GL Aluminum Patio Covers offering affordable awnings for homes, RV's and more!
How to measure for your new patio cover from GL Aluminum.
Let our expertise help guide you through your very own DIY project.

HOW TO MEASURE

Projection and Width

Projection is the measurement from your point of attachment out to the very outside of the gutter. Width will be the distance along the point of attachment.

Need help with your measurements?

  • Simply measure the area you would like to cover, taking your existing overhang into consideration, or just measure the area and let us know what your overhang is.
  • We would be happy to get back to you with a quote as soon as possible, including approximate shipping costs.

GL Aluminum recommends approximately 1' of overhang around the perimeter of your deck or cement pad to help protect it from the elements.

To find your post height,

  • Deduct half an inch (1/2”) per foot from your point of attachment, less another 4 inches for I beam height.
  • Then order them a little longer, as they are the one component that you should trim on site.

Please inform us if you plan to erect a free-standing structure or a peaked cover; extra posts and beam will be necessary.

For a Full Poly-Carbonate Roof, please contact us for current pricing.

For custom designs or angles, please send photos or a drawing via email to carol.glaluminum@gmail.com and we will guide you through the ordering and installation process.