Door Canopy

Why Choose Us

Company Strength

Hangzhou Spark Hardware was established in 2008, located in Hangzhou city of eastern China, closely near Shanghai. Today we are enjoying the position of a credible and successful supplier and business partner. We have the best R&D department in the sector of sliding door hardware and the number of our loyal customers is rising constantly.

Rich Experience

We specialize in designing, manufacturing, and exporting of high-quality sliding door hardware, door lever handle and shower accessories for over 15 years. Our main products include outdoor barn door hardware、pocket door frame、sliding wooden door hardware、sliding glass door hardware, etc.

Stringent Quality Control

We are leaders in the design, manufacturing, and marketing of high-quality sliding door hardware over 10 years. Our own lab. can do Salt spray testing, thickness testing, loading testing and life testing for every batch of products, to make sure it is safety and reliable.

Customer Service

We are always committed to providing customers with the best quality products and services, and customer satisfaction is our ultimate goal.All of our products are covered by a limited 3-years warranty.

 

What Is Door Canopy

 

 

A door canopy is a type of awning or small roof-like structure that is placed above a door or entryway. The purpose of a door canopy is to provide protection from the sun, rain, snow, and other weather elements. They can also add aesthetic appeal to a home or building. Door canopies can be made from a variety of materials including metal, wood, polycarbonate, and fabric and can come in various styles and shapes to suit different architectural designs. They are often installed to enhance the functionality and curb appeal of a property.

 

Door Canopy is a characteristic building that can be installed above the door to block wind and rain. It has a comprehensive external shading function that completely blocks UV radiation. Door Canopy is highly weather resistant and has no significant change in impact resistance in extreme weather conditions. Our Door Canopy offers glass rain canopy, door awning, glass door canopy, door cover kit and more. Our products are stylish, elegant, simple and refined, all made of high-quality materials and have excellent barrier properties. It is environmentally friendly, safe and durable. Find professional door canopy manufacturers and suppliers in China here. We're offering high quality customized products with competitive price, please rest assured to wholesale bulk door canopy for sale here from our factory.

 

Benefits of Door Canopy

 

Shelter for residents and visitors

The main function of an entrance canopy is to protect people from the elements as they enter and exit a home. Whether it be rain, sleet, sun, or snow, people can seek shelter while they find their keys or ring the doorbell. If required, downpipes can also be added to divert the rainwater away.

Longevity

Entrance canopies reduce maintenance by preventing harsh weather from reaching the door and interior of the home. This means the house is kept looking its best for much longer and little maintenance is required. Not only will occupants enjoy the low-maintenance entryway, but your project will also continue to draw the eye of passersby for the right reasons, for many years to come.

Simple and cost-effective

While a built-in canopy roof can be laborious and expensive, a lightweight, externally-mounted entrance canopy is an affordable, straightforward, and effective way to add shelter. In fact, you may not need to obtain building consent if the door is on the ground-floor or first storey of the building. Due to their lightweight material and simple fixture to the exterior cladding, entrance canopies, like the aluminium canopies from Aurae, require no extra engineering or planning.

Suitable for pivot and flush doorsets

If you want to install a pivot opening or flush door, an entrance canopy is a must. While they are stunning, these doorsets cannot be fully weather-sealed like a hinged door so extra shelter is vital. Pivot and flush doorsets ideally need overhangs that cover the whole door in its entirety as this will help to prevent water ingress. An entrance canopy provides ample protection over the doorway, allowing for peace of mind and freedom of design.

Design and aesthetics

What better way to add depth to a building than with something that also provides a practical solution? With an entrance canopy over each doorway, your project will have more texture and layers to add interest. Beyond the physical lines of the canopy, you can also choose the material, colour, and size to complement your overall project-or provide a compelling contrast. Depending on how the canopy is mounted, you can also incorporate the fixtures into your design, or keep it streamlined and sleek.

Create a natural flow

With a well-considered entranceway, your new project will have an appealing, inviting transition from outside to inside. If the front door is difficult to find, you run the risk of creating a confusing, off putting facade. However, an entrance canopy is a simple and artful way to mark it so visitors can easily identify where to go. This is especially crucial for multi-residential developments with numerous homes of the same style. For the ultimate focal point, choose an accent powder-coat colour to create a striking juxtaposition with the cladding or front door.

