To shelter the car from the weather, "gifts" of birds, direct sun and autumn foliage, you can build a canopy. It's easy, reliable and profitable. Nowadays, you can choose the design of a carport for every taste and fantasy: different shapes, dimensions, materials used.
To build a canopy on your own, you need to know certain technical nuances, all the pros and cons of the structure, the preferences of the materials used.
Canopy options
A canopy is a small architectural structure consisting of supporting parts, a roof and a place for a car.
Basically, it is located near the house, so it must be made in the same style as the exterior. The photo shows various options for carports.
Material selection
For the construction of a canopy, you can use various materials:
Wood
The construction of a structure made of wood is simple, for it it is enough to have the usual set of tools.
However, the design is highly flammable, so it is necessary to use antiseptic and refractory agents for processing.
Metal
The frame is made of forged or welded metal profiles. For construction, you will need welded equipment and some experience, otherwise it is better to entrust it to professionals.
The disadvantage of a metal structure is that it is subject to corrosion, which means that additional protection against moisture is required.
Stone, concrete or bricks
A cumbersome option, but it does not need various material processing and is not difficult to use.
Roof types
Shed
The easiest way to build a carport. The most complex elements of this design are the binding of the poles (Mauerlat) and the installation of rafters, designed for sufficient power loads (wind, snow).
With a distance between supports of up to 4.5 m, installation of additional supports is not required, more than 4.5 m - they will have to be installed. The slope of the roof slope must be at least 25 degrees.
Useful advice: if the slope is 25 degrees, the length of the canopy is 5.0 m, then the last supports will be 1.5 m higher than the first ones, i.e. 0.3 m of height is added per 1 m of length: 5x0.3 \u003d 1.5 m.
Double or hip
A more bulky and complex multifunctional design: on the first tier there can be parking for a car, on the second - a veranda.
For a roof with one slope and rafters, various types of materials are used. For example: corrugated board, roofing material, ondulin, etc.
For an arched roof, polycarbonate is the ideal material. The roof-arch is a welded structure made of arc-shaped metal or forged.
Bearing elements must be correctly calculated for strength and structural shape. Polycarbonate awnings do not weigh down the view of the site as a whole, they are inconspicuous and light.
Mobile option
Folding canopies are a metal frame and an awning roof. For its simple assembly, a couple of people and a couple of hours for the workflow are enough.
It is used for outdoor picnics or trips to the country. Optionally, awning walls or soft glass can be installed on the sides.
Car space arrangement
The car park can be covered with gravel, concrete, stone or paving slabs.
For a long period of its use, the site requires preparation. A layer of earth is removed, sand and gravel layers are filled up, and tamping is carried out.
Take care of the slope of the site and the device of the spillway. The site should be located on the same level with the surface of the earth; when it rises, it is worthwhile to provide a place for descent.
The canopy can be arranged separately and as an extension to a house or other structure. Which canopy option is better for you to choose, but it is worth considering some nuances:
- wooden - fire hazardous and can rot;
- metal - prone to rust;
- brick or stone - requires work skills and its cost is higher.
- roofing from roofing material - inexpensive in price, but installation involves the crate of the truss system;
- polycarbonate, like corrugated board, is a more acceptable roofing option both in terms of price, quality, and device. But, corrugated board can be damaged by corrosion.
Technical aspects
For the construction of wooden supports, you will need beams (150x150, 100x100 mm) or a cylindrical tree (with a radius of 150-200 mm).
For metal supports: round pipe 100 mm or square 80x80 mm. The gap between them will be from 1.5 to 2 m.
In the device of runs you will need: a rectangular pipe 40x80 mm or 80x80 mm (for large-scale canopies). Mauerlat: square pipe 100x100 or 150x150 mm. For the device of the crate - a pipe 40x40 mm, for the rafters - a board 100x40 mm.
Dimensions
For a medium-sized car, an area of 5x2.3 m is enough, for large crossovers or minibuses - 6.6x3.6 m. Two cars will fit perfectly on a site of 6.3x5.9 m.
A sufficient height will be a size from 1.9 to 2.2 m, which will protect the car from possible precipitation.
The standards provide for the following dimensions of the canopy:
- length is 1 m longer than the length of the machine,
- the width is 1-2 m more, for two units - 2.8 m (1 m on the sides and 0.8 between them) more than their total width.
Canopy project options with all calculations and instructions can be found on the Internet and built on their own. Or you can hire qualified professionals who will prepare projects according to your desire and bring them to life for an appropriate fee.
How to make a polycarbonate carport
This option involves a metal canopy with a shed polycarbonate roof.
