How To Measure The Projection On A Retackable Awning

Our most common projection for a patio awning is 2 5m but it all depends on how much shading you want to provide.

How to measure the projection on a retackable awning.

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. In 1 foot increments. 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.

To measure for the ideal awning width measure along the exterior wall of your house. Measure for your awning. We recommend to extend your awning at least 1ft. For a standard sized awning you will need at least 7 ft.

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. Measure the desired width of your solaris retractable awning you can choose a width from 8 ft. For example a window that measures 60 in height would have an awning that has a 30 projection. On each side to get the best shade value.

This area must be unobstructed for the awning to extend properly. Screw the fasteners into a structural component such as a stud beam concrete or brick. Projection will be a multiple of 0 5m and less than 4m. 1000xt models require only 7 feet.

How to measure projection of awning. Measuring the height is a little trickier. Measure the height of the window from the edge of the trim on each end. A standard projection b would be approximately half the height of your window.

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. From your patio or deck floor to the bottom of your roof eave or overhang. Measure the area of the projection the length that the awning extends. You will need to measure up the wall to where you d like to have the awning at least 7 feet and 6 inches.

You can choose either projection this will change the height of the. The actual fabric width is 6 inches less than the total awning width. Step 1 measure the height of the wall where you want to install your awning.