Retractable awnings consist of a metal framework covered with shade fabric and they are one of the most popular patio shade ideas.
Diy metal roof awning.
Ideally all awnings should have a pitch of 1 4 for every 1 foot.
Deck and patio shade awning in retracted position.
Once the frame was up it only lacked a metal roof.
An extraordinary selection within a pan style roof structure.
With a few well placed metal roofing screws complete with butyl grommets the roof was on and the awnings were complete.
A lean too is when one side of the carport or covered patio is attached to the home and the other side is lower and sits on posts.
Depending on the size of unit you desire and the load requirements for your area you can choose from a 3 x 12 aluminum pan in two thicknesses a 3 x 8 aluminum pan in three thickness and a 3 8 galvalum 024ga pan.
Diy corrugated metal awning i built the awnings with 2 3 boards and a sheet of corrugated metal.
Probably the most popular for mobile home owners is the lean too design.
Weekend warriors remodeling our house on the weekend.
Use a hand or motorized crank to retract the awning.
Awnings are available in several different designs.
But if it does need to be waterproof be sure to cut the metal tight to the wall use the appropriate flashing and sealer and use a self tapping screw with a rubber grommet on it so that it doesn t leak around the screw holes.
Our awning had no need to be water proof because there s another overhang above it it s just used for decoration.
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Look through diy metal awnings photos in different colors and styles and when you find some diy.
The framework mounts directly on the side of your house.