I've done this as well, including painting the metal top surface the correct color. I have also used an Elastomer Roof coating to "paint the cloth" as well.
Wish they have vinyl cover. I want hard cover, but thin metal sheet is pretty noisy when rain drop on it. Glass looks nice too and not noisy when water drop on it, but not so nice when water stain build up on it.
Each of the covering materials has trade-offs. Metal is the most durable but is the loudest in rain and hail storms. Cloth comes in a wide range of colors and patterns, but are susceptible to UV and wind damage. Glass is ultrasleek, but doesn't provide much shade and requires ongoing cleaning and removal of calcium if located in much of the western U.S. or other areas with high calcium content in the water. We have the metal, are happy with it, but they can be a bit noisy during a big downpour! Thanks for watching and writing! Best, DFJ
Glad you like it! You can get this type of panel from Home and Ranch Supplies, or the big box improvement stores like Home Depot, Lowes, and Menard's. Let me know how it turns out!
ToughAncientSpark (what a cool screen name!), then it becomes more difficult but not impossible. Using the basic ratios in the episode, you can have the frames made a metal fabrication/welding shop that works with aluminum. As for the clips, I would try McMaster Carr, Grainger, or Fastenal. Here's a link for an Amazon listed product that would be made to work: www.amazon.com/Jarshtime-Connecting-Bracket-Fastener-Channel/dp/B09WCTNKNS?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=A2V2910HXW1UDG I hope this helps! Best, DFJ
Zinc rusts differently than metal, forming a white coating over time, But eventually will break down completely, exposed continually to the elements@DirtFarmerJay
Thanks for stopping by - I'm sure there is someone out there that shows you the process. You might watch our episode though, as it does talk about general proportions when designing the awning frame heights and projections. The best to you and yours! - DFJ
Was any of the content helpful? That's a goal. Sometimes using a ratio, such as 2/5th's, or 2 to 5 helps the proportions to be more easy visualized. Sounds like that didn't happen in this case. Thanks for writing! Best, DFJ
I'm like, please speak english! I was hoping to follow along with you, but some of the descriptive words are like greek to me. I guess I need to find someone who speaks simple transparent english that I can follow easily.
Would have been great to have a finished picture of them all installed like you had at the beginning when the fabric was still covering the awnings.
Agreed. Subscribe to our Facebook or Instagram feed and I'll make sure to post a picture over there. Best, DFJ
Just started a few seconds ago, and I love this guy already.
Thanks for watching!
I have metal awnings and I love the sound of rain on them!
Much gratitude!
Glad you liked it!
I've done this as well, including painting the metal top surface the correct color. I have also used an Elastomer Roof coating to "paint the cloth" as well.
Great ideas!
Excellent explanation!!! Awesome teacher!! Straight to the point!! No hee hawing!! Thanks brother. Keep up with professional advice. God bless
Thanks, Janice! Best, DFJ
Thank you so much for posting this how to video we are going to use your Tips to do the same thing to our awnings.
Nice job gave me many ideas for my home project THANK YOU
Wonderful video! Have been looking for window awnings. May try to diy frames for this type of metal awnings.
Have fun! Let me know how it turns out. Best, DFJ
Thanks
Great tips all around!
Glad it was helpful!
Wish they have vinyl cover. I want hard cover, but thin metal sheet is pretty noisy when rain drop on it. Glass looks nice too and not noisy when water drop on it, but not so nice when water stain build up on it.
Each of the covering materials has trade-offs. Metal is the most durable but is the loudest in rain and hail storms. Cloth comes in a wide range of colors and patterns, but are susceptible to UV and wind damage. Glass is ultrasleek, but doesn't provide much shade and requires ongoing cleaning and removal of calcium if located in much of the western U.S. or other areas with high calcium content in the water. We have the metal, are happy with it, but they can be a bit noisy during a big downpour! Thanks for watching and writing! Best, DFJ
This is a great idea! I may build my own frames and give it a try. Where did you find the aluminum for the covering?
Glad you like it! You can get this type of panel from Home and Ranch Supplies, or the big box improvement stores like Home Depot, Lowes, and Menard's. Let me know how it turns out!
Good morning from Southeast South Dakota
Morning!
But what if you don't have a frame that has canvas that you can reuse?
Also, where did you get those hold down brackets??
ToughAncientSpark (what a cool screen name!), then it becomes more difficult but not impossible. Using the basic ratios in the episode, you can have the frames made a metal fabrication/welding shop that works with aluminum. As for the clips, I would try McMaster Carr, Grainger, or Fastenal.
Here's a link for an Amazon listed product that would be made to work:
www.amazon.com/Jarshtime-Connecting-Bracket-Fastener-Channel/dp/B09WCTNKNS?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=A2V2910HXW1UDG
I hope this helps!
Best, DFJ
Zinc rusts differently than metal, forming a white coating over time, But eventually will break down completely, exposed continually to the elements@DirtFarmerJay
Where did you buy the metal sheets?
Our local Home Depot. Best, DFJ
Aww man I want to know how to make the material version
Thanks for stopping by - I'm sure there is someone out there that shows you the process. You might watch our episode though, as it does talk about general proportions when designing the awning frame heights and projections. The best to you and yours! - DFJ
❤ loved this video. Thanks so much
Noise of hail on the awnings!
Depends on the size of the hail and what angle it's coming from if the sound is melodic or irritating. So far, so good! Best, DFJ
Are there any pictures. I went to Facebook and found you but not pictures.
Do you mean additional still photos that were used in the production of the video? Are there particular details that you are looking for? Best, DFJ
Oh God this old lady will do this
Love it! Let us know how it turns out. Best, DFJ
Interesting video but more about how to modify what you have bought than building your own.
he said 2 5ths. lol wtf way of measuring is that
Was any of the content helpful? That's a goal. Sometimes using a ratio, such as 2/5th's, or 2 to 5 helps the proportions to be more easy visualized. Sounds like that didn't happen in this case. Thanks for writing! Best, DFJ
I'm like, please speak english! I was hoping to follow along with you, but some of the descriptive words are like greek to me. I guess I need to find someone who speaks simple transparent english that I can follow easily.