5 days ago
- Inspired by Low-tech Magazine's article on dressing homes, built a balcony awning for about 50 Euros.
- Materials include steel cable, turnbuckle, thimbles, clamps, hose, fabric, carabiners, paracord.
- Tools needed: wrench, cable cutter (or alternatives), and optional hardware store cutting.
- Steps: measure cable length (distance plus 1-1.5m), prepare cable with thimbles and clamps, assemble with turnbuckle, fasten fabric using carabiners.
- Retrospective: successful sun protection, sturdy, easy to fold; improvements include larger fabric and better bottom fastening.
- For wall/ceiling mounts, use heavy-duty hardware (at least 100kg capacity) and drilling tools.
- Safety tips: learn tool use, wear gloves, use stable stepladder, have assistance.