In a predetermined place, a site fence is made. A layer of earth 300 mm deep is cut out. From the sides at a distance of 1.5-2 m, recesses are dug under the supports to a depth of 700-1000 mm. It is worth considering the presence of groundwater and soil characteristics.
Sand and gravel (about 100 mm) are poured to the bottom, rammed. Formwork and a frame for a slab are made from rods with a diameter of 8 to 12 mm and a cell size of 100x100, 200x200 mm.
Reinforcement of supports is carried out separately. A concrete mixture of about 200 mm is poured into the recesses and ready-made supporting elements are inserted. Next, concrete is poured with a thickness of 100 mm.
When the concrete has hardened, we proceed to further work. We make strapping along the tops of the supports by welding a metal profile 40x40 mm to the base. We fix the auxiliary strapping at an angle of 90 degrees. to the supports. We get the shape of a right triangle.
Using welding, we fix the stiffeners of the rafters. Laying of rafters made of square metal is carried out at a right angle at a distance of 800-1200 mm. We weld a canopy over the edge of the strapping.
All parts are cleaned and washed with a solvent. We dry. Apply primer and paint.
We cover the rafters with polycarbonate material, which is fastened with press nuts to prevent moisture seepage, at a distance of 300-400 mm from each other. We close the edges with special strips for the ends.
The sides of the canopy can be closed with wooden grating, awning curtains, etc.
Photo of carport
A carport is a simple, reliable and practical way to protect an iron horse from precipitation, “surprises” of birds, sunlight, and leaves. At the moment, there are many options for how to make a carport, they differ in size, shape, material of manufacture.
The article will focus on the technical features of the building, discuss the advantages and disadvantages of various designs, which materials are better to choose. We will also offer drawings and step-by-step instructions on how to build a carport with your own hands.
Design overview
A canopy is essentially a simple, small architectural form, consisting of vertical supports, a roof and a platform. Since the building is located near the house, it should be combined in style with the general ensemble or harmoniously fit into the landscape of the site.
Carport Materials - Support Structure
It is possible to make a carport for a car with your own hands from almost any materials, their choice depends on your capabilities and the budget for the construction. Let's analyze the most popular projects:
- A carport made of wood, it can be timber, glued or profiled, logs, trunks. Wooden structures are very easy to manufacture, do not require special tools, but are fire hazardous, require careful treatment with antiseptics and fire-resistant mixtures.
- Metal carports are perhaps the most popular type of construction. The frame is made of pipes, welded from a metal profile, or this is a beautiful forged product. The construction of a metal canopy requires special welded equipment and skills to work on it, or the involvement of specialists. The construction is strong, reliable, durable, the only negative is corrosion, so metal parts must be protected from moisture.
Polycarbonate carport, photo of a convenient and ergonomic idea
- Building on stone, concrete, brick pillars - carports are more massive than previous options, but they do not require additional processing and are easier to operate.
Carport, photo of a combined wood and stone building
Important: Fire retardants are means of groups 1 and 2 in accordance with GOST 16363 / NPB 251, which must necessarily have a certificate and a certificate of sanitary and epidemiological supervision. For critical, load-bearing elements, only compositions of the highest group can be used, according to the nomenclature of visual control, the transparent mixture has a pink color.Types of roofing and materials
A shed roof carport is the easiest way to create a comfortable parking space. Here it is important to make the Mauerlat correctly - the strapping along the upper heads of the pillars and the truss system, which must withstand wind loads and snow pressure on the roof. If there is less than 4500 mm between the support pillars, you can do without additional supports, if more, then you will have to make additional supports. For a carport, the minimum roof slope is 25°, but the final slope depends on the choice of roofing material.
Good to know: With a roof slope of 25 o, 300 mm of height is added for each meter in length, so if the carport is 5 m, then the rear pillars should be higher than the front ones by: 5 * 300 = 1500 mm.
Making a carport with your own hands - a photo example of how to make a shed wooden structure
Less commonly, canopies are equipped with a gable or hip roof, these are already large and complex buildings designed for multifunctionality, for example, the first floor is for a car, and the second is a gazebo.
Types of roofing materials for a single-pitched truss system:
- profiled sheet;
- ruberoid;
- soft tiles;
- metal tile;
- ondulin;
- slate;
- polycarbonate;
- awning.
Under a curved, arched roof, a carport made of polycarbonate is equipped. Usually this is a metal arc-shaped structure, welded under a truss from shaped pipes or a forged product. It is important to calculate the strength and design of the load-bearing elements. Sheds made of polycarbonate can be considered universal, they look easy, almost invisible on the site, so they fit into any architectural composition.
