Sheds made of metal profiles. Metal canopies. General characteristics of metal canopies

If you own a house outside the city or live in a private house within the city, then the issue of creating a canopy will be relevant for you. These buildings are used both for recreation and for household needs. The site cannot be imagined today without the canopy, which has become a legitimate design element. The construction of such a structure is not accompanied by difficulties. Modern owners erect metal profile canopies on their property themselves.

Choosing a site for construction

Before installing a metal shed, you should consider where on the property it will be located. Experts advise giving preference to areas that have shallow clay deposits. This allows you to save on concrete. It is also necessary to take into account the slope of the soil so that the building does not end up in a place where water collects from the entire site. This will be inconvenient, and the materials will deteriorate and collapse. It is best to prefer a hill or a flat area with the ability to drain water.

Material selection

Before you create a metal shed, you should consider what material to choose. It is important to determine the cost of the future design. If you plan to use a metal roofing profile or a painted one powder paint, then in the end there will be a solid cost.

You can purchase ordinary metal and treat it with anti-corrosion protection, saving up to 30%. The size of square pipes for racks should be determined taking into account the load of precipitation on square meter. To this value should be added the wind factor, which is approximately 4% for a temperate climate zone.

If the parameters of the canopy are 4x4 m, and the slope of the slopes does not exceed 45 °, then you can prepare a metal pipe square section with a side of 40 mm. Before erecting a metal canopy, you must also determine the distance between the supports. The larger it is, the more impressive their thickness should be.

Calculation of area and construction of communications

You can concrete the place where the canopy will be located. Therefore, a layer of soil should be removed from the territory, going 10 cm deeper. Sand is poured to the bottom of the hole half the height of the walls, and then a little crushed stone. For concrete screed you need to leave about 5 cm in height. This will be enough if you own a car whose weight reaches 1800 kg.

If there are weighty objects in the canopy, then the thickness of the screed must be increased to 12 cm. When clearing the area, it is necessary to remove large stones and plant roots. Before you build a metal shed, you should think about the features of its operation. It is necessary to ensure the presence of ebbs in the ground, and also determine their location, as well as other parts.

In some areas, it is necessary to ensure the availability of electricity, gas and water supply. Everything will depend on the purpose for which the canopy is being erected. Now that we already have a master development plan, we can move on to work. You can prepare the materials according to the following example: a profile pipe with a cross-section of 40x20 mm and 80x80 mm, which is true for a design whose parameters will be 5x5x2, m.

Installation of posts and sheathing

The next stage of making a canopy involves installing supports. To do this you should do load-bearing structure, this process is the most important, because the durability of the structure depends on it. 30 cm holes are made in the ground, which are intended for concreting metal racks. Next, a support is installed inside to prevent soil from pouring onto the bottom of the pit.

As soon as you manage to fill 50% of the solution, you need to take a plumb line and check the position of the racks. The same operation is carried out with the remaining supports, then they should be leveled in height. The production of a canopy is carried out according to a certain algorithm. At the next stage, it involves making a strapping that will be located on top. This construction method is traditional, but you can use your own technology. For example, weld the harness crosswise using inverter welding. In addition, the harness can be double; it will be located not only at the top, but also at the bottom.

If you are building a lean-to canopy, then every 80 cm metal beams, onto which a profiled metal sheet is screwed. When it comes to a gable roof, the situation will be somewhat more complicated. To do this, you need to make a ridge and a straight beam. Under the first there should be reinforcement to the straight beam. However, this will not be enough.

Most difficult option- this is a double arch. In this case, it is better to purchase ready-made bent elements; between the arched squares, reinforcements will be located in increments of 50 cm. If you make a metal canopy with your own hands, the width of which exceeds 4 m, then direct reinforcement will also be necessary. The described designs, made independently, cost approximately 7,000 rubles. The installation process will take one day, and only one person can handle the job, for this he will need skills in working with a welding machine and a grinding tool.

Making a roof

One of the important points is the construction of the roof, because the appearance of the structure will depend on its quality. Fastening will be done using bolts. To prevent the roof from leaking and the material on it from becoming rusty, it is better to use rubber or plastic washers that fit onto the cap and can protect the holes from moisture.

Holes should be made in the sheets using an electric drill and an 8mm drill bit. This will be enough to fix the profiled sheet. Now you can start drilling the sheathing. To do this, any sheet is applied to it, and the location of the future hole is outlined. You can do this work while screwing the flooring.

Each sheet must be cut out separately and drilled into the prepared hole. When making a metal carport, at the next stage you can use M8 bolts and nuts for them. To prevent them from unwinding, it is better to install a second nut and tighten them together. Plastic washers should be used when working on connections between iron elements.

Canopy for a house made of metal profiles

When making a canopy from a metal profile that will be adjacent to the house, you should supplement it with pillars installed at a distance of 2 m from each other. Near the main building, support columns should be placed that will support the structure. If this is not possible, and it is impossible to attach the canopy to the house in this way, you need to attach cross beam on a load-bearing wall that will serve as a support for the farm. In this case, long anchors should be used. This approach will distribute the load throughout load-bearing wall as evenly as possible.

Work methodology

When making such metal canopies for a summer residence, you must remember that the rafter system will bear the main load from gusts of wind and precipitation. For this reason it is necessary to do correct calculation trusses, having decided on the thickness of the profile. It is unacceptable to use a profile with cracks, which especially applies to the manufacture of components and load-bearing elements.

