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Hi there,
I'm considering a DIY window awning idea for a couple of my windows, 1800 mm wide 1400 mm drop. x2 triangle shaped frame on each
side supporting lightweight roof material such as pc sheet. I'd use treated plywood for the frame.
Each frame will have 3 arms, one attached to the brick wall, other 2 arms ([peripheral arms) attached to the arm attached to the brick wall. The angle would be 30 deg to protect the window from weather. Is there any metal angle bracket that I can buy to attach two peripheral arms to the one attached to the wall? I'd need 3 angle bracket for each frame. A couple of sample pictures attached. I'm open to suggestions/alternative options. Thanks in advance.
Morning @rahad
"The angle would be 30 deg to protect the window from weather."
I made a rather amateur one from saw-ripped pallet hardwood and mini-corrugate off-cuts - more of an experiment really. I wasn't sure what angle would be best (this was privacy orientated) so I hinged the top so I could play around with what worked best. Once that was determined - I applied the two wooden supports.
It's all one unit - ie ; a frame that is held in place by four screws.
Working well - so I should paint it - one day.
Cheers.
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @rahad. It's brilliant to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about creating an awning.
Just to clarify, it seems like you're asking for metal angle brackets to attach the two peripheral arms (the ones extending from the wall) to the arm that’s mounted on the wall, correct? From your description and the pictures, though, it seems like the arms that extend outward are typically cut at an angle to meet the mounting timber plate, and would usually be fixed with screws rather than using angle brackets.
Could you confirm whether you're looking for brackets to reinforce the joints between the arms, or if you're referring to a different part of the structure? I'd love to help you find the right materials once I have a clearer idea of your design and the specific joints you're working with.
I've created a rendering below to help illustrate how the awning could be put together.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Mitchell
Hi @rahad,
If you can build the structure on the ground before mounting, the screws can be installed from the rear of it. However, if you're going to be building it on the wall, the screw would need to go diagonally through the arms into the uprights. It would be best to drive screws from both sides, construct the frame on the ground and then have a friend help lift it into position.
Mitchell
"Also if you don't mind uploading another image showing how you fixed those arms with screws, that would be great."
Sure @rahad.
The angle did turn out to be 30 degrees. As this was an experimental small window prototype and being hinged at the top - it doesn't take much to support the corrugated section.
Cheers.
