How To Measure The Projection On A Retackable Awning

To measure for the ideal awning width measure along the exterior wall of your house.

How to measure the projection on a retackable awning.

Measure the protrusion of your existing patio or deck and select one of the standard awning projections. Projections are available in 5 4 6 9 8 8 10 0 11 8 and 13 0 projection sizes could vary slightly depending on the model of awning chosen. In 1 foot increments. To get the right size retractable awning for your home simply download and follow the easy awning measuring instructions at right.

If you are planning to mount the cover above a door wall or window you ll need to add an additional 10 inches. Measure the height of the window from the edge of the trim on each end. How to measure projection of awning. Our most common projection for a patio awning is 2 5m but it all depends on how much shading you want to provide.

Measuring the height is a little trickier. This area must be unobstructed for the awning to extend properly. A standard projection b would be approximately half the height of your window. From your patio or deck floor to the bottom of your roof eave or overhang.

Screw the fasteners into a structural component such as a stud beam concrete or brick. Awning enclosures require a minimum clearance of 10 inches if mounting above an exit or entrance. Measure for your awning. We recommend to extend your awning at least 1ft.

Measure the area of the projection the length that the awning extends. Sunsetter awnings require a minimum height of 7 feet 6 inches from your deck or patio floor to the bottom of any roof eave or overhang. On each side to get the best shade value. Step 1 measure the height of the wall where you want to install your awning.

For example a window that measures 60 in height would have an awning that has a 30 projection. The projection often needs to be 0 5m less than the width to support the structure effectively but our team will be able to advise on this. When actually installing retractable awnings do two things. You can choose either projection this will change the height of the.

For a standard sized awning you will need at least 7 ft. Projection will be a multiple of 0 5m and less than 4m. 1000xt models require only 7 feet.