 

What are the Applications of Door Canopy
Door Hardware Locks And Handle
Double Side Door Pull Handle
Door Handle Plate Design
Door Handle For Entry Door

Outdoor Classroom

Using a canopy as an out door canopy is one of the most popular uses. Many lessons can be held under a canopy for example, music lessons are particularly good to hold outside as this minimises noise disruption to other classes.Science lessons are also another good one as it avoids any mess and spillages inside the classroom.You can also hold other practical lessons outside which include studying the weather what better place to study the weather other than outside! Team building exercises are also great lessons to hold outside under a canopy.

Entrance Canopy

door canopy add a focal point to your building and make it clear for visitors and potential new parents & pupils to find the entrance & save them wondering around. They also create a waiting area for anyone to stand if they are early or need some fresh air in the shade.

Outside Dining

Dining outside is one of the best things about summer however, when the sun is in your eyes and your getting a little heated or it starts to rain, it ruins the fun. A door canopytakes away those issues and creates a serine, sheltered area for your staff and pupils to enjoy their lunch outside whilst keeping protected from the sun and rain.

Student Social Area 

door canopy can be supplied with seating or benches to create an outside student social area, this is particularly great for secondary schools & colleges. It enables your students to socialise and study whilst staying on the school grounds. It keeps them protected from the weather and gives them their own space away from their tutors and teachers enabling them to unwind in the fresh air.

Covered Play Area

Playground door canopyare popular additions to primary schools and nurseries, they keep young children protected from the sun's UV rays which is a very important factor, they also encourage outdoor activates to keep the children active and healthy. Safety barriers can be added to most canopies to create an enclosed area for the children to play & stay within.

Sports Shelter

Addingdoor canopy to your sports field or nearby will enable you to get more use out from them. These canopies can be used for physical education lessons and sporting events such as sport days and matches/tournaments. Not only can the children use the canopy to cool down or have “time out”under, you can also use the canopy for spectators at your event by adding comfortable seating for them to enjoy the day in a cool shaded area avoiding heat stroke in the summer. It will also avoid spectators &participants from getting wet in the cooler months of the year.

 

 
Types of Door Canopy
 
01/

Retractable canopy

A retractable canopy is designed to slide in and out of a housing unit, providing shade or protection when needed. It is usually made with lightweight materials such as aluminum, vinyl, or canvas, and is adjustable to different lengths.

02/

Fixed awning

A fixed awning is a rigid structure that is permanently attached to a building or entryway. Fixed awnings can be used to provide shade, protection, and style to a building.

03/

Door hood

A door hood is a small fixed awning that covers the top of a door or entryway, providing protection from the elements. Door hoods can be made from various materials such as wood, metal, or plastic.

04/

Half barrel canopy

A half barrel canopy is a semi-circular shaped awning that is typically made out of wood or metal. This canopy provides additional protection from sun and rain, and can enhance the overall appearance of a home.

05/

Fabric canopy

A fabric canopy is made out of a variety of materials such as cotton, polyester, or acrylic. They are typically lightweight, easy to install, and come in a variety of colors and patterns.

06/

Glass canopy

Glass canopies are made out of tempered or laminated glass, providing a transparent and modern aesthetic to any building. They can provide protection from the elements while still allowing natural light to enter the space.

 

Door Canopy Features

 

 

Protection from the elements

The primary purpose of a door canopy is to shield the entrance from various weather conditions, such as rain, snow, hail, and harsh sunlight. By doing so, they help prevent water from dripping onto the doorstep, reduce the risk of slippery surfaces, and protect the door and its surroundings from potential water damage.

Energy efficiency

Door Canopy can contribute to energy efficiency by reducing direct exposure of the door to the sun's heat during hot weather, thereby preventing the entry of excess heat into the building. Conversely, during colder weather, they can provide some insulation, reducing heat loss through the doorway.

Enhancing curb appeal

Door Canopy can significantly improve the aesthetics of a building's exterior. They come in various designs, materials, and colors, allowing homeowners and architects to select options that complement the overall architectural style and design of the property.

Functional space extension

In some cases, a door canopy can create a small covered area outside the entrance, serving as a convenient space for sheltering visitors while they wait for the door to be answered or providing a spot to take off and store umbrellas or wet shoes.

Safety and security

Door Canopy can act as a deterrent to potential intruders by obstructing easy access to the entrance and making it less visible from the outside. Additionally, the canopy can prevent unauthorized individuals from peering into the building through the doorway.

Reduced maintenance

By protecting the door and its hardware from direct exposure to the elements, Door Canopy can extend the lifespan of the door and reduce the frequency of maintenance and repairs.