According to GOST, the end of the supporting ribs must have roughness. When making the bottom chord for the truss, you should use steel without internal delaminations. Coarse slag inclusions in the material are strictly prohibited. Connections must be made using the mechanical welding method, using carbon dioxide or a mixture of carbon and argon. When making metal canopies for the house, you must remember that the rafters are fixed to vertical supports and rafter parts, and you need to stock up with 5.8 class bolts.

Recommendations for assembling a roof truss system with a pitched roof

A lean-to canopy in the roof structure will have a rafter system. When the structure has already been installed, you can begin welding the sheathing. Metal corners or pipes are strengthened at a distance of 1 m.

As soon as the covering material is ready for coating, it is necessary to restore the frame to its proper form, keeping in mind its protection. The structure is painted with a protective composition against corrosion even before the roofing is laid. Otherwise there is a risk of missing out hard to reach places. Short cylinders of pipes with a diameter of 83 mm can be welded to the square profile on one side. Through holes are drilled into them, and the cylinders are positioned in such a way that they help lay the profile on the supports. There should be two such structures.

Then, holes are drilled in the upper ends of the supports in accordance with those present on the locking cylinders. Both pipes should be connected with bolts. To make the job easier, you can replace the cylinders with welded plates, but this connection is not as reliable.

Cost of prefabricated canopies

Prefabricated metal sheds can range in cost. For example, a single or double slope structure will cost the consumer 2,600 rubles. per square meter. If we are talking about a wall canopy, which is also called a canopy, then you will have to pay 3,300 rubles for it. per square meter. This cost is correct if you order a structure whose area varies from 30 to 90 m2.

Conclusion

If you don’t want to spend money on purchasing a ready-made canopy, then you can do the work of making it yourself. To do this, you need to prepare all the available material and composition with which you will cover the structure upon completion of the work. This will extend the life of the system. Will help at this stage deep impregnation for metal and coating car paint. This gives a 5-year guarantee, during which the color will not become dull, and the paint itself will not peel off under the influence of ultraviolet radiation.

Some sheds require metal decking and wooden supports. In this case, the latter are protected with bitumen or wrapped in roll waterproofing. Some home craftsmen burn the part of the supports that will be located underground. This allows you to extend the life of individual parts and the entire structure. Wood is sometimes painted. It’s better not to cut the metal itself with a grinder.

Sheds on metal supports and with a roof made of corrugated sheets are perhaps the most reliable and practical. Their application is so widespread that they are found not only in summer cottages both in private homes, but also mainly in industry. Such canopies have special characteristics and have clear advantages. We will talk about this in the article, and also tell you how to assemble a metal canopy with your own hands.

Characteristics of a metal canopy

Metal canopies include canopies whose supports and frame are made of metal, while the roof can be made of any roofing material. And here is the canopy with metal roofing, but wooden supports should not be called metal.

Different metals are used to make the canopy structure:

• iron;
• aluminum;
• stainless steel.

Profiles, corners, pipes are made from these metals different sizes and different diameters, forged elements are made from iron. Stainless steel supports are considered the most expensive. They do not need to be treated with anything, their appearance goes well with glass, polycarbonate, fabric, they are not subject to corrosion and are durable. At the same time, making a stainless steel canopy with your own hands is not easy, almost impossible, if you do not know how to work with special welding.

They will also be expensive. Therefore, most often an iron profile is used for the construction of canopies; it is not so expensive, lightweight and easy to install. A corner is suitable for the connecting elements of the canopy structure. Both bolts and welding are used as fasteners.

Structures made from aluminum parts are very easy to assemble with your own hands. Usually these are awnings Not large sizes, collapsible type.

Round pipes are used less frequently as they are more difficult to join and create right angles. In this case, only welding will do. The profile pipe can have different shapes, metal thickness and dimensions. The picture shows the variety profile pipe.

List of advantages and disadvantages

Metal frames of canopies are most often covered with polycarbonate sheets. This design has its advantages.

• Firstly, when correct installation and compliance with technology, the canopy will last for more than a dozen years.
• Secondly, such a structure is economically profitable, since a one-time investment will pay off over decades of operation.
• Thirdly, metal canopies are resistant to temperature changes, they are not afraid of physical stress or chemical exposure.
  

  Important! If a metal canopy is erected over a barbecue or barbecue, then the metal parts near the fire will quickly heat up, remember this.

• Fourthly, metal allows you to make beautiful forged canopies that emphasize the majesty of the building.

The disadvantage of a metal canopy is that it is susceptible to corrosion and can rust, so it must be treated with anti-corrosion impregnations and paint. Unless, of course, it’s a canopy made of stainless steel tubes.

Types of canopies: by purpose, design, shape

Sheds come in a wide variety of shapes, purpose, and metal structure. If we talk about the purpose of the canopy and the purposes of its construction, then there are a lot of things that can be listed, let’s name the most common ones:

• carport for one or more cars;
• canopy over the pool;
• canopies for sheltering people at bus stops;

• canopies over the porch or gate;
• canopy over barbecue;
• canopy over woodpile;

• canopy over the swing;
• canopy over the gazebo;
• industrial sheds (hangars, granaries, warehouses, etc.)

