Patio Awning Height

You will need to measure up the wall to where you d like to have the awning at least 7 feet and 6 inches.

Patio awning height.

This is a fantastic way to build a structurally stronger and visually larger patio awning. Measuring the height is a little trickier. Sunsetter awnings require a minimum height of 7 feet 6 inches from your deck or patio floor to the bottom of any roof eave or overhang. Some industry experts recommend a minimum height of 7 or 8 feet to allow for people to stand under the canopy without feeling cramped.

1000xt models require only 7 feet. Roché recommends a pitch of at least 14 for patio awnings which is adequate for encouraging rain to run off the surface without compromising too much head height or shading. Building a fly over patio comes with many benefits including airflow height of ceiling allowing for ceiling fans direction of slope greater size capabilities dramatic change of appearance to the original home. The pitch is fixed in place by your installer.

If you are planning to mount the cover above a door wall or window you ll need to add an additional 10 inches.