We had to figure out how to cut our metal just so that it overlapped perfectly yet fit the exact width of the window.
Diy corrugated metal awning.
What better way to add a farmhouse feel than diying an aged metal awning above a farmhouse family wall mural.
I have been wanting something unique for his windows that would fit the style of his.
Jul 8 2015 i m back in my sons room this week and i m tackling his windows with a diy corrugated metal awning.
Be sure to grind the rough edges off so.
The long piece needs to be about 6 wider than your window.
Dig two holes where you placed your markers.
60 diy corrugated metal awning welcome to living it country.
Corrugated metal awning step 1.
This 60 diy is a two day project allowing the metal to get aged with toilet bowl cleaner for 24 hours but is fun and a great way to add character to your home.
Diy corrugated metal awning i built the awnings with 2 3 boards and a sheet of corrugated metal.
I started by cutting my long back piece that will attach to the wall over the window and the two side pieces.
Assemble and hang.
Fill the holes with concrete.
Ensure when picking out your corrugated metal that you buy a piece that is long enough to cover your entire awning.
Insert two square metal 8 foot posts.
We bought the corrugated metal from menards.
Measure your awning dimensions.
Diy aged corrugated metal awning.
At this point your going to want to position your pieces and tack them in place i obviously.
How to build a corrugated awning step 1.
Lesson learned we didn t think that through.