Mark the location of the awning on the side of the house making sure it is level.
Attaching awning to block wall.
Use a drill bit that will create a hole for 1 2 or 5 8 inch bolts depending on the anchor bolts used.
Attach the brackets to the house even with the chalk line making sure they are plumb.
Mark and then drill the sill plate according to the bolt pattern on the cinder block wall.
A concrete block cement block foundation block or concrete masonry unit cmu is a large rectangular block used primarily in the construction of walls.
However the type of siding as well as the presence of framing members or studs can make a difference in installation.
These awnings have a welded frame that is attached permanently to a wall.
Concrete blocks are made from precast concrete i e.
The aggregate used for high density blocks is usually sand and or fine gravel.
Pop a caulk line to mark the position for the support brackets.