Instructions To Build Retro Awning

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Instructions to build retro awning.

Sep 29 2012 tutorial to make your own awning for your trailer. These instructions aren t too. Well i made another awning. Sep 29 2012 tutorial to make your own awning for your trailer.

Add the mounting elbows shown in the last pic but do not glue these yet. For each of my window awnings i used 1 1 4 pine board and 2 six foot long 1 2 boards. Make sure to tighten the knob on each arm to keep them in place. The wood frame for the window awnings is made from inexpensive pine boards.

I used her instructions to make my first awning. To find her just put the search words vintage trailer awning in on ebay and she should show up. Spray blaster dry lubricant on the welt for an easy glide through the c channel. See more ideas about awning window awnings diy awning.

Cabanas are 350 00 including the structure and sunbrella canvas. Prices vary from 40 to 75 depending on size and details. Hammer the grommet maker to form the grommet into the awning. If you need to you can use your hands to pull the awning the rest of the way out.

Add a matching awning for your teardrop and you re ready to go. Make a few pencil marks remove the canvas and prime and cement the frame. The frame won t show much so you really don t need to use fancy wood. For building a wooden awning in the patio you will need wood posts wood beams nuts screws washers bolts and covering sheets.

Fold the awning the rest of the way in preparation for shipping or storage. Jul 4 2016 explore geri redmon seymour s board how to make an awning followed by 162 people on pinterest. The support system for window awnings above are 45. Wooden awning can be constructed successfully by following basic measurement and carpentry tips.

When dry few minutes slide the canvas back over the frame. I don t make them for money sorry but i know there is a woman on ebay who makes old fashioned awnings to sell. She might consider using your fabric and making one for you at a price. Use a lint roller to remove any loose threads while folding the awning.

Window awnings and support system to match your awning. Adjust the fittings to make sure the canvas is taut. Dry fit the frame and slide the canvas over the top. Trailer awning camper trailers shasta camper vintage caravans vintage travel trailers vintage campers diy awning camper awnings camper makeover.

I chose to make my awnings cover just enough of the window to hide the blinds underneath. The link is listed on the blogroll. I have to give credit to the gal who posted her instructions online.