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I have purchased a Coolaroo Outdoor blind (with crank), and wanting to instal without asking friends and family.
I have read instructions etc. however need some guidance and knowledge in attaching brackets to eaves/soffitel. I am starting with a smaller blind (1200 width). However, the brackets that hold the blind needs to be attached to wood stud/joist behind the eaves......
Would greatly appreciate help.
Hello @triplejjj
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's sensational to have you join us, and thanks for sharing your question about your outdoor blind.
Behind your eaves cover are the timber framing of your roof. I suggest using a stud finder to locate their position behind the eaves and mount a 70 x 35mm Outdoor Framing H3 Treated Pine - 2.4m onto the studs. I recommend using Zenith 10 - 8 x 75mm Galvanised Countersunk Rib Head Timber Screws to anchor the timber piece to the studs. You also have the option of painting it before you attach it to your eave.
Once the timber piece is secured to the studs in your eave you can then screw the outdoor blind to the timber piece. My best advice is to drill pilot holes both on the timber piece and on the studs of the eave.
Here is a handy guide that will help: How to use a stud finder
If you need further assistance, please let us know.
Eric
Hi @triplejjj,
Yes, you can paint treated H3 pine straight away. However, if the timber has a lot of knots, it's a good idea to use an primer first. This helps to seal in any sap that might weep out from the knots over time, which can sometimes happen even after painting. If you prefer, you can just go ahead with a water-based top coat and touch up any areas later if sap does come through — it doesn’t always happen, but it’s something to be aware of. Using a primer is simply a good way to minimise the risk of future issues.
As for cutting the timber, yes — Bunnings does offer a timber cutting service in-store. Just speak to a team member in the timber section. They’ll be able to cut your H3 pine to your desired lengths, usually free of charge for the first couple of cuts.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Mitchell