Mobile carports
Now you can buy compact, folding carports. I represent a metal framework with an awning roof. The assembly scheme is simple, you can install the structure with the efforts of 1-2 people in 1-2 hours.
A carport in the country, with your own hands, the awning can be installed in 2-4 hours
This option is convenient for summer cottages and field trips. The kit can be provided with side walls made of soft glass or an awning.
Mobile carport in the country, if necessary, you can always roll up or move to another place
Playground
You can simply cover the area for a carport with gravel, but more diligent owners arrange a concrete slab, pave it with natural stone or paving slabs. To prevent the site from collapsing, it is necessary to prepare the site: remove the top fertile layer of soil, fill the bottom of the pit with sand and gravel, and compact it. Do not forget about the slope and drain so that the water does not stagnate on the site.
Good to know: In order to more reliably protect the machine, it is recommended to equip the canopy with additional side walls.
It is better to make the site at ground level, if it is higher, do not forget to provide for a descent
Accommodation features
A carport can be a stand-alone structure attached to a house, utility block, garage, or adjacent to a fence. The choice of location depends on the conditions on your site. It is better if the structure is supported on independent supports, but if necessary, one of the sides can be made of a cantilever type.
Building a carport with your own hands - an example of how to attach a structure to a house
Which canopy is better
Each type of material has its own advantages and disadvantages. So, wood is prone to rotting and burning, metal rusts, special welded equipment is needed, and these materials require constant care. It is troublesome to build from brick and stone, you will need masonry skills, efforts to mix concrete, and more time costs than equipping a wooden and metal canopy.
Forged products are the luxury and elegance of your home
Here the choice depends on your capabilities, the easiest way is to build from wood, but if you do an excellent job with metal, then it is likely that it will be much more convenient for you to weld the frame.
Decking - does not fade, does not require painting, does not peel off
As for roofing materials, of course, it is faster and easier to use a rigid sheet format: polycarbonate, corrugated board, slate. Roofing felt will be much cheaper, but for installation you will need a crate of rafters, just like for soft tiles. The most appropriate option is a profiled sheet and polycarbonate, which is called “not expensive and angry”, but if we compare them, then the corrugated board is susceptible to corrosion over time, but polycarbonate does not have such disadvantages. Plus, it transmits light, so the space will not be darkened if the canopy is attached to the house.
A huge color palette makes polycarbonate a versatile roofing material for small architectural forms.
The technical side of the issue
Support posts for wooden carports are made of timber 150*150, 100*100 mm, or round logs with a radius of 150-200 mm. For metal structures, a round steel pipe with a diameter of 100 mm or profiled with a rib of 80 * 80 mm is suitable. Between the supporting structures, the distance is 1.5-2.0 m, in some cases three-meter spans are allowed, but such options require complex engineering calculations.
Polycarbonate carports, photo parking project for 2 cars
For runs - a profiled pipe 40 * 80 mm, for large carports - 80 * 80 mm, for a Mauerlat 100 * 100 mm or 150 * 150 mm, for a metal sheathing - a pipe 40 * 40 mm, for a rafter system made of wood - edged board 100*40 mm.
Carport made of wood, photo drawing with parking dimensions for one car
Dimensions
The ergonomic size of the canopy for an average car is 5 * 2.3 m, the dimensions of the building are considered universal - 6.6 * 3.6 m, suitable for minibuses, SUVs, crossovers. In order for the carport for 2 cars to be convenient, but at the same time not to take up additional space on the site, it is optimal to stop at a size of 6.3 * 5.9 m.
Carports made of polycarbonate, in the photo is a cantilever structure
The height of the canopy directly depends on the height of the car plus the top trunk with things. Too low will be inconvenient when leaving the car, so it is advisable to make a height of 1.9 - 2.2 m, if you make the building higher, then precipitation will fall on the site.
Building a carport with your own hands, drawings of a parking lot adjacent to the gate
According to the standards, the dimensions of the carport should be 1 m larger than the car in length and 1-2 m in width. A canopy for two cars in width is calculated as follows: the sum of the widths of two cars + 1 m on each outer side + 0.8 m between cars.
How to make a carport with your own hands, a photo-idea of a simple design under the Polonso farm
For self-construction, ready-made projects with dimensions and recommendations can be downloaded on the Internet. We have offered several practical options for how to make a carport for your car with your own hands. If the finished project does not suit you, you can make the drawings yourself based on the finished one by changing the dimensions.
The main load-bearing elements for a wooden carport
How to build a polycarbonate carport with your own hands
We will build a simple metal structure with a shed roof and a polycarbonate roof.
