Attaching A Metal Awning To The House

These awnings only need one attachment to the house on the wall.

Attaching a metal awning to the house.

You can buy l or z shaped flashing or bend it yourself. This block of lumber will provide a foundation at which the top of the lean to will be attached to the building. Mount camel back brackets to the house ensuring that the screws penetrate the sheathing. Make sure the hardware you use is tight and that your awning does not wiggle around.

Depending on your brand of awning you will use either a large bolt or a screw to attach the awning into the brackets. Retractable awnings consist of a metal framework covered with shade fabric and they are one of the most popular patio shade ideas. Many times just four support brackets are required on the wall. In many cases outer walls of metal buildings are constructed of c channel steel studs.

Large retractable awnings need a diagonal support arm. Traditional residential awnings sometimes known as step down awnings are the most common and popular metal awning we sell. Attach the hardware through the brackets and over the awning bar to hold it in place. The metal covering s tendency to buckle and flex makes it unsuitable to hold the weight of an awning.

The framework mounts directly on the side of your house. Aluminum awning material can also be used for metal carports. Fasten the awning bar to the brackets. To bend sheet metal flashing make a form by clamping two 2 by 4s together on each side of the metal and then hammer the metal to create a sharp edge at each fold.

They are a great way to protect your car without spending a lot of money on a garage. Now that the awnings are installed they will protect from sun rain and gives your home a new look. Generally using one screw at one foot length intervals is sufficient. This is a job you must do before fastening the overhead s roof rafters in place.

They have a traditional look and work well on porches and windows. A lateral arm retractable awning will allow you to extend your awning without needing extra supports. Some models have diagonal support arms. Attach support arms to camel back brackets.