Diy Window Awning Frame

Create a 2 dimensional square frame and attach an equally sized square frame to it so they share a middle spine.

Diy window awning frame.

Cut the 8 foot 2x4 boards into 1 piece of 3 foot length and one piece of 4 foot length. Pergola swing metal pergola deck with pergola pergola shade patio roof pergola plans diy pergola pergola kits pergola ideas. At the other end cut a 60 degree angle toward the bottom. I did a previous video for my shower awning it worked for a year i tried an easier and more sturdy design this time and all for roughly 25 total and 2hrs la.

Diy stationary window awning using pvc pipe. A window awning is installed directly above a window on the exterior of a house. The width and projection away from the house will vary depending on the size of window you have. You ll need 1 2 pvc pipe the t s and elbows shown here pvc cutters and.

It s a nice detail that helps the awnings tie in with the rest of the house design. Click for details. Diy awning step 1. Cut the 2x6 in half making 2 pieces of 5 foot length.

Start by making the frame. Slide canvas onto frame. Saving on the cooling bill can be helped by building awnings for the windows to keep out the penetrating sun s rays. The awning material is a 6 x9 canvas drop cloth.

Make 2 identical 2 dimensional right triangle frames attached to the ends of your square frame. At 1 end of one of these lengths cut a 30 degree angle towards the top. Purchase 1 inch wide by 6 inches long 2 54 cm wide by 15 24 cm long boards to create the awning frame. This plan is no different and will guide you through the process of making a window awning for your home.

For us true diy is about making something that looks great from old bits and pieces you have lying around at home. It helps keep shade over the window. This is the cheapest canvas drop cloth i. The a frame as i like to call it is more like a triangle on its side.