According to the complexity and size of the metal structure, all canopies can be divided into three groups:

1. Small canopies, which include canopies, barbecues with a roof, portable gazebos, canopies over swings, etc.
2. Free-standing sheds that act as independent buildings.
3. Combined or adjacent canopies - a canopy near a house or bathhouse, an extension to a garage, terraces, outbuildings.

For your information! The listed types of canopies can be open or closed, that is, sheathed on several sides with any material (wood, fabric, corrugated lattice, etc.)

For the roofing of metal structures, the following are used: polycarbonate, corrugated sheets, metal tiles, awning fabrics. The choice of material will depend on the purpose of the canopy, its shape and size. Awning fabrics, for example, are most often used for canopies from the sun and rain, equipping recreation areas. Sheds made of metal tiles often become an extension of the roof of a house or garage and look like a single composition. A canopy made of metal tiles is a durable structure that is not afraid of any weather conditions.

Nuances of drawing development and design calculations

When developing a drawing, you need to accurately determine the type of canopy and its purpose. Creating a drawing of a simple metal structure is not that difficult. First you need to make a sketch of the future structure, on which you indicate measurements of the area allocated for the canopy. Then calculate the load on the canopy, according to which you can select the required section of the corrugated pipe. Based on the calculations and sketch, create a drawing in which you indicate the amount of material and fasteners required.

Note that the drawing must contain both a solid structure and its individual elements, namely supports and trusses or a metal frame with a purlin. The supports of the metal structure must be placed at a distance of 2-3 meters from each other. For a canopy erected next to the wall of a house, garage or bathhouse, you need to make supports not only on one side, but next to the wall. Otherwise, you will have to attach the cross beam along the wall of the house with your own hands, which must be reliable and durable. For fastening you need to use anchor bolts.

The canopy frame, as well as the supports, is subject to heavy loads from snow and wind, so the calculation of the truss structure must be carried out carefully. It is also necessary to take into account the slope of the roof and the size of the entire metal structure. For most domestic sheds, you can use ready-made truss drawings, for example, as in the figure below.

In order for a metal canopy to be reliable and safe for human life, one must not forget about the norms and standards when working with this material.

• A profile that has defects and cracks cannot be used for construction.
• The cut of the support rib must be rough and have a coefficient of 12.5 microns.
• When welding metal parts of the canopy, you need to use carbon sulfur or carbon with argon, as well as PP-AN-8 wire.
• Bolts when fastening supports and rafters must be class 5.8.

Pay attention! The listed requirements are taken from the state standards for construction; do not be lazy to study them when erecting sheds from metal tiles.

Preparing materials and tools

Let's look at the stages of building a metal canopy with our own hands using the example of a gable structure with a polycarbonate roof, measuring 6x3m. Its device is one of the simplest.

To make such a canopy, you will need following materials and details:

• professional pipe measuring 80x80 mm with a section thickness of 3 mm and a length of 3.5 m - 6 pieces;
• corrugated pipes for a purlin measuring 50x25 mm with a section thickness of 2 mm and a length of 6 m - 7 pieces and 2 pieces measuring 50x40 mm and a length of 6 m;
• ready-made gable trusses with a slope angle of 20 0 and a length of 3.5 m - 5 pieces;
• sheets of cellular polycarbonate measuring 2.1x6 m - 4 pieces.
• hardware for fastening polycarbonate;
• straight joint profile - 10 pieces of 2 m each and 3 corner pieces of 2 m each;
• end polycarbonate profile – 21 m;
• crushed stone and concrete mixture.

You can’t do without a tool such as a hole drill, a screwdriver, welding machine, drill, measuring tool, building level, marker, grinder with a special attachment for cutting polycarbonate sheets.

We pour the foundation and build the frame

The construction of a canopy begins with clearing the area for it. The selected area is cleared of debris and topsoil. Wooden stakes are dug along the perimeter of a 6x3 meter plot, with a rope stretched between them to level the boundaries of the site. Once it is ready, we proceed to laying the foundation. To do this, you need to dig 6 holes to a depth of soil freezing, approximately 1-1.2 m. The pits are dug in two rows of 3 pits, the distance between all pits is 3 m.

Important! For swampy areas, use the pile method of installing supports rather than concreting.

A layer of crushed stone and sand of about 10 cm is compacted at the bottom of the pit. Then a layer of concrete is poured, this is another 10 cm, and a corrugated pipe 80x80 mm is installed. After the pipe is level, you can fill it with concrete to the ground and put supports so that it does not tilt. The supports are not removed until the concrete gains strength, this is about a week.

The next stage is welding the stiffening ribs of the metal structure. To do this, a 50x40 mm corrugated pipe is laid on three supports and connected by welding. You need at least two people to work, since it is very difficult to lift heavy elements alone. Next, trusses are welded to the stiffeners, the distance between which will be 1.5 m.

After this, a purlin is welded to the tops of the trusses. Parallel to the welded purlin, the remaining 50x25 mm corrugated pipes are welded with a distance of 60-62 cm between them, on both sides of the roof. At this point, the collection of metal structures will be completed.

Let's not forget that everything metal pipes you need to clean it with sandpaper, prime it with a mixture to prevent corrosion, and then paint it.

