We are getting more requests for this plan on how to build a louvered awning over a patio door. It’s a great alternative to other types of awnings out there.

FLEX-fence
Dimensions

FLEXfence louvered patio door awning

FLEX-fence
Note

The drawings are to be used as a guide only.

MATERIAL LISTING

 

  • 2/kits FLEXfence
  • 2/pcs. – 2″ x 4″ x 80″ OR – 2″ x 3″ x 80″
  • 3/pcs. – 2″ x 4″ x 36″ OR – 2″ x 3″ x 36″
  • 16/pcs. – 1″ x 6″ x 341/4″
  • 2/ FLEX·Awning Brackets (could substitute with your own wood brackets)
  • 4/pcs. – 5/16th x 4″ carriage bolts with appropriate nuts and washers
  • 4/pcs. – ¼” x 3″ expansion anchors (depending on wall construction)
  • 12/pcs. – #8 – 2″ wood screws
  • 12/pcs. – wood plugs (optional)
  • 4/pcs. – 3/16th x 1 ¾” machine eyebolts with appropriate nuts, washers and t-nuts
  • Carpenter’s glue
  • Sandpaper
  • Decorating: stain or paint

TOOLS REQUIRED

 

  • Pencil
  • Measuring Tape
  • #1 Robertson Screw Driver-Green Handle or (Philips Screw Driver)
  • #2 Robertson Screw Drive-Red Handle (Philips Screw Driver)
  • Hand Saw
  • Drill with appropriate bits & counter sink bit
  • Hammer
  • Chisel
  • Combination Square
  • Protective Eyewear
  • Level

OPTIONAL TOOLS

 

  • Router with decorative bits
  • Power saws – Mitre & Skill or table saw

HOWIE’S TIPS

  1. When attaching the FLEXfence brackets onto the rails allow for the brackets to move freely (swivel). Do not over tighten!
  2. When sizing FLEXfence always cut the rails and operating bar with hand tools and never with power tools.
  3. Always wear protective goggles.

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