Watch me build a super simple overhang roof on the side of my shop to cover fire wood from the elements.
How to build a roof over a doorway.
Make two more triangular frames and keep them ready after leveling.
Drill holes through the lumber and into the wall every 6 inches along the length of the lumber.
Building a small gabled awning above an exterior doorway is a functional project that not only protects you when stepping out into a rainstorm but adds a new visual dimension to your house.
Step 3 make a roof frame.
We chose to paint most of ours the main house color with the exception of the face fascia trim around the front and above the roof that we painted our trim color.
Fit a wall plug into each hole in the wall.
This is a super simple project and requires just a f.
Step 4 lift the roof frame.
The last step in our process for how to build a gable roof over a front door is to paint all the wood.
You ll also learn something about the construction process that goes into framing a gabled roof.
See more ideas about house exterior doors door overhang.
Cut three pieces of board for a length of the roof you wish to add to the front door.
Connect these two triangular frames with the three longboard pieces you have.