Be aware that measuring for a porch awning is entirely different to that for a full awning.
How to measure for porch awning.
You will need to measure up the wall to where you d like to have the awning at least 7 feet and 6 inches.
Measuring the height is a little trickier.
To measure for the ideal awning width measure along the exterior wall of your house.
For a standard sized awning you will need at least 7 ft.
All platinum plus semi cassette.
Measuring for a porch awning if you would like a porch awning there are slightly different measurements that you need to take.
The number indicates the length of straight rail required for that awning so in this instance you would need 390cm.
To get the right size retractable awning for your home simply download and follow the easy awning measuring instructions at right.
Most awning models including all 1000xt models match the size measured.
Awning enclosures require a minimum clearance of 10 inches if mounting above an exit or entrance.
If you don t have this clearance we can create a customized awning solution for you.
Sunsetter awnings require a minimum height of 7 feet 6 inches from your deck or patio floor to the bottom of.
Here s how to measure for a retractable awning.
Please see full awning sizer on our home page.
First you need to take your string and measure the height of your tourer from the awning rail to the ground making sure you take it to the highest point.
The majority of porch awnings have a ground to rail height range of 235cm to 250cm.
From your patio or deck floor to the bottom of your roof eave or overhang.
If you are planning to mount the cover above a door wall or window you ll need to add an additional 10 inches.