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How to build an awning over a bay window.
Unlike a traditional hip roof the roof over a bay window with 45 degree sides is based on an octagonal roof but most people don t know how to frame an octagonal roof.
The advantage to automated window awnings is that they can be retracted when you want more sunlight and put down when you want more shade.
Purchase 1 inch wide by 6 inches long 2 54 cm wide by 15 24 cm long boards to create the awning frame.
Need a little something over those bare windows.
Create a 2 dimensional square frame and attach an equally sized square frame to it so they share a middle spine.
The key is to go as simple as possible.
You can make your corrugated metal awning with metal posts and metal headers or you can use wood posts and wood headers.
The wide center window is flanked by narrower casement or double hung windows.
Really want to build out a proper entryway but just can t afford it at the moment awning.
If you have a bay window for example you would need to use three separate awnings to cover each of the sides.
Tip before getting these windows installed be sure to measure the amount of outside clearance the window will have.
If using wood make sure to use wood screws or nails not metal screws.
Two vertical uprights called mullion posts separate the three.
Other types of window awnings are permanent.
A bay window actually is composed of three windows joined or mulled at the factory to make a single large unit.
Make 2 identical 2 dimensional right triangle frames attached to the ends of your square frame.
Awning windows project beyond the face of the building so it is unwise to use this style of window in locations where external space is tight.
Retractable awnings can be made so that they operate by pull tapes the simplest and least expensive method hand cranks or motors that are activated by button or remote control.
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In this video rick arnold shows us his simplified method for laying out and building a bay roof.