We install the roof with our own hands

The canopy construction process is completed by polycarbonate fasteners. First, each polycarbonate sheet is cut into 3 parts 2 m long. An allowance of 10-15 cm should be left along the edge of the roof. The sheet is screwed to the metal structure using hardware (a self-tapping screw with a rubber seal and a washer). A hole is pre-drilled with a diameter larger than the self-tapping screw by 2 mm. The self-tapping screw is screwed in strictly perpendicularly, tightly, but not excessively, so as not to damage the material.

Polycarbonate sheets are fastened together with a special profile. This connection is tight and reliable. The polycarbonate joint at the top of the truss must be made using an angle profile. Thus, 6 sheets of polycarbonate will be fixed on each side of the canopy. The ends of the polycarbonate are covered with an end profile, which will prevent the ingress of water and dust.

This completes the construction of a gable metal canopy with your own hands. A novice master can do this kind of work. The main thing is to follow the instructions and technical requirements. Good luck!

Sheds with a metal frame can be found both in the courtyards of private houses and in public places. These are covered parking lots for cars, canopies for porches and balconies, shelters for grills, barbecues, woodsheds and much more.

In this article we will tell you why structures of this type are so popular and where they are most often used. You will also learn how to calculate and build a metal canopy with your own hands.

Metal canopies with polycarbonate coating

The smaller the future building, the easier it is to calculate it. An exception is shelters with an area of ​​15 m2 - here is a canopy project made of metal structures It's better to leave it to professionals.

Advantages of metal canopies

It is no coincidence that metal is so popular as a material for the manufacture of polycarbonate canopy frames. Its most important advantage is durability. With the proper quality of installation and maintenance during operation, such a building can last for several decades. All care involves treatment with anti-corrosion compounds or paints containing them. If rust stains occur, it is enough to spot clean the affected areas and treat them with special preparations.

Canopies made of metal profiles: photo of a structure attached to the house

Also worth noting wide choice metal profiles: different wall thicknesses, geometry and cross-sectional diameter. Pipes also vary in metal thickness and diameter. Thanks to this, you can always choose the item that matches the purpose and dimensions of the future building. For example, for a small steel canopy over the porch you will need a profile, rectangular in cross-section, with a diameter of 15 mm and a wall thickness of 1 mm; the supports of the car parking shelter are erected from pipes or profiles with a diameter of 40 - 50 mm, with a wall thickness of 2 mm, etc.

Do-it-yourself polycarbonate canopies from a profile pipe: photo of a cascading roof over the porch

Please note:We must not forget about the aesthetic side of the issue. Metal allows you to build beautiful forged canopies. Even though they cannot be made without special equipment and skills, shelters of this type are usually ordered from workshops specializing in artistic forging.

Types of materials

Canopies are made from stainless steel, as mentioned above, from a metal profile, a metal pipe and from forged metal. The first option is the most common, since it is presented in a wide range in stores. In addition, square and rectangular profiles can be equally conveniently mounted either with self-tapping screws or by welding. For small parts or small sheds, a corner of different sizes works well.

How to make a metal canopy with your own hands: the video describes how to assemble a canopy from a steel pipe.

Less commonly, metal canopies made of pipes. In principle, the range of them in stores is also wide, both in diameter and in wall thickness. But in installation they are a little more complicated, it is more difficult to create right angles with them. Although there are also advantages - it’s not difficult to buy old heating pipes from which you can assemble a budget building. For example, you can make a canopy from a profile pipe with your own hands for firewood or a country shower. Forged metal is mentioned above.

Different types of profile pipes

What type of canopies are made of metal?

Such shelters can be used for different purposes. For example, very often do-it-yourself carports are made from metal. This can be either a small roof over a single parking lot or a swimming pool, or a huge shelter with an area of ​​more than 30 m2. Any differences will be in the design and technical specifications the material used.

It is very good to make metal canopies over a porch or balcony from a thin profile or forging. In the first case, we get a durable, visually lightweight frame that is easy to assemble with your own hands. Forging is either just a beautiful, openwork canopy, or a whole work of art, made according to individual project. True, a forged frame will cost much more than a profile one.

Note: Sheds over wood sheds are also erected from metal, although less frequently. Here, support posts and a roof frame are usually made, and the walls are covered with wood - these are the features of storing firewood. For these purposes, dismantled pipes are usually used heating system or profile waste from other construction. New materials for woodshedders are purchased only in cases where the canopy also has a decorative function, being located directly next to the grill or barbecue oven.

Wrought iron pool cover

How to calculate a metal canopy

• Draw a sketch with approximate dimensions and marks regarding the type of profile used.
• We accurately measure the installation location and, based on the obtained figures, create a drawing of a canopy from a profile pipe.
• We decide what cross-section the metal profiles or pipes of the trusses and lathing will be.
• We enter new data into the drawing and use it to calculate the amount of required materials. At this stage it will become clear how much and what kind of hardware will be required.

We do not take into account the parameters of roofing materials, since the roof area will be small. When calculating a truss made from a profile pipe for a canopy, do not forget to include the required number of diagonal grids. If it is a forged metal structure, then we only make a sketch of it with the desired dimensions. The master will do the rest for you.

Drawing of a forged visor

Large buildings like carports or adjoining galleries require more careful attention. In addition to performing the above steps, here you need to correctly determine the shape of the roof frame from the profile. The most common option is arched design. It will resist snow and wind loads well, and installation will not cause any special problems.

