Attaching A Metal Awning To The House

Fasten the awning bar to the brackets.

Attaching a metal awning to the house.

These awnings only need one attachment to the house on the wall. Some models have diagonal support arms. Retractable awnings consist of a metal framework covered with shade fabric and they are one of the most popular patio shade ideas. A lateral arm retractable awning will allow you to extend your awning without needing extra supports.

Make sure the hardware you use is tight and that your awning does not wiggle around. Drill holes for the steel screws into the lumber and attach securely to the existing metal building at the height you determined in step 3. They are a great way to protect your car without spending a lot of money on a garage. This is a job you must do before fastening the overhead s roof rafters in place.

You can buy l or z shaped flashing or bend it yourself. The metal covering s tendency to buckle and flex makes it unsuitable to hold the weight of an awning. This block of lumber will provide a foundation at which the top of the lean to will be attached to the building. In many cases outer walls of metal buildings are constructed of c channel steel studs.

In this case install an appropriate cross brace between the metal studs in the building s structure. 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. Now that the awnings are installed they will protect from sun rain and gives your home a new look. Attach the hardware through the brackets and over the awning bar to hold it in place.

Traditional residential awnings sometimes known as step down awnings are the most common and popular metal awning we sell. Attach support arms to camel back brackets. Large retractable awnings need a diagonal support arm. They have a traditional look and work well on porches and windows.

The framework mounts directly on the side of your house. Many times just four support brackets are required on the wall. Generally using one screw at one foot length intervals is sufficient. Using machine screws lock the back trim to the mounting trim.