The contents
- Types of metal roofs
- The dimensions of the metal visors
- The design of the metal visors
- Materials for the manufacture of the visor
The canopies over the entrance – a familiar and beautiful and practical interior detail. But there are many things to look for when choosing and buying. This article focuses on the topic of visors made of metal. You will learn about a variety of shapes, materials and approximate prices.
Visors made of metal are used for different purposes, depending on the conditions and the willingness of the owners:
- they protect from rain;
- make the house more cozy and stylish;
- provide shade.
As you can see in the photo below, a wide range of materials allows you to make a visor out of metal perfectly combined with a country house and modern office.
Types of metal canopies ↑
Professionals often share the door visors on the different types: welded, metal or wrought iron. Anyway, all the sheds are made of metal, the question is, what is metal and what he’s melting. Well, of course, plays the role of the shape of the visor.
The most difficult to manufacture wrought iron canopies. Presented at the photo of wrought iron canopies have not only a practical function, they also serve to decorate the porch. Metal wrought iron canopy over the entrance to the house is often made to order. The customer together with the master discusses the design and the material of the future element of decor. Forged canopies are usually made by blacksmith.
The dimensions of the metal visors ↑
There are standard sizes for door canopies, metal. Width is calculated from a standard door, and is 120 centimeters. The length of the visor is usually equal to 60 centimeters. Height standard is 30 inches, but the height of the brackets on the sides – 60.
Also all the visors are covered with sheets of metal, the height of which is 150 centimetres. If you want all the extra detail you can add without much difficulty, if necessary, you can change the usual size of the canopy.
The design of the metal visors ↑
Metal visor looked better, it is necessary to plan its form and material for manufacturing. For example, welded wrought-iron canopies of metal can’t be installed separately from the structure, unlike other types that have powerful mounts over the door or gate, and sometimes on the walls. As you can see in the photo below, the peak construction is made of metal is quite simple and mostly doesn’t require much time to produce, especially if we talk about the professional masters.
Canopies of metal have the following components:
- Metal frame. It is needed in order to put the flooring and attach the entire structure to the wall. The frame should be resistant to severe climatic conditions: snow, layer of ice and strong wind. Often they are made of aluminum or steel.
- Flooring. This part protects the space under the awning from rain or sun. It can be translucent, and opaque.
- Support. Their function is to redistribute the overall weight of the frame and flooring. They can be made of wood, aluminum or iron. They can also be arranged in the form of columns, which will give the building a special charm.
Materials for the manufacture of the visor ↑
The choice of materials for flooring is perhaps the most controversial part. It is clear that canopies are subjected to various mechanical effects, associated mainly with the weather. Therefore, the material from which they are produced to withstand rain, hail, wind and the scorching sun more than one year.
Frame ↑
Most often, the visors are made of stainless steel. It is the material of choice as it does not corrode. The pipe forming the basis of the frame shall have cross section not less than 25 mm by 25 mm. If the size of the canopy exceeds 1 m by 1.5 m, and the cross section should be increased accordingly. If you think the big takeaway, always designed support.
Flooring ↑
To create the flooring, usually used three materials. Let’s look at each of these in more detail, so you can choose the best option for your visor.
- polycarbonate. This material is highly flexible, so it can be bent to almost any frame. Polycarbonate is of two types: cellular and whole. Service life one-piece polycarbonate more, but its price is significantly higher. Polycarbonate has a different structure, where the material gets dirty easier and it condensation. The photo below shows that apparently the polycarbonate looks good, but no matter how great he was, hardly flooring it will last for more than seven years.
- metal. Quality made visor from this material will serve you faithfully for many years. Although the price are quite high (from 30 thousand rubles per square meter). But the metal there is one significant disadvantage – its weight. Not every wall will be able to withstand this load. Therefore, before you purchase and install this awning, it is necessary to calculate the risk, and if the house is old, it does not.
- the corrugated sheet. It was definitely an in-between option. Plus corrugated sheet is that it does not require additional painting. When you purchase decking you can choose from a wide range of colors the one that fits best to the exterior of your home. But the corrugated sheet, there is a disadvantage – it still different kind of damage and scratches, which can be caused by even rainfall. The next photo shows that to the human eye, such defects of the corrugated sheet most often, unnoticeable.
Form of visors made of metal ↑
Basically, the shape of the product depends entirely on the imagination of the house, destiny and the building itself, as the canopy of the metal must somehow be combined with the facade of the building. The most common forms:
- the most simple and inexpensive option is a single visor. This form is versatile and will look good with the building of any style. Frequently such visors at home with a warm attic. The lean-to brackets of the visor are in the shape of a triangle;
- domed. It has a softer, rounded shape. He is practical in regions with high rainfall, as they roll. To manufacture the cover of such a model, a person needs to be professional. Best such visor to install on the house, the facade of which has a rounded shape, it is very well demonstrated in the photo below. If the house has an exceptionally strict line, such a visor should be abandoned;
- arch. This type of visor is usually made of metal. The sheets are superposed upon each other, and this creates a volume. If desired, the visor can be a bit of stretch for this you just need to increase the number of leaves. And for a more presentable appearance it is most often wrought-iron elements;
- straight canopy with side panels. This is probably the only model that will retain the proportions of the house. It is recommended to install in a small house;
- Marquis. This awning is most often used over the entrance to stores or over the balcony. Due to the shape on the visor, not formed icicles in the cold season and rain always flows evenly;
- concave visor. On the one hand, this visor is not going to snow, but about beauty and style, not necessary to speak here. The photo shows that most often it is put over the entrance of buildings for which aesthetics is not very important;
- gable peak. In these models, the problem may be the edge. The material from which it is made, shall hold the two sheets or deform. This practical form is also possible, so it occurs much less frequently.
The cost of the carport ↑
The cost of the canopies of metal, covered with polycarbonate, around 16 thousand rubles. Forged products are in several different price categories. Their price is about 4 thousand rubles per square meter. A small metal canopy, which will be located above the entrance, can be purchased for 10 thousand. All depends on the complexity of decorative elements and qualities of the selected material.
Conclusion ↑
After analyzing the proposals in the construction market, as well as their need and financial ability you can make the main entrance to your house really stylish and elegant. In order for a canopy made of metal turned out not only beautiful but also practical and served for many years, it is better to hire the services of professionals who will help make a visor based on your budget and taste and also make it safe for load-bearing wall.
How to install metal wrought iron canopy with their hands will know in the next video