Please note:in an area with strong winds better to give preference gable roofs. The slopes of the frame will be oriented to the ground at a large angle, which means there is less risk of damage to them by the wind. In addition, rain will be less likely to seep into the building.

We design a canopy from a metal profile: drawings can be made in special programs and then print

Self-construction of a metal polycarbonate canopy over the recreation area

Installing a canopy for a house made of metal profiles with your own hands will require some physical effort, but you can handle it quite quickly. The most important thing is to approach the matter responsibly.

Pouring the foundation and installing load-bearing supports

The foundation for canopies made of metal profiles is made columnar. The holes are dug with a manual or mechanical drill to a depth of 50 cm. No reinforcement is made, the solution is mixed from 3 parts sand and 1 part cement. It will take three days for the foundation to harden, after which further work can begin.

“Heels” are welded to the bottom of the support pillars - mortgages, due to which the entire structure will be attached to the foundation. We drill holes in the corners of the mortgages and fasten the pillars with anchors to the concrete. We carry out this work by checking the building level.

Making a canopy from a metal profile with your own hands: photo

Canopy roof assembly

The answer to the question - how to weld a truss for a canopy is quite simple. This is made from side profiles and diagonal grilles. Usually the former have a cross-section 10 mm larger than the latter, but it can be the same. We start by splicing along the edges, then continuing to move towards the center:

• Spot baiting.
• Check the level and, if necessary, straighten with a sledgehammer.
• Complete welding of elements.

Usually the side and rafter trusses are assembled separately, then they are installed on supports in turn: first the side ones, and the rafters on them. However, if lifting equipment is available, the entire roof frame can be assembled on the ground, as shown in the photo below.

Building a metal canopy: photo of the assembled roof frame

We lift the trusses or the finished frame from the profile onto the supports - here you will need at least two pairs of working hands. Next are the standard steps: spot welding, level check, and then constant welding. After the entire frame structure has been assembled, we clean the welding areas from scale and treat them with an anti-corrosion compound. If the metal profile does not have a protective coating over the entire surface, we apply it ourselves. This stage should be treated very carefully, since the duration of operation of the canopy depends on it.

Canopies made of metal profiles: the photo shows the installation process roof trusses on supports

Installation of polycarbonate

Polycarbonate sheets are laid on the frame as is, without removal protective film. Using a drill, holes are drilled on them for the fasteners to fit in - 4 cm from the edge. We do not use ordinary hardware for metal, but special thermal washers with O-rings and plugs. We put a thermal washer on the hole, tighten it with a self-tapping screw and close its cap with a plug. The insertion of the fastener must be strictly perpendicular to the surface of the polycarbonate. We twist it tightly, but do not overtighten, to avoid damage to the surface of the material.

The figure shows how to attach polycarbonate to the metal frame of the canopy: we use special thermal washers

We join polycarbonate sheets using a split profile. Its lower part is screwed onto the frame sheathing before laying the roofing material. The cover is “fastened” using a toothed lock, the “legs” of which are located on both parts of the profile. The figure shows that the cover is equipped with rubber gaskets that provide additional insulation of the joints.

Split profile

And it remains last step– cover the side sections of the polycarbonate sheets with punched paper tape, and then with the end profile. This way we will protect the roof air ducts from the penetration of moisture and pollution. At this point, the construction of the metal canopy is completed, you can move on to finishing the area underneath it.

Finishing the edge with an end profile

It is difficult to overestimate the practicality and reliability of a metal canopy. It protects the inhabitants of the house and their property from dirt, rain, snow, sun or wind. A canopy can become a real decoration for a private home or cottage. This article will help you choose best options, and also make a shady metal canopy with your own hands.

The metal canopy is beautiful and reliable

Metal canopies and their advantages

One of the most common types of canopies is metal. They have many advantages over traditional wooden ones:

1. Metal is very flexible material. It can be made into any shape and size you want. Therefore, the most complex canopies, canopies and other curved structures are made of metal.
2. Due to their flexibility, metal canopies are easy to install.
3. When selling the premises in the future, a durable metal canopy near the house will be a plus, since it does not require replacement for many years.
4. Neither high humidity, neither sudden changes in temperature nor other external factors affect metal canopies. They do not require the same maintenance as wooden ones.
5. A metal frame can fit into any landscape and home design. Metal gives best opportunities for design solutions.
6. They are durable and reliable.

A metal canopy will last for many years

Types of metal canopies

Before installing a canopy for your home, you need to determine what functions it will perform, as well as its location. And based on this data, you can already choose best view and shape.

Depending on the functions performed, canopies are distinguished:

• shade canopies protect from scorching sun rays;
• carports;
• awnings over the entrance or over the windows.

A metal canopy can be made of any shape

Types of metal canopies for home:

• small canopies and canopies attached to the house;
• awnings that stand separately;
• large sheds attached to the main building. These include terraces and verandas.

A canopy attached to the house will protect from the sun or rain

A free-standing canopy will be a great place to relax

Canopies and canopies are also distinguished by shape:

1. Direct. Making such a canopy is simple, but it is not very practical, since water, snow and ice accumulate on it;
2. Single or double slope awnings;
3. Arches and domes;
4. Polygons and pyramids.

