Pvc Pipe Diy Rv Awning

Awnings are expensive and can break easily.

Pvc pipe diy rv awning.

I did a previous video for my shower awning it worked for a year i tried an easier and more sturdy design this time and all for roughly 25 total and 2hrs la. An afternoon and a few bucks and i have an awning for my 4runner. Mar 19 2016 explore terri boxers s board diy pvc awning on pinterest. The pvc pipe and fittings were purchased at my local hardware store.

Rv mods rv guides rv tips doityourselfrv. It helps keep shade over the window. My residence was not designed with energy efficiency in mind and so relied 100 on ac to keep it cool. Pvc is very easy to work with like tinker toys for grown ups.

Awnings are typically made with a metal frame and are composed of some type of fabric. Simple project that about anyone can do. Just need a drill if you get the pvc pipe precut a. Use a pvc pipe that the frame pipe will fit into.

The outer pipe has one hole and the inner pipe attached to the awning has multiple holes. Drill one hole about an inch down from the top of the larger pipe. I decided to use 1 2 inch pvc pipe and fittings for the frame. The width and projection away from the house will vary depending on the size of window you have.

Telescoping pvc tent or awning poles. I made this awning in attempt to keep it cooler inside by blocking the radian. Use a d pin or something fancier to set the height. Hurricane ike hit us in 2008 and knocked out power for a few days.

After looking high and low for a pole that would be easy to transport adjustable sturdy and inexpensive i decided to build my own. Building the solar awning frame. Watch how one inventive camper made his own diy awning on a harbor freight trailer camper.