Project with dimensions and materials for the manufacture of the structure
We choose a place, fence around the perimeter with columns according to the drawing, pull the rope. We remove the soft layer of soil, dig a pit approximately 300 mm deep. On the sides, every 1.5 - 2 m, we dig holes for supporting pillars, 700-100 mm deep, depending on the height of the groundwater and the nature of the soil.
We level the bottom, lay sand and gravel, a layer of 100 mm, tamp it down so that there are no traces of a person of average weight. We install the formwork, knit a reinforcing frame, for the slab, only corrugated rods 8-12 mm, cell 100 * 100, 200 * 200 mm. Separately, we reinforce the pillars. To do this, pour 200 mm of concrete into the bottom of the pit, and insert reinforcement into it, the frames can be made in advance, tie the rods in the form of pillars and wrap with roofing material for 2 layers.
Good to know: You can not separately pour the columnar foundation, but immediately concrete the supporting racks into the ground: a metal pipe or timber, but this option is less practical, since the material in the ground will collapse even with a protective layer.We pour concrete, for a slab a thickness of 100 mm is enough, we are waiting for the formation of concrete. Since the base will not be loaded, in a week you can start the main work.
With the help of corners and brackets, we attach support metal posts with a diameter of 50-100 mm to the columnar foundation, check the vertical along the plumb line, install slopes to preserve the geometry. We check the height of the pillars, if necessary, file them to maintain the slope of the roof.
Ways to fix the support vertical racks
We make a strapping along the upper heads, weld a metal profile 40 * 40 mm to the base. Next, we attach an additional strapping, perpendicular to the uprights, so we get a right triangle for the truss. Using a rolled product of a smaller cross section, we weld the stiffeners of the truss system. Perpendicularly we lay the rafters from a square metal profile, every 800-1200 mm, a canopy over the edge of the strapping 200-300 mm, weld. We clean all the details with a hard metal brush, washing with a solvent. After drying, prime and paint.
A variant of a simple truss system that is easy to make with your own hands
Advice: Choose fasteners from galvanized steel, so you can avoid corrosion and subsequent destruction of materials.We lay a polycarbonate sheet on the rafter system, it is better to use a cellular one, rather than a cast one, it is more resistant to mechanical damage. A convenient sheet thickness is 6-12 mm, the color depends on the rest of the site design.
We fix polycarbonate on special press nuts in order to avoid water leakage every 300-400 mm. We close the edges with end strips.
How to properly fix polycarbonate to the truss system
In this design, polycarbonate can be easily replaced with a profiled sheet; material with a thickness of 0.5 mm is suitable.
How to properly fix the profiled sheet
If necessary, such a structure can be sheathed on the sides with a wooden lattice or curtains can be hung from an awning, tarpaulin, soft glass.
Check out our galleries for original and practical carport ideas. Ready-made projects are not a guide to action, but a way to inspire our readers to build a "house" for an iron horse.
Carports made of corrugated board, photo of the design on a metal frame
There are different ways to store a car, but experts recommend using open garages or sheds. If the transport just stands on the street, it is damaged by the weather. Leaving the vehicle in the garage is also not an option, as strong condensate is created. Today, there are many technologies for manufacturing a carport. All of them differ in shape, size, etc.
What are awnings made of?
Carports are small structures or MAFs, which essentially consist of support posts, a roof and a platform for a car. Due to the fact that such structures, as a rule, are located on a summer cottage, their aesthetic appearance should correspond to the house and the entire exterior.
Such a structure can be built from various materials, which in most cases will depend on the financial capabilities of the owner of the cottage.
They mainly use the following material:
Fire retardants that need to be treated with wood must necessarily have sanitary and epidemiological supervision permits and belong to groups 1 and 2 according to GOST. If we talk about the load-bearing elements of a wooden structure, then only the highest quality antiseptics and refractory agents should be used. You can distinguish them from others, of lesser quality, by a transparent pink color.
Types of roofing and popular materials
Shed roof carports are the easiest way to set up an iron horse parking lot. One of the most important elements of this design is the upper trim of all pillars (Mauerlat) and the truss system. How well the structure will withstand gusts of wind and snow load depends on a quality installation.
Additional supports of the main pillars of the structure should be done only if the distance between them exceeds 4.5 meters. The roof of a carport made of wood can have 25 degrees of inclination and this will be enough. But the final slope also depends on the material of the roof.
With a similar degree of inclination, 300 millimeters of height are added for each meter of the roof. Thus, if the length of the canopy is 5 meters, then the pillars on one side should be 1.5 meters higher than the others. Gable or hip roofs are installed much less often, since this is a more complex building and is intended not only for storing a vehicle. For example, the first floor is for a car, and the second is for a gazebo, etc.