The arched canopy looks elegant and tasteful

The metal canopy can also be in the shape of a triangle or polygon

Materials for making metal canopies:

1. Pipes and profiles. They are distinguished by wall thickness and cross-section, which is selected depending on the severity of the future structure.
2. Coating. The most common types:

• Polycarbonate valued for its grace and pleasantness appearance. This coating lasts quite a long time - about ten years. Our company will produce high-quality polycarbonate for you in its own production and install it at an affordable price - 3 thousand rubles per meter.
• Metal profile sheet is characterized by exceptional strength and durability. At proper care This coating will last about half a century. Due to the fact that it will not require replacement for a very long time, this option is very economical.
• Price for metal tiles slightly higher than other types of coatings. It is reliable, beautiful and will last for many years.

A metal canopy coated with polycarbonate looks stylish and expensive

We will manufacture and install for you any of the above types of canopies in Moscow and the Moscow region. In addition, we provide free shipping.

How to make a shade metal canopy

Shade canopies, which you can make with your own hands, will help you hide from the scorching rays of the sun or precipitation. The design of such a building is very simple. Anyone who is familiar with a welding machine can handle its construction.

Shade metal canopies are very popular

Materials and tools for building a canopy

The easiest way to build shade canopies for your home is from a profile pipe, and choose cellular polycarbonate.
For construction you will need the following tools:

1. Circular saw;
2. Hammer, grinder, drill;
3. Metal profile;
4. Cellular polycarbonate sheets;
5. Profile pipes;
6. Gravel, sand, cement;
7. Tape measure for measurements, building level;
8. Thermal washers;
9. 10 curved truss pieces.

Shade arched canopy diagram

Construction of the foundation

First you need to install the pegs and stretch the rope between them, according to the drawings. The building will be 4 meters long and 3 meters wide.

We measure the diagonals. If they are equal, then the pegs are installed correctly.

We dig holes for support at a depth of 700 meters. It is also necessary to remove the top layer of soil.
Next, you need to pour and compact crushed stone with sandstone to a depth of 100 meters into the holes.
The resulting area can be filled with concrete or tiled. To do this, you need to make a reinforcing frame, which consists of corrugated rods. The size of each cell is 10*10 cm.

The reinforcement is laid on the cushion, not reaching the bottom 5 cm. We install the sheathing around the perimeter and fill it with concrete.

Make sure that the reinforcement is at a depth of 5 cm.

The holes must be filled with a 10 cm layer of concrete, the pipes must be placed straight (check vertically) and the hole must be completely filled with concrete. To prevent the structure from tilting, it is better to install a temporary support.

After 7 days, when the concrete becomes hard enough, add the solution.

For greater strength, you can install additional supports near the building to which the canopy is adjacent.

The area under the canopy can be tiled

Making a truss

Farm – important element canopy, as it bears a large load. Its production must be approached with great care.

This canopy requires 5 trusses. They will be located every 100 cm. We take curved parts and a profile of 30*30*2 mm.

In large construction stores You can bend a metal profile for an additional fee.

It is necessary to fill the parts of the truss to size and weld the components of the rafter system. Then you need to weld the finished truss onto the steel gusset.

At a distance of 75 cm we attach the sheathing from the profile. Size 40*25*2 mm.

It’s easy to make a canopy with your own hands

Frame finishing

When the frame is ready, remove the scale using a stiff brush. We finish cleaning with sandpaper.

The primer will protect the metal from corrosion, and the paint will give an aesthetic appearance

Installation of polycarbonate

We cut the cellular polycarbonate using a grinder. To make the edges smooth, you need to treat them with a fine abrasive. You can attach it with thermal washers.

You can choose any color of polycarbonate for your home

Colored polycarbonate looks beautiful and unusual

It is not at all necessary to make a metal canopy with your own hands. You can entrust this time-consuming task to our experienced team of professionals. Call us and we will help in the selection and installation of any metal canopy or canopy coated with polycarbonate at the most affordable prices in Moscow and the Moscow region.

Private land plots for our citizens are always identified with the hard work of growing their organic products. However, dachas do not lose popularity, since with the development of industry in the field building materials ennoble own dacha and building a corner for relaxation or other pastime on it became accessible and simple.

One of the types of raw materials for the construction of sheds was metal products. A welded canopy frame is more popular among owners than a wooden one. The process of constructing this object is described below.

Frame canopy made of metal profiles - advantages

So, what are the advantages of a metal frame over a wooden one? Let's take a closer look:

• The metal is not subject to deterioration unless corrosion is excluded. The latter can easily be eliminated or prevented by applying it to the structure. special means. The metal frame is not in danger of fire, mold or rodents.
• A canopy made of metal profiles does not shrink, unlike a similar wooden object. The welding will not bend, the grooves will not dry out, the joists will not crack. Of course, it all depends on the treatment, but over time these problems for wood are inevitable.
• The lightweight metal profile frame is mobile - it can be moved to any convenient place, if the posts are not concreted into the site. In addition, if summer residents care about the durability of the metal frame, then during construction, all elements are fixed not by welding, but by bolts. Thus, on winter period the entire structure can be stored in a dry place.

