Ways To Hang An Awning

Pop a caulk line to mark the position for the support brackets.

Ways to hang an awning.

These awnings have a welded frame that is attached permanently to a wall. Mount camel back brackets to the house insuring that the screws penetrate the sheathing. Lift the awning into place and bolt it to the brackets. Really want to build out a proper entryway but just can t afford it at the moment awning.

Depending on your brand of awning you will use either a large bolt or a screw to attach the awning into the brackets. There are four main awning styles available including pull style in which you pull a strap to open the awning hand crank in which you rotate a rod to open the awning hardwired which have a motor and must be wired to the rv and battery powered which have a motor and do not require hardwiring. Mount top trim in channel of the mounting bracket and allow the awning to hang. Attach the brackets to the house even with the chalk line making sure they are plumb.

Another crucial tool to correctly mount your awning is a quality tape measure to verify the mounting locations are spaced evenly. Measure accurately down from mounting trim to the point recommended by the manufacturer. The key is to go as simple as possible. A rectangle of dark fabric on steel supports tucked right.

However the type of siding as well as the presence of framing members or studs can make a difference in installation. Mark the location of the awning on the side of the house making sure it is level. Make sure the hardware you use is tight and that your awning does not wiggle around.