For a shed roof use:
For a curved roof, polycarbonate must be used as a roof. As a rule, its frame is arched. For welding the base, profile pipes or forged products are used. When welding, it is necessary to adhere to these drawings and calculate the strength of such elements. Do-it-yourself carport made of polycarbonate is easy to make. It is versatile, looks quite inconspicuous and has an aesthetic appearance.
Portable carports
Today you can buy portable carports. They are very comfortable and compact. They are made of a metal frame, and the roof is made of an awning. The assembly instructions are simple, and you can install such a canopy in 1-2 hours. The portable option will be convenient for summer residents and outdoor enthusiasts. There are types where the walls are made of soft glass or awning.
If we talk about the site where the car will directly stand, then it can be made of rubble. But more responsible owners are made from concrete slabs, natural stone, paving stones or paving slabs. So that in the future the site does not give cracks, it must be prepared accordingly: cleaned of debris and leveled the surface. Then it is required to fall asleep with rubble, sand and tamp well.
When planning the structure, one should not forget about the slope and drain so that the water does not stagnate on the site. For better protection of the machine from rain, it is necessary to equip the structure with side walls.
The nuances of the placement of the structure
The canopy can be installed in different places of the site: a separate place, adjacent to the house, fence, garage, or hozblok. The territory for installation must be selected depending on the individual conditions in a particular area. The best option would be to mount the entire structure on an independent foundation and supports, but if necessary, it is permissible to make one of the sides of the cantilever type.
What material is better to choose
Any possible material for such structures may have its own disadvantages and advantages. For example, the disadvantage of wood is its rotting and "fear of fire", and the metal is subject to corrosion. Also, for the production of metal products, it is necessary to have a welding machine. Both wood and metal require constant care for a long service life.
If we talk about brick and stone, then there are also some nuances. Such work will turn out to be very troublesome and labor-intensive, it will require masonry skills, great efforts to mix concrete, and they are longer in time than the installation of wooden or metal structures.
It all depends on the financial capabilities and experience of the owner of the house. The cheapest option made of wood can be chosen by a person without special skills, but if there is a welding machine and an extended budget for construction, then a metal structure can also be made.
When you have decided on the format of the frame, you need to start choosing the roof. Of course, the simplest option is to use rigid sheets of various origins, for example, metal tiles, polycarbonate, slate, etc. If you use roofing material, then such a building will come out economical, but, on the other hand, you need to take into account what is required install a truss system, which is also needed for soft metal tiles.
Ideal in every way - this is the use of polycarbonate or profiled sheet. But if we compare them with each other, then the profiled sheet corrodes over time, but polycarbonate does not have such shortcomings. Also, the advantage of polycarbonate is its translucency, which is especially important if the building is located near the wall of the house. Light will constantly flow under such a structure.
A canopy for a car with your own hands made of wood can be made from a bar. Often, timber 150x150 or 100x100 is used for these purposes. A rounded log with a diameter of 150–200 mm is also used. For metal buildings, a pipe with a cross section of 100 mm or a profile of 80x80 is suitable. The distance between the supports of the building should be 1.5-2 meters. In some cases, structures with a distance between supports of 3 meters are used, but it is necessary to carefully calculate the reliability of the canopy in order to avoid unforeseen situations.
As support pipes, you can use a round or profiled 40x80 pipe or for large structures 80x80. For the rafter system, pipes 40x40 should be used. If a Mauerlat is made of wood in a metal frame, then you need to take an edged board 100x40, solid or glued timber 100x100.
Optimal dimensions for construction
The parameters of the carport can be different, depending on various factors: the size of the car, their number, the availability of sufficient space for construction. For cars, you can build a canopy with dimensions of 5 x 2.3 m. If we talk about a universal structure that is suitable for SUVs, crossovers and minibuses, then parameters of 6.6-3.6 m are suitable. In order for a canopy for two cars to be convenient and not take up much space, on the site, the optimal dimensions are taken 5.3−6.9 m.
The height of the canopy is designed depending on the height of the car, and the size of the upper trunk, if any, is also taken into account. A very low structure will not be comfortable to use, especially when getting out of the car. The optimal height can vary from at least 1.9-2.2 m. But at the same time, if the building is higher than necessary, then rain and snow can fall on the car.
Considering accepted standards, the carport should be 1 meter higher than the vehicle and 2 meters wider. If the design is for two vehicles, the free distance will be the same.
When making the structure yourself, it is recommended to download ready-made drawings and installation instructions on the Internet. When not a single drawing fits, then you can take an existing one and change it to fit your requirements.
