Here s how to go about installing a retractable awning.
How to install retractable awning.
Measure from a door or window to where the outer bracket will be installed.
You gave me a great idea of the test holes underneath the lip of the siding.
Attach the brackets to the house even with the chalk line making sure they are plumb.
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.
Write down this measurement.
Your retractable awning will be at least 8 feet above the floor.
Lay out a chalk line or use laser level to determine location of awning.
Get the height of your retractable awning.
Based on the degree of height and how high the awnings you plan on expanding.
Looking to install a 12 x 10 retractable awning off the back of my house to cover half of my deck 10ft wide.
Using this same measurement on.
When the retractable awning installs over a revolving fence install about 10 12 inches for clearance.
Mark the location of the awning on the side of the house making sure it is level.