  

  Metal canopy shapes

  We are, of course, talking about the rafter system - the rest of the structure consists of racks concreted into the site or installed directly on the ground. So, the features of the forms of canopy roofs:

• Single pitch roof. The easiest option for independent design. It is a plane with a slope for the slope of rainwater. The shape allows you to make a canopy of any size, which means that such a place is suitable for any purpose - barbecue, sleeping places, even a swimming pool. However, this has its own pitfall - large areas will take on an impressive amount of snow, which means that either the structure is dismantled for this period, or a careful calculation is made and appropriate reinforcements are made.

  

• Gable roof. Such canopies are rare and can serve as a roof for extensions - verandas, terraces. Precipitation is facilitated due to the steepness of the slopes and the correctly selected roofing material.
• Arch. The most popular type of awnings. They have a feature that other designs lack - sun rays are reflected from the roof, and an optimal temperature is created inside.

  

  Below we describe how to make a lean-to canopy yourself, using simple steps. You need to decide in advance on the purpose and desired size.

  

  Installation of a lean-to canopy

  Let's consider a small mobile welded structure, since the advantage of installation at any suitable place Welcomed by all owners of dacha plots. In addition, inexperienced home craftsmen will receive the necessary training for further creations based on their own product. So what you need:

• Welding machine and universal electrodes.
• Level and measuring instruments.
• Profile pipe with a cross section of 80, 60 and 40 mm. You can also use other rolled metal products - angles or channels.
• Roofing material – cellular polycarbonate. It can withstand loads better, unlike monolithic, which is used on vertical surfaces.
• Fasteners, thermal washers, rubber sealing rings.
• Protective miniums for metal. You need protective equipment for your loved one and you can start.

  

  Calculation of a metal frame for a canopy

  Professionals use local data in their work on the amount of precipitation that falls during the season, soil conditions and other figures. This is a mandatory condition for structures exceeding a length of 10 m and a width of more than 5.

  The creation of a small structure should also be subordinated certain parameters. For example, how to calculate a lean-to metal canopy yourself:

• A canopy length of 6 m must have 8 supports. A profile pipe with a cross-section of 80 mm and above and a wall thickness of 3 mm will fully cope with the task of stability.
• One side of the canopy should be higher than the other according to the selected angle of inclination and roofing material - for polycarbonate 20-25⁰ is enough.
• Each pair of supports must be reinforced in the form of trusses. They are made from equal angles or profile pipes with a cross section of 60 mm.
• The sheathing is welded in increments of 1 m from a pipe with a cross-section of 40 mm. This design can withstand up to 400 kg of wet snow if it is decided not to move the canopy or dismantle it for the winter.

  Site preparation

  

  A do-it-yourself mobile lean-to canopy made from a metal profile is notable for the fact that it does not require any special preparation. It is only important to level the soil by removing the turf and compacting the soil.

  Subsequently, you can make a lawn under the canopy, wooden platform or lay out paving slabs. Holes should be dug under the racks in advance so that the structure does not begin to sag.

  Frame assembly

  The entire structure is assembled “upside down” for convenience. The roof is just being laid on top. So:

• First, the frame is welded from a profile pipe or corners.
• The racks are evenly fixed.
• The supports receive reinforcements in the form of trusses - corners welded to them at an angle.

  

  Now, the slag is beaten off, the weld seams are cleaned and the structure is turned over for installation in place. It is important to wrap the ends of the posts with several layers of roofing material in order to reduce the impact of constantly wet soil on the metal.

  Assembly of the rafter system and roofing

  When the canopy is already stable, they begin to weld the sheathing. According to the drawing, metal pipes or corners are fixed at a distance of at least 1 m. You should immediately drill holes in the sheathing and frame of the entire rafter system to fix the polycarbonate.

  You cannot cut sheets of plastic in advance - there is a risk of incorrect measurements and, as a result, the coating will have to be redone. It is better to do this on top of the finished frame. The sheets are laid overlapping without fixing, the attachment points are marked and cut out at the bottom.

  

  Fixation is not complete without the use of thermal washers as additional sealing of the metal frame from moisture. Double protection of the structure should also be provided if you are planning a single-pitched wooden canopy with your own hands - then rubber O-rings are glued to the logs at the fastening points.

  When the material is ready for final coating, it should be metal frame V decorative look without forgetting about protection. Surikami – protective compounds to prevent corrosion, the finished canopy is painted even before the roof is laid - this way, there is a chance not to miss a single centimeter of metal. Next, polycarbonate is laid using a connecting profile, and at the end of the work, protective end caps are installed so that moisture in the form of evaporation does not penetrate into the plastic honeycombs.

  How to make a lean-to canopy with your own hands: calculations, features and stages of work

  
  How to calculate and make a lean-to canopy from a metal profile: advantages and shapes of a frame canopy, necessary tools, peculiarities self-installation, installation of rafter system

How to make a canopy from a profile pipe with your own hands

Canopy structures made from profile pipes can be found in many places: in courtyards country houses, in the territory of summer cafes, in parking lots and other public places. Their main advantage is that you can do it all yourself. To do this, you do not need to have special skills or knowledge, just follow the detailed instructions.

Scope of application and construction of a canopy made from a profile pipe

Metal profiles today have become one of the most popular and sought-after materials for the manufacture of canopies of various types and types with polycarbonate coating, since its main advantage is long term services. If such a building is properly cared for, it can last for decades. Such canopies can be used in a variety of places:

• in parking lots;
• in country private houses to create large covered areas;
• in various public places.

