How To Measure The Projection Of A Retractable Deck Awning

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

How to measure the projection of a retractable deck awning. For low clearances or difficult mounting locations mount the retractable awning to the ceiling an overhang like an eave or soffit or the roof instead of the wall. Awning enclosures require a minimum clearance of 10 inches if mounting above an exit or entrance. 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. Select the projection that best fits your needs d.

Measuring the height is a little trickier. From your patio or deck floor to the bottom of your roof eave or overhang. In 1 foot increments. The total eclipse retractable awning has projections up to 16 feet is constructed of the strongest commercial grade hardware and uses the most durable weather resistant awning fabric available.

Measure for your awning. This allows for a proper walk through height out at the front edge of the awning. A minimum of 7 feet 6 in. Our most common projection for a patio awning is 2 5m but it all depends on how much shading you want to provide.

Determining the awning s projection measure the protrusion of your existing patio or deck and select one of the standard awning projections. This area must be unobstructed for the awning to extend properly. Note the actual fabric width is 6 inches less than the total awning width. If you don t have this clearance we can create a customized awning solution for you.

1000xt models require only 7 feet. This model requires no electricity. 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. 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 projection on top of your arbor pergola canopy or sunroom. You will need to measure up the wall to where you d like to have the awning at least 7 feet and 6 inches. Projection in sand aleko awning is the first choice for most aleko awning is the first choice for most home owners who choose a manually operated model because for its value it extends out a full 10 ft from your house giving you up to 120 sq. Of coverage and protection.

If you are planning to mount the cover above a door wall or window you ll need to add an additional 10 inches. Manual patio retractable awning 120 in. Step 1 measure the height of the wall where you want to install your awning. Measure the desired width on top of your arbor pergola canopy or sunroom.

To get the right size retractable awning for your home simply download and follow the easy awning measuring instructions at right. Here s how to measure for a retractable awning. Projection will be a multiple of 0 5m and less than 4m. Measure the area of the projection the length that the awning extends.

For a standard sized awning you will need at least 7 ft.