Important: Important: You will need a clear width span (no projections like vents, lights, speakers, downspouts, trim etc.) that is 9" high, without the optional bullnose hood and 11" with the bullnose hood, to attach the mounting brackets for the Elegante retractable awning. The awning can be manufactured in 1" increments (they are priced by the foot so a 19'8" is priced as a 20' awning). The width (from left to right) of the awning is determined by the overall width of the roller tube and it's tube support brackets. The fabric is approximately 5 5/8" less (2 13/16" on each side) than the total width. Areas where minimum width is required for each size of arm projection should be noted. In some instances where the minimum width is not obtainable, there are some units available with a drop arm kit that allows one arm to fold below the other when the unit is retracted. This allows a narrow width to have a longer projection when using the Elegante pricing estimator. When the Elegante Pricing Estimator is used, and the arm lowering kit is needed it will automatically be included in the pricing for that specific size. For all sizes that have an arm lowering kit see the Key and letter A at the bottom of this page. Note: with the drop arm kit, the Elegante pitch is only adjustable to a maximum of approximately 25 degrees from horizontal. After measuring the width, you need to determine which projection you need. The projections shown in the specification table and price estimator are the maximum extended distance from the mounting wall or roof the awning will cover. Make sure that there are no obstructions in the area that the awning will cover. The slope (angle/pitch) of the Elegante awning is adjustable on the arm bracket adjustment bolts. If you purchase the optional adjustable pitch (by customer) on units up to 20 foot wide by 10'6" maximum projection, the pitch is adjustable with an optional manual crank. The front bar on the optional crank system also has two bubble levels, just like those on a carpenters level, to help you get the front bar perfectly level. The Elegante lateral arm model can be mounted to any solid surface, however you should ensure that the bolts penetrate a structural member (stud, brick, header, beam etc.) a minimum of 1 ½". The bottom of the frame, measured at the point of attachment should be a MINIMUM of 7foot 6 inches from the deck or patio. If you are ordering the optional protective bullnose hood allow an additional 2" in length. Should you be mounting the awning over an out swinging French door or storm door, the awning should be mounted at least 10" above the top of the door. For difficult or low applications we offer ceiling and roof mounting brackets (see below).

Finally, determine which side of the Elegante awning you want the crank and / or motor to be located. Standing on the deck or patio facing the mounting wall, select left or right. Your choice should be based on ease of access and any obstructions. If the awning is to be motorized, access to the power source is an obvious consideration. Measurements of location of existing outlet to control option box (or outdoor plug-in switch), from control option box (for outdoor plug in switch) to motor and from control option box to wind sensor or rain sensor or sun sensor, if purchased, would also be required.

Roof Mount Brackets – These brackets allow the awning to be mounted higher when there is a sloped or flat roof surface available. If the roof is a barrel or concrete roof tile, the tiles (where the brackets are installed) will need to be removed and replaced after the Elegante awning is installed. See table below for the number of angle roof brackets needed. An adjustable roof bracket available for any angle roof or even a flat roof. For the adjustable roof mount bracket, upon installation, you can easily adjust the angle of the roof bracket based on the angle of your roof. In addition to the roof mount brackets, a roof mount will require wall brackets if no hood is ordered and will require universal mount brackets if a bullnose hood is ordered.

Ceiling brackets – Used to mount the awning under an overhang or to a soffit. See table below for the number of brackets required.

Fascia Mount - This is possible but the fascia must be strong enough to receive and hold the complete awning weight and the pressure it exerts when fully open. The fascia mount will require wall brackets if no hood is ordered and will require ceiling mount brackets if a bullnose hood is ordered. ** CLICK HERE FOR BRACKET SIZES AND SCHEMATIC     

Cranks are available for manual or backup manual override awnings in seven sizes: 43", 59", 70", 90", 102", 122" or 162". To determine the size required measure from the gear or motor location that the Elegante awning will be mounted down to the users waist. This is the approximate size required.

Siding Application – To keep the mounting brackets plumb when mounting to horizontal lap siding, pressure treated wood 2" thick x 9" wide (11" wide with hood) should be mounted according to awning width. The wall or universal with hood brackets can then be mounted to the pressure treated board. Alternatively angle pressure treated angle wood shims can be mounted under each installation bracket instead of the wood board. Board of shims are not needed for existing flat vertical surfaces.

A complete set of instructions is sent with every awning. Should you need further assistance in measuring, we are an email away. Email is responded to within 24 hours or less.