6 tips on arranging a canopy( visor) over the porch of a private house + photo

Contents

1. №1.Basic requirements for the visor
2. №2.Canopy Material Above the Porch
3. No. 4 visor shape. Mounting options visor
4. №5.Ready visor or self-made?
5. # 6.How to make a visor with your own hands?

• Designing
• Creating a Metal Frame
• Assembling the External Cover
• Visor on
• Supports Creating a Wooden Frame

At the end of

A shed over the porch is a seemingly small enough part of the building, but you can’t imagine a private house without it. It should be at least once to go out on the porch in the rain in order to understand how important it is to equip a reliable visor above it. Ensuring the comfort of is not limited to its functions - a canopy is also necessary for to protect the entrance group of from the negative effects of precipitation, as well as for decorating the home of .When it comes time to move on to the arrangement of a canopy over the porch of the house, a lot of questions arise: from the material of manufacture to the possibility of creating a visor with your own hands. Each of these issues requires detailed consideration so that in the future the shed will be 100% able to cope with its tasks.

№1.Basic requirements for

visor Regardless of whether you buy a ready-made visor or manufacture it yourself, it should meet some of the requirements of the :

• canopy can withstand the weight of precipitation that can accumulate on it;
• , if possible, equip the visor not only above the entrance door, but above the whole porch;
• it is desirable to provide a system for collecting and draining rainwater;
• visor should match the style of the house, its entrance group and the site, so when it is arranged it is necessary to choose the appropriate materials, colors and shapes. You can use in its design the same material as for the roof of the house, or use the same elements as in the fence.

№2.Canopy material over the porch

The two main components of any visor are the frame and the outer covering .The main strength and decorative qualities of the visor depend on them. The frame can be wooden or metal ( forged or welded from tubes and corners).Metal is more durable and practical, and forged is also a luxurious appearance. A metal frame is the best option if we are not talking about a wooden house: in this case, it may simply not be combined with the main building. A tree will have to take care of more, and its durability is significantly lower.

There are a lot of options for external coating. Consider the main advantages and disadvantages of each of them.

Polycarbonate visor

Translucent flexible polycarbonate sheets are widely used not only for arranging greenhouses, winter gardens, gazebos, balconies and fences, but also when designing canopies.

Advantages of :

• variety of shades;
• ability to disperse the sun's rays;
• low weight;
• high flexibility, so polycarbonate can be equipped with a visor of any shape. It is easy to work with the material, so often, if necessary, to make a canopy with their own hands, masters choose polycarbonate;
• resistance to gusts of wind, fire and rotting, the ability to withstand solid wind loads;
• durability.

Among the deficiencies, the is not the highest resistance to mechanical damage, so scratches and cracks may appear on the material over time. In addition, polycarbonate without a protective coating under the influence of sunlight will darken or turn yellow.

Plastic Visor

Externally similar to polycarbonate, a special dense plastic for outdoor use differs lower price .The basic properties of the material is very close to polycarbonate, but its strength is slightly inferior to it. The material is presented in a wide variety of colors, but if desired, the shade can be changed using a special film: during installation or operation.

Metal Visor

The advantages of the Metal Visor are obvious: strength, ability to withstand heavy loads, durability, resistance to temperature extremes. Visors of interesting shapes can be made of metal, but still this option is used infrequently due to some reasons: a lot of weight and the need for regular anti-corrosion treatment.

Visor from corrugated board

Profiled sheeting in popularity can be compared only with polycarbonate. The material, which is a metal, coated on both sides with a polymeric protective compound, is used for cladding houses and balconies, erecting fences, and also has been used as a material for decorating roofs.

The advantages of the :

• durability;
• wide variety of colors, the ability to imitate other materials;
• low weight and flexibility, which greatly simplifies the work;
• durability.

Profiled sheeting combines perfectly with a metal frame, and among its deficiencies, is called excessive noise during precipitation. The material has low resistance to mechanical damage, and it is almost impossible to repair it, so it is better to choose thicker sheets of corrugated flooring( at least 10 mm).

