding |
| Drainage through posts | Yes |
| Side curtains included | Yes |
| LED lights | No |
| Color | Gray |
| Weight | not published |
| Warranty | not published |
Sources: the maker's specs and the product page on Amazon.com. Ratings for wind and snow are the maker's own claims. If a value is missing, we found it published nowhere.
Score: 7.1 out of 10
Worked out from the specs above. How we score.
AirWire 12x16 aluminum: common questions
Is the AirWire 12x16 aluminum any good?
With 7.1 out of 10, the AirWire 12x16 aluminum ranks 11 of 38 in our comparison. Strengths: All aluminum at a low price per square foot, Hand crank. Weakness: No wind rating. Best for: The best value 12 x 16 if you do not need a wind rating.
How big is the AirWire 12x16 aluminum?
It measures 12 x 16 ft, which gives you 192 sq ft of shade.
Does the AirWire 12x16 aluminum need to be anchored?
Yes. A louvered roof catches wind like a sail when the louvers are closed. Bolt the posts to a concrete patio or footings with the anchors the maker supplies. Wind ratings assume it is anchored that way.
Can the AirWire 12x16 aluminum handle wind and snow?
The maker publishes no wind rating for this model. We found no snow rating, so open the louvers or clear heavy snow by hand.
What warranty comes with the AirWire 12x16 aluminum?
We found no written warranty on the listing or the maker's site. Amazon's return window still applies, so check the parts as soon as the boxes arrive.
How much does the AirWire 12x16 aluminum cost?
The last price we saw was $1,615, about $8.41 per square foot. Prices move often and most louvered pergolas ship free, but check the delivery terms on a box this heavy.
Alternatives to the AirWire 12x16 aluminum
The highest wind rating on Amazon, with curtains
The windy-yard Aoxun with a power outlet built in
Four louver zones over 200 sq ft, with curtains
Head-to-head comparisons
- AirWire 12x16 aluminum vs Aoxun 12x16 aluminum with curtains ($1,615 against $1,800)
- AirWire 12x16 aluminum vs Aoxun 16x12 aluminum with power outlet ($1,615 against $1,900)