Leaving for the summer cottage for the whole weekend, it is worthtake care of protecting the car from the effects of external factors that may affect the appearance of passenger cars. This issue is particularly relevant for owners of country lands located in the forest area. From trees every now and then drops various organics, which, if delayed by intervention, can spoil the paint layer of the car.
Avoid unnecessary work canopy forcar. Its design can be different - from the capital with a brick frame to the quick-release design based on polyethylene film. In either case, you will have to invest a certain amount of cash.
Types of sheds
Any carport consists of:
- roofing;
- supporting frame;
- support structure;
- flooring (base).
We describe the main characteristics that distinguish different types of canopies from each other.
First, they differ in the materials that were used in the creation of the frame. There are only two of them - either they are made of wood (beams), or welded from metal structures.
Secondly, the type of roofing. Geometric parameters of the roof affect its appearance. As with the construction of any structure, there are several types of roofs:
- arched shape;
- single-pitch;
- gable
The third distinctive feature, which has a carport, is the type of roofing material:
- polycarbonate;
- tarpaulin;
- soft tiles;
- decking.
Start of construction
In any, not even the biggest construction businessbetter to start with the preparatory work. Before the start of construction work it is necessary to determine the place where the carport will be located. It is necessary to consider the following points. For obvious reasons, it should be a convenient place for entry and exit of vehicles. In the presence of a garage or house, it may be worth making one supporting side adjacent to these buildings.
Having decided on the place, you can develop a projectcarport for car. To solve this problem, you can choose two directions: contact professional companies specializing in the creation of canopies or independently search for information regarding the construction of such necessary structures as carports. Photos will help to visually determine the course of further work.
Choosing the right design and determiningproject, you will already have an idea about the amount of material required and the total estimated cost of all work. On the basis of this, it will be possible to make some amendments to the estimate in the direction of appreciation or, conversely, cheapening.
Preparatory work
Regardless of the type of canopy and the material from which it is made, the base should be leveled and concreted. This is done for several reasons.
Во-первых, меньше вероятность того что машина spontaneously begin to roll. Secondly, there are a lot of chemical liquids in the car. If a malfunction occurs in any system, they can start flowing. Spreading them may cause undesirable soil contamination. Thirdly, it is aesthetic and practical. When wet cleaning "iron horse" on the ground dirt is formed, which will inevitably fall into the car.
The dimensions of the concrete base under the canopy shouldchoose the size of the roof. As a rule, the average size of a car is five meters long and two meters wide. For reliable protection, the size of carports must exceed these dimensions. Minimal can be considered:
- car length plus one meter;
- car width plus two meters;
- height should be the height of a person plus one meter.
Concrete site must be simultaneously with the foundation work.
Foundation under the canopy
По причине того, что наш климат изобилует moments when the force of the wind pulls out the trees with roots, and the snow build-up exceeds a meter height, the device of a reliable foundation for the canopy supports is an important issue. Although carports in the country have quite simple forms, the foundation for it is not an easy task.
You can make piles in several ways:
- use self-immersed screw piles;
- large diameter pipes;
- monolithic concrete piles.
Screw piles are gaining popularity - prettyfast and reliable way to create a foundation. After the piles have been sunk, it is recommended that concrete solution be poured into the pile pipe for structural strength.
Construction of the foundation of pipes is made similarmethod, except for preparing the wells for installation. Excavation is carried out to a depth of just over a meter and a width of two diameters of a steel pipe. A steel pile is installed, concrete is poured from cold-resistant grades.
The concrete foundation is much more complicated. It requires the construction of formwork and assembly of reinforcing mesh.
Wooden frame
Using wood as a carrierdesign allows for quite a short time to build the main frame. In addition, a wooden canopy for a car allows you to fit into the overall landscape design of the suburban area.
For the manufacture of racks use bar section150 to 150 millimeters. For the organization of cross-links suitable timber section of 100 to 100 millimeters or 100x80 millimeters. The installation pitch of the uprights should not exceed two meters. For the construction of a simple canopy for one car space will need six vertical racks.
It is necessary to take into account the snow loads on the roof itself. All the weight will be borne by horizontal connections. Optimal for bars, which are the basis for the roof, are the dimensions of one and a half meters.
A wooden canopy for a car requiresperiodic care. All wooden structures are subject to aging and rotting. To prevent premature wear of wooden surfaces should be covered with their special compositions, which are designed to protect them from external influences.
Steel framework from a metalwork
Металлические навесы для автомобилей позволяют make frameworks of complex shapes. However, their strength remains high at any time of the year. The main profiles that are used in construction are:
- channel;
- corner;
- trumpet;
- profile box section.
Such structures are fastened by welding. Depending on the type of form, between the rack spans it is possible to erect an arched canopy with a significant distance between the supports.
Metal canopies require almost no maintenance, unlike wooden structures. Every few years to refresh the paint and all.
Roof
For the construction of the roof will fit any modern roofing material. It all depends on the initial construction budget.
The most popular is polycarbonate.It received its wide distribution due to its relatively low cost and quick installation. In addition, he misses part of the sunlight, which in some cases is its undeniable advantage. Due to its cellular form, it has good elasticity and strength. Does not suffer from exposure to ultraviolet radiation.
Decking, as well as cellular polycarbonate,It has a convenient form that allows you to quickly install it on the roof. Does not require special preparation of the frame. Due to the hot-dip galvanized treatment, it is durable.
Soft roof is a premium segment inroof waterproofing. The cost of such material is quite high, and the installation requires the use of special tools and the possession of certain skills. It is also necessary to prepare the base before applying soft tile.
Conclusion
Carports in the country allowminimize the cost of organizing a decent place to store your "iron horse". In addition, access to the car is not hindered during maintenance work.
