Attaching A Metal Awning To The House

This block of lumber will provide a foundation at which the top of the lean to will be attached to the building.

Attaching a metal awning to the house. Attach the hardware through the brackets and over the awning bar to hold it in place. Aluminum awning material can also be used for metal carports. In many cases outer walls of metal buildings are constructed of c channel steel studs. Many times just four support brackets are required on the wall.

Mount camel back brackets to the house ensuring that the screws penetrate the sheathing. Large retractable awnings need a diagonal support arm. The framework mounts directly on the side of your house. Depending on your brand of awning you will use either a large bolt or a screw to attach the awning into the brackets.

Now that the awnings are installed they will protect from sun rain and gives your home a new look. Make sure the hardware you use is tight and that your awning does not wiggle around. You can buy l or z shaped flashing or bend it yourself. Generally using one screw at one foot length intervals is sufficient.

Fasten the awning bar to the brackets. 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. 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.

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. Attach support arms to camel back brackets. In this case install an appropriate cross brace between the metal studs in the building s structure.

These awnings only need one attachment to the house on the wall. Using machine screws lock the back trim to the mounting trim. The metal covering s tendency to buckle and flex makes it unsuitable to hold the weight of an awning. This is a job you must do before fastening the overhead s roof rafters in place.