How To Measure The Projection On A Retackable Awning

Measure the protrusion of your existing patio or deck and select one of the standard awning projections.

How to measure the projection on a retackable awning.

Awning enclosures require a minimum clearance of 10 inches if mounting above an exit or entrance. The actual fabric width is 6 inches less than the total awning width. In 1 foot increments. 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.

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. For example a window that measures 60 in height would have an awning that has a 30 projection. If you are planning to mount the cover above a door wall or window you ll need to add an additional 10 inches. 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.

1000xt models require only 7 feet. You can choose either projection this will change the height of the. A standard projection b would be approximately half the height of your window. Measuring the height is a little trickier.

Our most common projection for a patio awning is 2 5m but it all depends on how much shading you want to provide. Measure the height of the window from the edge of the trim on each end. How to measure projection of awning. To measure for the ideal awning width measure along the exterior wall of your house.

Measure for your awning. Measure the desired width of your solaris retractable awning you can choose a width from 8 ft. You will need to measure up the wall to where you d like to have the awning at least 7 feet and 6 inches. From your patio or deck floor to the bottom of your roof eave or overhang.

Step 1 measure the height of the wall where you want to install your awning. This area must be unobstructed for the awning to extend properly. Measure the area of the projection the length that the awning extends. Screw the fasteners into a structural component such as a stud beam concrete or brick.

When actually installing retractable awnings do two things. For a standard sized awning you will need at least 7 ft. Projection will be a multiple of 0 5m and less than 4m.