How To Install Retractable Awning

Measuring tape electric drill with 1 8 and drill bit wrench or socket wrench 3 8 lag bolts 3 long silicone caulking chalk line level stud finder.

How to install retractable awning.

Mark the location of the awning on the side of the house making sure it is level. Your video was fantastic as we have the old aluminum siding with the old wood siding behind it trying to find the studs is going to be a pain. Using this same measurement on. Lay out a chalk line or use laser level to determine location of awning.

Pop a caulk line to mark the position for the support brackets. Get the height of your retractable awning. Measure from a door or window to where the outer bracket will be installed. Here s how to go about installing a retractable awning.

Based on the degree of height and how high the awnings you plan on expanding. From the interior measure from the same door or window to find the wall stud. Attach the brackets to the house even with the chalk line making sure they are plumb. Write down this measurement.

You gave me a great idea of the test holes underneath the lip of the siding.