Forged visor

Forged visors over the porch deserve special attention. This is the most expensive option of all, but the is a luxurious .Usually forged products are made to order, taking into account all the wishes of the customer. The advantages and disadvantages of these visors are the same as those of metal. Not only the frame, but also the roofing part of the visor can be made of forging elements, but in any case, will have to be combined with another material to provide the porch with complete protection against precipitation. Excellent forging wilted with polycarbonate.

Visor from

metal tiles You can build nice canopies from metal tiles, but they will look best when the roof of the house is made of identical material.

Benefits of the :

• light weight;
• resistance to mechanical stress;
• durability;
• resistance to moisture, temperature extremes;
• aesthetic appearance.

During the rain, the metal tile will give a distinctive sound. If this is a problem, you can use shingles: it, plus everything, has a lower weight.

Wood visor

Wooden visors can decorate a house built from a log house, and also harmonize well with rough brick buildings. The tree is the ideal of environmental friendliness of and beauty, but is afraid of moisture, fire, insects and mold, therefore, from time to time will have to be treated with protective compounds. Very rarely, wood is used as an external coating, but this option also has the right to life - only care will be needed more. Most often the wooden frame is covered on top with corrugated metal, metal, polycarbonate, slate or tile.

glass canopy The glass canopy is the solution for the most demanding. This visor will be perfectly combined with houses and areas made in the style of hi-tech or minimalism. For arranging such sheds, tempered glass is used, which can withstand considerable loads, and in the event of damage it will not hurt anyone. The advantages of : excellent appearance, originality and ability to transmit light. In addition, the glass is not susceptible to corrosion, rotting, temperature drops, it does not care. Cons : high price and high weight.

№3.

visor shape

The shape is selected depending on your own preferences, the size of the visor and the characteristics of the house. The most common options:

• dome visor .In addition to the original appearance, its advantages include a smaller surface area compared to other types of canopies that cover the same area under it. Consequently, the materials will need less, and this is a savings. The streamlined shape is an important advantage for areas subject to strong winds;
• arched and semi-arched visors are characterized by increased resistance to snow loads and natural water drainage. On a semi-arched visor( sometimes called a marquise), very few materials will be required;
• single-sided visor - this is the most simple to install design, ensuring the normal flow of water. One of the varieties of such a canopy is a visor with a valance;
• The gabled visor is notable for its increased strength, it is well combined with the same roofs;
• makes sense to equip the flat visor only if it is planned to grow flowers on it. Looks good in the case when the canopy material is glass;
• concave visor provides free convergence of precipitation. The unusual form of such a canopy can be a highlight of the house.
  
  

№4.Variants of mounting the visor

The method of fastening the visor is chosen depending on what material is used and what area will be shed. You can choose from the following options:

• suspended structure .Fastening is carried out on suspensions from above a peak. Suitable for lightweight materials such as polycarbonate, corrugated;
• the hinged design of the is fixed with supports to the wall;
• support structures are distinguished by the presence of elements that abut the porch or the ground, which are necessary for large and heavy canopies.

№5.Ready visor or self-made?

When you already have ideas about what shape, size and material a visor should be, it is time to decide who you can trust to make it - the professionals or yourself. The stores have a good selection of ready-made canopies for the porch, the range of such structures is considerable. In this case, the cost of time and effort is minimal, but the cost of construction increases, and the probability of finding exactly what you need is not very high. The alternative is to order a visor on an individual project, but the price will be even higher.

If you have at least some skills in construction and welding, enough time and a great desire to save money, then you can try to make a visor with your own hands. This design will best match the appearance of the house and the requirements of the owners.

# 6.How to make a visor with your own hands?

You can try to make simple designs yourself - this is a big savings. With enough experience, you can take on the complex arched visors. The entire manufacturing process consists of such steps as the design and calculation of the necessary materials, the creation of a frame( wooden or metal), the installation of the frame on the wall and the arrangement of the outer covering.

