How To Install A Retractable Awning

Based on the degree of height and how high the awnings you plan on expanding.

How to install a retractable awning.

Write down this measurement. Always follow the manufacturer s instructions. When the retractable awning installs over a revolving fence install about 10 12 inches for clearance. Your retractable awning will be at least 8 feet above the floor.

Retractable awnings are easy to insta. Lay out a chalk line or use laser level to determine location of awning. Mark the location of the awning on the side of the house making sure it is level. From the interior measure from the same door or window to find the wall stud.

How to install retractable fabric awnings. Tools needed to install a typical awning. We supply large galvanized lag bolts to hold the awning brackets to the 2 x 8 but you will supply the appropriate fasteners to mount the 2 x 8 to the house. You will be able to install the awning onto a wooden wall as long as the wall is sufficiently strong and you use appropriate fixings.

Get the height of your retractable awning. A retractable awning provides convenient shade for your patio when you need it and easily stores away when not in use. Awnings are usually mounted to a 2 x 8 wood board which you supply. Use two people to lift the awning into place.

Your new fabric awning will arrive completely pre assembled including mounting brackets. While non retractable awnings are less expensive they re also more likely to be damaged during harsh weather. Retractable awnings last longer than other awnings. Step ladders might need two sets if you have an assistant chalk line.

Measure from a door or window to where the outer bracket will be installed. Attach the brackets to the house even with the chalk line making sure they are plumb. Installation on a wood framed wall with wood or vinyl siding mounting brackets can be installed directly on the wall. Page 5 retractable awning installation operation manual h d d e e s s s s s s s a 1 m e 1 m e a detail 1a detail 2 option a.

Using this same measurement on. 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. Whether it s heavy winds or sun exposure which bleaches the fabric retractable awnings are not subject to the elements nearly as much as non retractable awnings.