For the 1000xt model you just mount a 1 x 4 board the same length as your awning width on the siding first then mount the awning to the board.
Installing sunsetter awning aluminum siding.
When removing the clear protective wrap from the awning do not use a knife or box cutter to cut plastic wrap as you could accidentally slice into your awning fabric.
Once the location is determined mark the ends with e for ends with the pencil.
Awning owner s manual and installation instructions.
Looking to install a 12 x 10 retractable awning off the back of my house to cover half of my deck 10ft wide.
If you are still working through the process of deciding on a style of awning for your application check out our easy guide to awnings which covers the various types and styles of awnings.
Do not drop or drag the awning on the ground.
Our motorized and manual models can be installed directly onto any siding.
The awning should be at least 7 to 8 feet above the ground or the patio.
Vista awning installation without hood.
900xt and 1000xt awning installation.
That is where this handy guide comes in.
Can i install the awning on vinyl or aluminum siding stucco or on masonry.
Model 900xt 1000xt awning.
For siding installation use the siding edge as the reference line if the siding is level.
Your awning 9 6 and make a mark at these locations.
Using a chalk line or a string snap a level line the length of the awning.
First determine the location of the awning and take an accurate measurement of the same with the measurement tape.
Follow the 6 simple steps to install it on vinyl siding.
Aluminum hood installation with already installed motorized awning.
On the chalk line you have marked on the house mark the left end of the fabric.
You just cut away the siding mount a pressure treated ledger board 2 x 8 the same width as your awning wrap it in aluminum then mount the awning to the board.
Your video was fantastic as we have the old aluminum siding with the old wood siding behind it trying to find the studs is going to be a pain.
You gave me a great idea of the test holes underneath the lip of the siding.
This is the starting.
Depending on the type of siding on your home or business and the category of awning you have selected how the awning is mounted will vary.
