How to make your own hands canopy over the porch of polycarbonate - drawings and photos

If we are talking about the porch, then such a construction can not be called a shed (as it is by definition characterized by considerable dimensions and massiveness) and visor.Consequently, much less all parameters - and dimensions and weight.And considering that the polycarbonate is in all respects a good and comfortable material - ease of processing and bending strength, low cost, and the like - that it is best suited for arranging lightweight protective structure (canopy or hood) over the porch with his hands.

Before selecting materials (carcass) and be drawing the visor, you should decide at some point.

Purpose

What visor should naturally fit in with the overall design of the building, it is clear and without explanation.And that's where it will be located, it has a value.If above the main entrance - one solution that is in the back yard - more, it is possible and easier.

climate

Features First of all, whether the snow falls in the winter a lot?On this depends not only the necessary strength visor, but its optimal form.And it is diverse.

• pent
• gable
• tent (probably the preferred option, since on the one side of the porch is covered completely).
• arch

single-slope

dual

tent

arched

As for strength, then there are two basic solutions:

• with fastening only on the wall
• same + support (for example, such options).

their capabilities

For example, if the welding machine and have the skills to use them?The same goes for the tube bender, "grinder" and so on.Depends on it, what materials other than polycarbonate, it will be easier to work with.

Now it is clear that the specific advice, for example, the diameter and length of the screws, the thickness of the sheet of plastic material for the frame giving makes no sense.But general recommendations thinks and knows how to work with their hands will be useful to the reader.Since coated initially we have already decided - polycarbonate - that we actually go to the base plate (frame).

General requirements

Optimal dimensions visor.Too large - the additional load on the frame and an increased material consumption.Overpriced small - a guarantee that the porch will constantly water or snow. Canopy should only slightly exceed the dimensions of the site perimeter and stages as by driving rain, he still will not protect.Usually guided by a doorway - visor must be wider by about half a meter.

steepness of ramps. recommended at least 150º .It is sufficient in terms of bias and "sail", and to provide spontaneous gathering with snow cover.

Frame of wood

Disadvantages known - a short service life, the need for ongoing treatment and care (impregnation, paints, varnishes), significant weight.And not all houses this design approach, except for wood or masonry structures.

If accepted such a solution, it is desirable to get bar 50 x 50 board - on "15» , and certainly softwood.Best of all - a larch.Wood is unique in its own way, because it only gets stronger with the absorption of moisture.No wonder experienced builders larch is used when laying the lower crowns of log and timber houses.

If you have the ability and desire, it can be collected and a frame:

Figure clearly explains all.

Metal frame

options so that the list all have no chance.Here are the most common engineering solutions:

Not all of them, unfortunately, you can implement any of us.For example, a peak of more than attractive and practical.

But in order to mount it, you need to know what is artistic forging.Besides the ability to have more and the necessary equipment (horn) and related supplies (tools).

What use

• For pitched roofs more suitable area ( "twenty" is enough).
• The construction of the arch or tent type, given that the sheets will have to bend radially, it is advisable to mount from the pipes.

remains to add that a sufficient thickness of the sheets of polycarbonate visor for a small - of the order of 6 mm, for a marker - from 8 to 12 mm.