Saving on the cooling bill can be helped by building awnings for the windows to keep out the penetrating sun s rays.
Diy pipe frame awning.
This type of project can be great to block sunlight from a specific direction.
2 2in x 5 ft pvc pipe 2 1 1 2 in x 10 ft pvc pipe cut to 6 ft 2 3 8 x 3in bolt 2 3 8 in washer 2 3 8 in nut full time rv living as a travel nurse.
Dry fit the frame.
Repeat for each piece of pvc.
May 31 2014 allowing the sun to shine through the windows in the summer can really heat the home up.
Simple project that about anyone can do.
The awning material is a 6 x9 canvas drop cloth.
Start by making the frame.
Diy awning step 1.
The fittings in this project include the m50 fitting and malleable plug.
You ll need 1 2 pvc pipe the t s and elbows shown here pvc cutters and.
Slide canvas onto frame.
Awnings are typically made with a metal frame and are composed of some type of fabric.
The m50 is used to attach the canopy to the pipe supports.
This shade wall was built by lynn in freehold new jersey.
If you want to make a stationary window awning you can do it with pvc pipe and fabric.
Insert the middle of the twine into the hole at the top of the pole and out the other side.
Cut four pieces of twine that are each 4 feet long.
This is the cheapest canvas drop cloth i.
Just need a drill if you get the pvc pipe precut a.