Add 4 inches to that measurement.
How to make an awning frame with pvc.
Dry fit the frame.
As you can see from the video the construction is very lightweight and simple yet it also looks rigid enough to last.
Here s a video that shows you how one diyer constructed a simple awning for a small window from polycarbonate.
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This is a very inexpensive retractable window awning project.
Awning in retracted position.
Measure the width of the window with a tape measure.
Diy awning step 1.
This will allow the pvc pipe to be slightly wider.
You ll need 1 2 pvc pipe the t s and elbows shown here pvc cutters and.
The outer pipe has one hole and the inner pipe attached to the awning has multiple holes.
Start by making the frame.
This will be the piece that attaches to the arms.
Use a d pin or something fancier to set the height.
Diy stationary window awning using pvc pipe.
Cut another piece of pvc pipe to the same size.
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Use a pvc pipe that the frame pipe will fit into.
This is the cheapest canvas drop cloth i.
Slide canvas onto frame.
The awning material is a 6 x9 canvas drop cloth.