After a hard week at work, I want to relax and unwind in the open air. But the sultry heat or unexpected rain force them to hide indoors. Salvation in this case will be summer canopies for relaxation. They will help to shelter from the weather, while remaining outdoors. In addition, they will become a protection for storing things or an alternative to a closed garage for a car. They can be made from various materials, which allows you to independently choose the desired shape and design of the structure.
What explains the popularity of awnings
Country canopy is very common. It can be seen next to a private house in almost every area. And this is not surprising, given all its advantages over other structures. Benefits include:
Simple and lightweight construction that does not require foundation arrangements
The design is solid but not fundamental
A fixed roof that doesn't need to be replaced every year
Protects from bad weather
Construction is cheaper than other similar structures
Along with this, there is only one drawback - windy. The open sides are not able to protect from the wind. This disadvantage should be taken into account during construction. It is important to make the structure strong and reliable so that the wind cannot destroy it.
Diversity of species
Photos of country awnings flooded the Internet. They are found everywhere. And they are all so different in shape, color and design.
The design flaw of being windy can often be circumvented by making the canopy attached to the house. In this case, the canopy is a continuation of the roof of the house. The visor is firmly attached to the house. Thus, on the one hand, protection from the wind will be provided.
The second type of canopy suggests that the structure will stand apart from all buildings. Free-standing canopies resemble an umbrella, only in larger sizes.
Types of roofing
Country canopy may differ in the type of roof. In this regard, it can be:
Straight roof (eg parking lot)
Sloped roof: single and double slope. Thanks to the angle of inclination, water drains from the roof in a timely manner
With a complex roof that can be of any shape. Down to the semi-arch
Any of these country sheds are going toDIY.
From what you can make a canopy
It is necessary to approach the choice of materials for a canopy with an understanding of their main characteristics. The main materials for the frame are metal and wood. Recently, plastic pipes have been increasingly used.
The most commonly chosen materials for roofing are polycarbonate, corrugated board, metal tiles, plexiglass, polyethylene, slate. Various polymeric materials (e.g. fiberglass), fabrics (designed for awnings), ordinary glass can also be used.
Many other materials that are not traditional can be used. It all depends on the vision of the owner and the overall design of the site. It is important not just to choose the materials you like. They need to be properly combined with each other and the selected type of canopy. Let's take a look at some of the most popular options.
Made of wood and polycarbonate attached to the house
Having chosen the variant of the canopy to the country house you like, you need to draw its scheme. It will help determine the size of the structure, the amount of materials needed. Following the drawn drawing, it is necessary to mark the supports on the selected site. The selected area must be prepared by first clearing it and leveling the ground.
Since a tree can become unusable over time under the influence of weather factors, it must be treated with protective agents. To do this, you can use antiseptics, primers, paints.
Polycarbonate is one of the new materials that has a number of advantages. It is light, easy to install, allows light to pass through and at the same time protects from precipitation.
The canopy under consideration will be attached to the house. Its roof is sloped. This means that the supports running along the wall will be longer. The front supports are made 40-50 cm shorter. Having measured the desired height, a horizontal bar is fixed on the wall of the building. For the construction of a canopy, it is recommended to take a wooden beam with a section of 9x9 cm.
Pits are being prepared under the supports (0.5 m is enough). It creates a pillow of crushed stone and sand (up to 10 cm). Supports are placed inside. They must be strictly perpendicular. This can be checked with a level. When the supports are out, they are poured with concrete.
The next step is to connect the bars together to create a frame. To do this, with the help of corners, horizontal bars are attached. A crate is made on top of them and rafters are installed.
Since this type of country canopies is made of polycarbonate, it must be prepared. To do this, the sheets are interconnected in such a way that the intended size of the roof is obtained. This will be easier if you use an HP profile and thermal washers. Working at height is hard enough. Therefore, all possible work is best done on the ground. After mounting the polycarbonate on the crate, the canopy is considered ready.
Free-standing metal and corrugated canopy
Decking has more weight than, for example, polycarbonate. Therefore, it is most oftenfixed on a metal frame.
Drains from a metal pipe are located at a distance of 1 m from each other. Their total number will depend on the chosen size of the country canopy. The supports are buried 60 cm into the ground. For this, a pit is being prepared, a pillow of sand and gravel is filled up, everything is poured with concrete.
After the mortar has dried, you can proceed with the installation of horizontal beams. They are attached by welding. You can, of course, use bolted connections. But this is a very troublesome and lengthy process. It is allowed to use pipes of smaller diameter for the crate.
The construction is being completed by fastening the corrugated board to the crate. In this case, self-tapping screws are used.
Using fabric
Country awnings made using fabric will look original and picturesque. The frame in this case does not differ from options with other types of roofing. A variety of fabric colors will help you choose the right option for the overall picture of the site or, for example, according to your mood. The only disadvantage of such a country canopy is that the fabric awning must be removed annually. At the end of the warm season, the awning is removed. With the onset of the next season, the fabric is fixed again.
Polypropylene pipes
Thanks to the availability of modern materials, it is possible to build a canopy for a country house in simple ways. One of these options involves the use of PVC pipes.
For the construction of a canopy with a rounded roof, 2 vinyl pipes are requiredabout 5 m and dense polyethylene (fabric awning). Depending on the size, one piece of canvas is prepared. It can be sewn from several parts. Loops (about 40 pieces) are sewn to it, which will hold the canvas on the frame. Pipes are pulled through the loops.
Pegs are placed on the selected site, indicating the places of supports. They establish a structure. Pipes are simply driven into the ground.
A rectangular canopy can also be built from polypropylene pipes. To do this, they need to be connected in such a way that a rectangular roof is obtained. The fabric is attached on top.
Awnings
Separately, it is worth talking about such a variant of the canopy as awnings. They are structures that can be assembled and disassembled. They, in turn, are divided into several types, each of which performs its function:
Vertical, which protect the openings of doors, windows, zone the room (they are a kind of partition)
Horizontal, which are used as protective awnings
Balcony windows, balconies protecting from sunlight and precipitation
Terrace, which protect the terrace
Shelter that protects the walls and roof
The main advantage of such structures is their mobility. They can be folded and unfolded as needed.
Country canopy will be a good place to relax. It can be built on your own with minimal financial costs. And you can spend a little money, but assemble a solid structure onlong years. They can be installed next to the house, swimming pool, favorite flower bed. Canopies will protect the car from bad weather. Arranged canopies over the recreation area, barbecue or barbecue oven will be a reliable protection that saves during bad weather. During a strong heat, it will allow you to get a saving shade and enjoy all the charm and charm of a warm day.
