Porch canopies are a useful and attractive addition to any home. Installing a porch will give you the extra space to store shoes, coats and bags and is a idea for families or households with dogs as it gives everyone somewhere to remove muddy shoes and boots, wet coats and to dry off before coming in and making a mess in the house. If you don’t have the space to build a porch but would like to have somewhere dry to take off your shoes and greet your guests, then porch canopies could be the solution you are looking for. If you already have a porch and are looking to replace the covering, this guide to porch canopies should help you decide what you need.
Material
Porch canopies can be made from plastic, fibre glass or timber and come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Timber porches are generally cheaper that fibre glass by around 30 – 40%, but bear in mind that they will require some maintenance and care over the years if they are to stay looking their best and resist the weather.
Installation
Porch canopies are a fairly easy DIY install. Many companies are able to manufacture you a porch canopy to your size and design specification and with a few simple tools you can fit it yourself. You will need to have an electric drill, screwdriver, hammer, stepladder and some water resistant glue. If you aren’t 100% confident to install the canopy yourself then it is recommended to get a professional in, as you and your houseguests will be standing under it and it could cause a serious head injury if it came loose or fell.
Tiles or slate
Because of building regulations you must choose a canopy covering that matches that of the main house. If you have slate on your house you will need to have slate on the canopy. The only exception to this rule is when you choose porch canopies with a flat roof design and in this case specialised roofing felt will be used for the job. Most people use white painted timber or fibreglass for the canopy construction although darker colours can complement some properties.
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