How To Make An Awning Out Of Pvc Pipe

Add 4 inches to that measurement.

How to make an awning out of pvc pipe.

Plan to use a standard awning width of between 24 and 36 inches. Step 2 cut two pieces of 1 inch pvc pipe to the length determined in step 1 with a pair of pvc cutters. You ll need 1 2 pvc pipe the t s and elbows shown here pvc cutters and primer cement. This will be the piece that attaches to the arms.

This will allow the pvc pipe to be slightly wider. Use a d pin or something fancier to set the height. On the smaller diameter pipe drill evenly spaced holes and make sure they are at the same points on both left and right pipes. Start by making the frame.

Diy stationary window awning using pvc pipe. Simply lift the long pvc pipes out of the shorter pvc pipes unhook the tarp and fold and store it. Slide canvas onto frame. Measure the width of the window with a tape measure.

Measure the length of the window or door where you want to install an awning. Drill one hole about an inch down from the top of the larger pipe. Tack the canvas to the frame and mount the top portion.