Drill one hole about an inch down from the top of the larger pipe.
How to make an awning frame with pvc.
This is the cheapest canvas drop cloth i.
Slide canvas onto frame.
Dry fit the frame.
Things you ll need measuring tape 1 inch pvc pipe pvc cutters 1 inch pvc elbows 1 inch pvc tees outdoor upholstery fabric or canvas pvc snap clamps 1 inch conduit clamps 2 2 inch wood screws.
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Start by making the frame.
Awning in retracted position.
The outer pipe has one hole and the inner pipe attached to the awning has multiple holes.
Cut another piece of pvc pipe to the same size.
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Retractable window awning made of pvc frame amp.
As you can see from the video the construction is very lightweight and simple yet it also looks rigid enough to last.
Measure the width of the window with a tape measure.
Here s a video that shows you how one diyer constructed a simple awning for a small window from polycarbonate.
This is a very inexpensive retractable window awning project.
Diy awning step 1.
Diy stationary window awning using pvc pipe.
You ll need 1 2 pvc pipe the t s and elbows shown here pvc cutters and.
Add 4 inches to that measurement.
Use a pvc pipe that the frame pipe will fit into.
The awning material is a 6 x9 canvas drop cloth.