The use of polycarbonate for the building
The best option is to use metal pipes or profiles for the frame, and polycarbonate for the roof. It is desirable to make a single-pitched roof in order to avoid additional costs, labor and time costs.
Before starting the construction, it is necessary to prepare the following materials and tools:
- metal profile and pipes;
- Bulgarian;
- polycarbonate;
- a set of nuts and additional fasteners;
- sand, water, crushed stone, cement, paint.
First you need to choose a place to build, install posts around the perimeter and pull the rope. All work must be carried out strictly according to the previously prepared drawing. Then you need to make a pit 20-30 centimeters deep. On the sides, dig holes for support pillars from 70 centimeters to one meter, depending on the level of groundwater.
Fill everything with a 10-centimeter layer of sand and gravel and tamp. After that, it is necessary to make a lattice of reinforcement for reinforcing concrete. You also need to build formwork around the entire perimeter of the site and the pits of the pillars. Separately, install the reinforcement for the supporting pillars. When all the reinforcement is connected and lies in place, pour a 10-centimeter layer of concrete.
A week after pouring the foundation, you can begin work on the installation of the frame and roof. Using brackets, attach the support pipes or the profile to the pre-filled foundation pillars. Then it is necessary to check the height of the pillars and if the required slope angle is not obtained, then we cut them with a grinder.
When the support posts are attached, you can make the top trim. For this, a metal profile of 40x40 millimeters is used. The harness must be welded to the base, then the stiffeners of the rafter system, as well as the rafters themselves, must be welded. The distance between them should be approximately 1 meter. After installing and fixing all the frame parts, protect the welding points and completely paint the structure.
A few hours after the paint has dried, it is necessary to start fixing the polycarbonate. To do this, you can use special press nuts.
On this, the construction work to create a carport can be considered completed. With well-designed calculations and the purchase of the necessary material, the whole process will not take much time, and the car will be reliably protected from weather conditions.
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Good protection against natural influences extends the life of the car, reduces labor and material costs during operation. The simplest, but quite effective tool is a carport for a summer cottage. In order to implement the corresponding project without errors, it is necessary to accurately formulate the technical requirements, to select the optimal construction methods. Finding the right answers to these and other practical questions will be easier after reading this article.
A high-quality canopy is an indispensable component of the architectural ensemble of a modern residential building
The actual need to create such a building specifically for the machine should be clarified. Vehicles are created specifically for use in natural conditions. If it makes sense to protect them additionally, and in a relatively quiet parking mode? For correct conclusions, it is necessary to list the harmful effects and possible troubles:
- In an open area, with strong gusts of wind during rain, drops of moisture can penetrate into minor holes, microcracks. This provokes destructive corrosion processes. They are activated by a variety of aggressive chemical compounds that pollute the modern environment.
- Dust impairs the initially flawless appearance of equipment, reduces the functionality of headlights and signal lights, side rear-view mirrors. Grains of sand caught in the gap can leave scratches on the glass surface.
- Direct rays of the sun gradually reduce the brightness of colors, create visible spots on the body, spoil rubber seals and tires. They excessively heat the interior up to the release of unpleasant odors and allergens by plastic parts.
- Eliminating bird droppings is an unpleasant, but fairly quick procedure. A large hailstorm can create a lot more problems. A body damaged by dents significantly reduces the cost of the machine. The qualified elimination of such defects in some cases is comparable in cost to the construction of a carport in the country.
The above arguments are sufficient to start consideration of the relevant project. But you should also take into account the information given below in the photo with comments.
It also prevents the formation of frost, possible damage when removing them and snow. If it’s raining outside, things will be loaded and boarded in comfortable conditions.
This example shows that the roof is made of relatively light materials. The unity of style is ensured by a properly selected color scheme, the same pillars of supports, similar under a canopy.
How to build an inexpensive car shelter is described in this video.
Video: manufacturing and installation of a canopy in front of the house under the car
Here there is information about the preparation of the simplest engineering documentation, important details of individual work operations are noted.
Features of carports for 2 cars: what you need to know
With the help of modern electronic and software tools, it is easier than manually to create architectural projects. The three-dimensional layout quite realistically reproduces the parameters of the future building. It can be studied carefully from different angles. If necessary, colors, textures of materials, and other important parameters change very quickly.
In this case, the dimensions of the entire object are set to 8 by 6 meters (depth x width, respectively). They are sufficient for an open area for two cars, with large passages between them and about 1 meter from all sides to the roof contour. The loads are distributed over the side supports. The absence of a central pillar makes parking and easy passage easier. The height to the lower transverse beams is at least 250 centimeters. Installation of a rainwater collection and drainage system is planned. A doorway for a separate entrance was made in the wall of the outbuilding.
