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Installing the Canopy Beams. Soffit and Trim From "Weekend Remodeling" episode WKR-304

After: An handsome portico with a dash of panache!

With the canopy in place, host Fuad Reveiz demonstrates the installation of the canopy beams, soffit and trim.

Remember, on a project difficulty scale of 1-5 (5 being most difficult), the overall project rates a 2.

Materials:

Custom-fabricated canopy/awning
1 x 6, 1 x 8, 1 x 4 and 1 x 2 lumber
A variety of molding
1" trim
Silicon caulk
1/4" birch plywood
Cotton gloves
Paint
Wood putty
Anchors
Tape measure
Level
Hammer drill
Hammer
Trim nailer
Brad nailer
Circular saw
Hand sander
Cordless drill
Router
Speed square
Framing square
Painting supplies
Chop saw
Clamps
Table saw
Utility knife
Screwdrivers
Shims
Stainless steel screws

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	Figure A
	Figure B
	Figure C
	Figure D
	Figure E
	Figure F

1. To give the beams something to attach to, first notch a piece of 1/4" plywood cut to fit the bottom of the canopy. Mark the locations of the canopy joists onto the soffit, then raise the plywood into position and secure with a brad nailer (figure A).

2. To create the beams, measure in 3/4" from all side of the canopy and strike a chalk line. Install 2 x 6 boards along these lines (figure B).

3. Next, install blocking against the house for the end of the beam (figure C).

4. For the beams in this example, treated lumber will be used, since it will come into contact with masonry. Pre-drill the masonry, then install the beams with corrosion-resistant screws.

5. To create the decorative beam, wrap the brace with 1 x 8 boards (figure D). Measure for the inside boards, make the cut and attach to 2 x 6 blocking with a trim nailer.

6. To wrap the outside, miter cut the corners of the boards, add wood glue to the corners and slide into the space between the canopy and braces.

7. To close the beam, measure and cut 45-degree corners on the face of the boards and nail into place (figure E).

8. To create outside trim, begine on the sides. Measure 3" from the ends and make a mark.

9. Next, cut 1" trim molding to length with 45-degree mitered ends.

10. Rest the first piece against the bottom edge of the 1 x 8 that overhangs the beam. Attach to the face using a brad nailer.

11. Add the top trim that rests against the bottom edge of the copper canopy (figure F).

12. Measure between top and bottom pieces of trim and cut vertical pieces to create a box design. Repeat for the front.

13. Use 2-1/2" crown molding to finish the inside top corners.