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How to cover an apartment balcony?

We live in an apartment on the top floor (4th) we are exposed to the elements with no cover whatsoever on our balcony. Yet it has aesthetic structure. We have tried many places yet no none seems to be able to help. On how we can have a cover fixed to the structure to give us some protection

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MitchellMc

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @lainee57. It's wonderful to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about creating shade on a balcony.

When planning a project like adding cover to an apartment balcony, it's essential to be well-prepared with a clear vision of what you want and a solid plan for achieving it. It can be challenging when you can't easily discuss options with tradespeople, but the first step should be to consult with the body corporate (if your building has one). Since any alterations you make could affect the building's overall appearance, you'll likely need their approval before proceeding.

It's a good idea to have a draftsperson draw up some designs to present to the body corporate. A draftsperson can help bring your ideas to life and ensure that the design aligns with any guidelines or restrictions. Once the body corporate reviews and approves the plans or suggests modifications, you can approach tradespeople with these detailed designs in hand. This way, they'll have a clear understanding of your requirements, and you'll have peace of mind knowing the alterations are approved and won’t cause issues down the line.

With proper preparation and clear communication, the tradespeople can then construct a cover that fits your balcony and gives you the protection you’re looking for.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Mitchell

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