A translucent roof made of polymeric materials gives additional lightness. Similar solutions are used in small suburban areas.
How to cover a carport: the best materials
After determining the general requirements, it is necessary to make a few clarifications before choosing the type of roofing. In this case, there is no closed room under it, therefore, the structure will contain only supporting elements and a surface layer without insulation and insulation. The lining of the lower part is installed only to improve the aesthetic characteristics.
Canopies can be:
- lean-to;
- gable;
- arched;
- console;
- combined, made up of several different forms.
Polycarbonate carports: simple and reliable
In the process of manufacturing this polymeric material, dyes are added to the composition. They create not only the necessary aesthetic characteristics, but also change the transparency.
Here are the average parameters of the products of one profile manufacturer. Currently, products are produced with different levels of color saturation, which allows you to get different levels of transparency, up to its complete absence. A wide range of offers allows you to choose an option in strict accordance with the criteria defined by the project.
For your information! When changing the thickness of a transparent sheet from 4 to 16 mm, the light transmittance decreases from 80 to 65%.
Carport polycarbonate has high UV resistance. To reduce weight create sheets with cavities (honeycomb structures). Such products are easier to mount with your own hands. They are lighter than monolithic counterparts, but are designed for a shorter service life.
The thickness of polycarbonate is selected taking into account the characteristics of the instructions and possible loads during application:
- For a standard one-, two-slope, arched canopy over the machine: 4-6 mm.
- Span overlap for two cars: 8 mm.
- Particularly large distances between the reference lines, increased wind and loads in a certain region: 10 mm or more.
| Material type | Brand/Name | Thickness, mm | Sheet dimensions (width x length), cm | price, rub. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honeycomb, transparent | Sellex/Matador | 3,3 | 210 x 600 | 1780-2300 |
| Honeycomb, transparent | Sellex/Solaris | 4 | 210 x 600 | 1950-2200 |
| Honeycomb, transparent | Sellex/Premium | 4 | 210 x 600 | 2900-3250 |
| Cellular, color | Sellex/Comfort | 4 | 210 x 600 | 2380-2800 |
| Honeycomb, transparent | Plastilux/ULTRAMARIN | 6 | 210 x 600 | 3020-3400 |
| Cellular, color | Plastilux/SUNNEX | 6 | 210 x 600 | 3900-4100 |
| Honeycomb, transparent | Sellex/Solaris | 8 | 210 x 600 | 4080-4300 |
| Cellular, color | Plastilux/SUNNEX | 10 | 210 x 600 | 4300-4500 |
| Monolithic, transparent | Polygal | 6 | 205 x 305 | 13200-14800 |
| Monolithic, colored | Polygal | 12 | 205 x 305 | 26800-28400 |
For your information! Prices vary significantly, depending on the design, composition of additives, policies of manufacturers and trading companies. In the table, Premium polycarbonate (Solaris) costs almost 50% more than the Solaris modification. But these products have different warranties (20 and 10 years respectively)
Carport from corrugated board: iron to iron
This material is well suited for roof construction. It weighs a little, is well protected by a multi-layer coating against corrosion. It is not capable of damaging strong mechanical influences. Profiled sheet structures are not too difficult to build with your own hands.
When choosing these products, the following factors should be considered:
- In the reference tables, not only the standard, but also the useful width is given. The fact is that when laying the sheets mutually overlap by one segment.
- For the roof of the canopy, a thickness of 0.5 to 0.8 mm is chosen. Too thin metal, even with stiffeners, can be damaged by a strong gust of wind.
- In addition to galvanizing, manufacturers use powder paints and polymer coatings to improve protective functions.
- Trade enterprises offer products of this group of various sizes at prices ranging from 180 to 1600 rubles. and more. In order to buy sheets without errors in a comparative analysis, it is necessary to recalculate taking into account the cost of one square meter.
Carport made of metal tiles: we make a single whole with the house
In the process of its creation, it is necessary to coordinate the dimensions of the cells of the roof slope with the width and length. It is necessary to provide reliable supports at the joints. Careful study of the design simplifies the construction of your own hands. It will also be useful if the implementation of the project is entrusted to be carried out on a turnkey basis by a specialized company. The knowledge gained will help to control the actions of performers.
Important! When studying market prices and for comparing different products, use the above recommendations for corrugated sheets. Metal tile has a more complex shape. It is produced in a wide range of colors. Some manufacturers offer custom colors according to RAL standards.
Frame carport materials
When erecting such buildings, massive pillars of reinforced concrete can be installed,. But in this article only metal and wooden structures will be considered. These materials are well suited for the rapid construction of light structures.
