Install A Metal Awning On Top Of Vinyl Siding

Looking to install a 12 x 10 retractable awning off the back of my house to cover half of my deck 10ft wide.

Install a metal awning on top of vinyl siding. Metal awnings tend to cost more than fabric ones but they last longer and require less maintenance. Or you can paint the board the same color as your house or trim if you want so it will blend in nicely with your siding or trim. 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. When looking at the type of awning that will be best for you cost convenience maintenance and longevity will all probably play a part.

When anchoring your awning it is essential to determine what your siding is manufactured from. 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. The most complex is probably a metal awning that is retractable and motorized to retract automatically. However the type of siding as well as the presence of framing members or studs can make a difference in installation.

Remove the siding at the height of your intended installation and take a look to see if you can locate studs. You gave me a great idea of the test holes underneath the lip of the siding. The awning should be at least 7 to 8 feet above the ground or the patio. Once the location is determined mark the ends with e for ends with the pencil.

Remove the siding in the area of installation and install a header board directly over the sheathing into the studs. Follow the 6 simple steps to install it on vinyl siding.