Designing

When it comes to construction work, even if not the most serious, cannot do without drawing .The drawing indicates the shape and dimensions of the future shed. The width of the visor should be 50-60 cm greater than the width of the entrance door. The minimum length of the overhang is 80 cm. If we are talking about a lean-to visor, then it is necessary to provide a slope: the optimal value is 20 degrees. The resulting drawing will help in carrying out installation work, as well as help to navigate how much and what materials you need.

Creating a Metal Frame

The easiest way is to work with a profile tube of triangular cross section. First, it is necessary to cut pieces of pipe of the required size, and then proceed to welding. The first step is to weld the base frame of the visor in the form of the letter P, then fix the main elements. As a rule, the frame is completely assembled on the ground, much less often they continue to fix some elements already on the frame mounted on the wall.

The number of jumpers depends on the length of the overhang and the type of material used for coating. If profiled sheeting is used, then a distance of at least 30 cm must be made between the slats. The final stage is the installation of the cornice rail, as well as the gutter and pipe, if they are provided for by the construction.

Working with straight parts is not so difficult - labor intensity increases, if you need to make an canopy of an arched shape .In this case, metal pipes are cut with a large margin and bend them with a pipe bender or a gas wrench. In the absence of such tools, you can use the grinder. With its help, counter-cuts are made on the pipe every 30-40 cm, after which it is bent until the desired radius is reached, and the joints of the slots are welded together. With the second and subsequent pipes do the same, and to achieve the same bend, you must constantly apply the first pipe as a sample. It now remains to cut off the excess and cook with the workpiece.

If the visor is large enough and heavy, do not forget to weld the stops to the frame, which will lead from the outside corners of the visor to the wall. When all the welding work is finished, can be smoothened the seams with an grinder, then primed and painted the metal. The next step is to create holes in the pipes for fastening the structure to the wall. For this purpose, use an anchor or screws. Small peaks fasten in four places: at the top and bottom at each edge, but large heavy structures will need additional fasteners. Previously on the wall it is better to note the installation of the visor - this will simplify the work. It is possible to fasten the cover to the installed frame.

Installation of external coating

For self-construction of a visor, it is better to choose polycarbonate or decking - they are as simple as possible, and in case of installation errors, financial losses will not be so significant. Sheeting is attached to the frame using roofing screws with rubber washers, polycarbonate - using screws and thermo washers.

At the attachment points to the frame on the polycarbonate drill holes. Between the frame and polycarbonates necessarily equip the silicone or rubber layer. Thermo washers are not screwed very tightly to provide sheets with a slight offset. Sheet sections must be closed with an end profile. It is advisable to leave small gaps between the polycarbonate sheets for thermal expansion. After the material is fully installed on the frame, you can seal the seam in the place of junction of the canopy to the wall, for which use a metal bar.

Visor on

supports For large and heavy visors, the above scheme is not suitable. Not everyone will decide to erect a canopy on supports - the process requires with special knowledge and extensive experience of , therefore, for informational purposes, we present an approximate sequence of actions. First, supports are made with a distance of no more than 2 m from each other. They can be made of brick, concrete or metal, they require foundation preparation. Grooves are made in the wall for the beams, which are placed on the supports and in the grooves. After that, the roof of the visor is erected, the lining and the lower binder are made, and spot lighting can be arranged in the shed.

Creating a wooden frame

The frame of wood can be made with minimal training in construction work. The sequence of actions is as follows:

• above the door it is necessary to mark the line of the future visor, drill several holes, and then fix the wooden bar of the desired length using anchors;
• under the established bar at the edges fix two vertical bars;
• at an angle to the horizontal beam from two sides are attached bars, which will become the basis for the installation of external coating. To support the supporting beams, additional beams are attached leading from the vertical bars;
• if the visor is large, the crate is laid on the beams, and only then the roofing material.

In conclusion

A wide choice of materials allows you to create a visor over the porch of any shape and size, but carried away by the decorative component, do not forget about the main functions of the canopy. It is possible to undertake an independent production in the case of complete confidence in their abilities, otherwise the process risks turning into a waste of money and time spent.