The scope of application of canopies made of metal profiles is quite extensive, since they are universal designs, having large number various modifications.

The most popular today is the arched type of product. It is much more difficult to make than a single or double slope, but it looks very impressive. Such a canopy is built separately from the house or adjacent to its side.

When choosing the type of roof, it is necessary to take into account the fact that the snow does not linger on it, but falls freely to the ground, without creating a large load on the roof.

In addition, there are canopies of dome, arc, pyramidal shape, as well as single-pitched and double-pitched.

In addition to polycarbonate, slate or metal corrugated sheeting can be used to construct the roof. Therefore, we can say that the complexity of constructing a canopy from corrugated pipe directly depends on the choice of frame design and materials chosen for the roofing.

Preparatory work: drawing development

First, you need to accurately determine the location of the canopy, as this is very important for choosing the material for the future structure and roof covering. It is best to place them on a flat area or hill, as it will be easier to provide the necessary drainage there. If you decide to build a structure in a lowland, then the collecting water will “force” you to make additional storm drainage, which will entail unforeseen expenses.

It is also important to make a preliminary drawing of a canopy made of a metal profile. In addition to the location of the racks, it is necessary to take into account the cross-section of the profile pipes. If the length of the structure does not exceed 6 m and the width 4 m, then for the installation of supports you can take a pipe with a cross-section of 60x60 mm. To build a large structure, take a pipe with a cross-section of 80x80 mm.

List of required tools

To make a metal canopy you will need a certain set of tools:

• building level;
• bayonet shovel;
• welding machine;
• roulette;
• rule(level);
• drill;
• Bulgarian;
• perforator;
• bolts and washers;
• profile metal pipes;
• roofing screws with special gaskets;
• construction corner;
• polycarbonate, corrugated sheet or slate;
• cement, sand, medium gravel;
• flange.

Calculation of the required number of profile pipes

To erect a small lean-to canopy, it is necessary to make accurate calculations and draw up a preliminary drawing:

1. A 6 m long canopy must have 8 metal support posts. To do this, you can use a metal profile with a cross-section of 80x80 mm. The thickness of the pipe walls should be more than 3 mm for greater stability of the structure.

Step-by-step instructions for making a do-it-yourself canopy structure from corrugated pipe

The sequence of work depends on the type.

Single-pitch canopy

This design is the simplest. To make it you need:

1. Install supports and fill the wells. The distance between the posts should be from 1 to 1.5 m. If slate, corrugated board or natural tiles, then this value is 1.2 m.
2. Mark the location of the support pillars, stretch the construction rope between them in a straight line. For each rack, dig holes at least 60 cm deep and 20 cm in diameter. Reinforce the pipes with special strips (heels), which are welded to the bottom of each pipe. They will then be completely filled with concrete and will be held in vertical position the entire structure.

Arched design

The construction of an arched canopy is carried out in almost the same way as a lean-to canopy, but they are distinguished by greater aesthetics and functionality.

It is quite difficult to build an arched canopy on your own, since for this you need to have special manual or electrical equipment so that you can easily bend the metal profile. It is almost impossible to perform such actions at home.

Gable awnings

A gable canopy is mounted in the same way as a single-pitch canopy, however, the design contains two triangles, which are located mirror-image relative to each other. The roof of such a canopy is formed by two inclined planes at a certain angle.

Due to the presence of a ridge unit, this design has more complex system buildings, but it can cover a much larger area of ​​the site.

Multi-slope awnings

Such structures are used to cover large areas such as parking lots, exhibition pavilions, etc. At their core, they are a series of sequentially located gable structures. Here, in addition to the ridge unit, which is located in high points, it will be necessary to create a drainage system.

How to weld a professional pipe

In the process of carrying out any welding work safety precautions must be observed. Also, after completing all work, each weld seam must be cleaned of slag so that there are no joints. It can be done an ordinary grinder with a special metal “hedgehog” nozzle.

To connect metal structures from a profile with a wall thickness of more than 3 mm, it is best to use gas welding, since an electric analogue may simply not be able to handle such a volume of work.

How to bend a metal pipe

A special pipe bender is used for this. It can be used to bend easily various types metal profile. But if you don’t have such a tool at hand, then an angle grinder and welding will help you cope with the task.

It is very important when bending various pipes to prevent the appearance of cracks and large kinks, which should not be in the structure of the canopy. Also, they should not be flattened. When working with a manual pipe bender, considerable physical effort must be applied, so it cannot be used to bend profiles with a cross-section of more than 40 mm.

External finishing of the structure

After the structure of the canopy frame is completely welded and cleaned of scale, it is necessary to degrease everything metal elements before painting them. To do this, you can use a regular solvent, acetone or gasoline, which needs to be allowed to dry. After this, you can begin the priming process.

A light gray primer is suitable for any type of paint. Dark is used for bright materials. White is usually used when painting a metal profile with pastel colors.

The primer will be able to protect the metal from premature corrosion, and thereby significantly extend its service life, and also reduce paint consumption.

Do-it-yourself canopy design from a profile pipe - drawings, instructions with photos and videos

Scope of canopies. Pre-production process. How to make a structure from a profile pipe with your own hands: step by step instructions. Video.