Canopies made of wood: practicality and reliability
Wooden frame structures have the following advantages:
- They can be created from, boards, other standard building materials that are inexpensive.
- Wooden blanks are not too difficult to handle with your own hands.
- If necessary, using the simplest carpentry tools, you can adjust the landing dimensions, the docking points to the house, and the supporting parts.
- If it is necessary to eliminate errors in the project, modernization will be required - these tasks will be solved at no extra cost.
- On your own, without resorting to expensive specialists, you can install a shed or other carport in the country.
- There are many drawings on the Internet, instructions on how to make such structures. Ready-made ideas can be quickly transformed to suit individual requirements.
Between these elements there is a layer of insulation. This example explains how to install wooden poles correctly. This solution prevents the penetration of moisture from the soil, the appearance and development of decay processes.
This technological operation extends the service life of the respective structures when used outdoors. To get a good result, it is necessary to strictly follow the instructions of the manufacturer of the corresponding product, repeat the treatment in a timely manner.
Metal carport: do it thoroughly
The use of this group of materials opens up the following possibilities:
- In a wide range of rolled metal, it is not difficult to find blanks suitable for a project. High-quality products of this category are created in accordance with GOSTs and other industry standards. Their size, shape, resistance to stress and other technical parameters exactly comply with certain standards.
- Metal structures are able to withstand a lot of weight. With the right calculation, they can be used in combination with a heavy roof made of ceramic tiles.
- Such canopies retain aesthetic parameters and integrity for decades.
Some of the benefits are shown below:
Do-it-yourself carport: step-by-step construction
To build this design for a car without errors, choose a suitable place. This issue has been discussed in detail above. It should only be emphasized that the new building should not impair the functionality of existing facilities: houses, garages, gazebos. It is created in a single style.
If the canopy is attached to the house, butt joints are studied separately. It is necessary to exclude the possibility of mutual negative influence during the movement of supports due to the high level of groundwater, in severe frosts. In the most difficult situations, the structure is installed on.
To find out how you can inexpensively make a reliable support, geological research is useful. To do this, before starting construction, several pits are made in the intended places for installing pillars for a canopy. Such a check is required with a significant weight of the extension. If the foundation for the posts turns out to be too expensive, try to find a suitable place to install a carport in the yard or in the garden.
At the same time, it is necessary to decide on the materials of the frame and roof. This will help and the parameters of the foundation. At this stage, the following details should be clarified:
- If natural light is not enough, you will have to install appropriate devices. They must be designed for outdoor use. Luminaires that meet the IP54 standard and above are well protected from moisture.
- Used to save electricity. Such lamps are able to function smoothly in difficult conditions for several years.
- A country carport near the house is useful for minor repairs, changing oil and other consumable liquids, cleaning the interior and washing. To connect power tools, you can put a socket here. You should find out how to install it and other devices in accordance with current safety standards.
- Shed and gable canopies must be supplemented with an appropriate drainage circuit. We need to clarify how to properly connect it to the .
After the answers to the listed questions are received, it is necessary to prepare the drawings. If you don’t know how to do it yourself in strict accordance with design standards, contact the relevant specialists. A light, simple yard plank structure can be built with a large margin of safety without careful calculations. But even in such a budget option, it is better to prepare a documentation package:
- sketches with dimensions;
- lists of materials, tools;
- important technology notes.
This description of a typical algorithm of actions will help you figure out how to build a carport for a car in the country with your own hands:
- To determine the boundaries of the roof, it is necessary to take the appropriate parameters of the machine and increase the boundaries in all directions by 0.8-1.25 m. The supports are installed so that they do not create obstacles when maneuvering and disembarking passengers.
- Based on the data of the project documentation, the necessary components are purchased.
- The site on the garden plot must be prepared taking into account the weight of the vehicle, the intensity of parking use. In any case, the soil is removed to a depth of 15 cm or more. From crushed stone, gravel, create, ram the appropriate layer to obtain a homogeneous structure.
- Taking into account the features of the chosen technology, they construct, or a slab foundation.
- For heavy equipment - create a platform of reinforced concrete.
- After complete solidification of building mixtures, installation operations begin. First, a frame of metal or wooden elements is installed. The roof, decorative elements, lamps, and other equipment are fixed on it.
For your information! The laying of engineering networks can be divided into several stages. Some channels, for example, can be created when leveling the site, during the pouring of the foundation.
The following photos provide additional helpful tips and tricks.
It should be noted that it is difficult to create a durable, reliable structure from improvised materials. You should give preference to a carefully designed project, or purchase a ready-made kit for the appropriate purpose.
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