May 31 2014 allowing the sun to shine through the windows in the summer can really heat the home up.
Diy exterior awning patio frames.
Diy awning step 1.
Decide if you want the awning to be attached to the exterior of the house or a freestanding structure supported by vertical poles inserted into the ground.
Step 1 take patio measurements.
The awning material is a 6 x9 canvas drop cloth.
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Dry fit the frame.
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Then measure the size of the patio to determine how much material you need to purchase.
Start by making the frame.
Saving on the cooling bill can be helped by building awnings for the windows to keep out the penetrating sun s rays.
Follow these steps to build an outdoor awning or canopy over your patio.
Building a timber frame window awning.
Slide canvas onto frame.
A backyard canopy patio awning or patio shade screen is a fabric roofed structures supported by a freestanding rigid frame that s bolted to your deck.
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