 

How to Install Door Awning
 

Step 1

Decide how big you want your door Canopy to be. It should be at least 6 inches wider than the door opening on each side. The length depends on how much shade and cover you want. Use a tape measure and thick pen to mark off those dimensions on two identical pieces of marine fabric. Add 6 inches to the length when measuring so you have enough fabric for a front overhang.

Pocket Door Kit
Best Pocket Door Frame

Step 2

Cut the fabric along your markings. Turn one piece upside down and stack it on top of the other so that the two printed sides are facing each other. Use heavy-duty thread to sew the pieces together in the front, back and on one of the sides. You should now have a large pocket with an opening on the side.

Step 3

Turn the pocket inside out so that the seam is hidden on the inside. Mark a line across the front of the fabric, 6 inches in from the edge. Mark another line 2 1/2 inches in from the first line. Mark a line 2 1/2 inches in from each side. These marked-off edges will be where the wooden frame of the awning will be inserted.

Double Pocket Door
Installing Pocket Door Frame

Step 4

Measure and cut 2-inch-by-2-inch lumber in lengths that will fit inside the marked portions of your awning fabric. Lay out the pieces of wood and connect the front piece to the sides with wood screws. Apply wood glue where the corner pieces are joined, and slide the wooden frame inside the fabric pocket.

Step 5

Sew the open side of fabric together so the pocket is now closed. Use wood screws to attach a length of 2-inch-by-4-inch wood to the front of the house, approximately 6 inches over the door. Attach the awning to this board with wood screws.

Aluminum Barn Door Hardware
Bypass Barn Door Hardware Kit

Step 6

Use decorative dowels or aluminum rods to brace the outside end of the Door Canopy. Attach a dowel to the inside corner of the frame with a wood screw. Attach the other end to the front of the house using either screws or waterproof glue. Repeat to make the support on the other side.

 

Maintenance Tips for Door Canopy
 

Check the roof of your canopy

As well as the guttering, keep an eye on the roof of your canopy so that debris including twigs and leaves don't build up. With school canopies, toys or balls can sometimes end up on the roof, too!

Clean our grates and drains under drainpipes

This is best done ahead of or during the wetter times of year-i.e. winter and autumn. Brush away leaves, mud, twigs and any other debris. This will help to prevent excess water on the playground which can be dangerous for children.

Clear the roof in snowy conditions

The UK gets on average 23.7 days of snowfall or sleet annually. Clearly much will depend on where you, your school or other organisation is based in the country. But if you do have some of the white stuff, clear it from the roof of your canopy. These structures will withstand the weight of the snow, but you won't want it falling on anyone walking underneath.

Keeping roofs clear of leaves

Obviously, this will be more of an issue during the autumn term. Leaves and other debris building up on a canopy roof make it dirty, encourage moss and mould growth and can obscure light levels underneath. Not only that, but a build-up can prevent run-off of water, ice or even snow. Sticks, seeds and other plant-based debris will also need to be removed, as does any moss which has started to grow.

Cleaning your canopy

Do this a couple of times a year, taking care first to remove things like play equipment or furniture. This job is best done when staff and pupils are not around, but otherwise section off the area.Use a solution of warm water plus a mild cleaning detergent. (A regular household product like washing-up liquid is absolutely fine-you don't need specialist products.) With a long handled brush, clean the canopy roof-or consider a pressure washer for heavy leaf mould or staining. Finish off by hosing down before leaving to air-dry.

 

 
Certificate

 

productcate-1-1

 

 
Our Factory

 

Hangzhou Spark Hardware was established in 2008, located in Hangzhou city of eastern China, closely near Shanghai. We specialize in designing, manufacturing, and exporting of high-quality sliding door hardware, door lever handle and shower accessories for over 15 years. Our company is a top 5 biggest producer of sliding barn door hardware in China. The sales figure last year reached more than $15 million.Today we are enjoying the position of a credible and successful supplier and business partner. We have the best R&D department in the sector of sliding door hardware and the number of our loyal customers is rising constantly.We are always committed to providing customers with the best quality products and services, and customer satisfaction is our ultimate goal.

productcate-1-1
productcate-1-1
productcate-1-1
productcate-1-1

 

 
FAQ

 

Q: Is a door canopy a good idea?

A: A front door canopy provides cover and protection, usually by sitting directly above your door and giving an overhang which projects from the front of a building. This overhang, depending on its size, can offer beneficial shelter against rain, sun and wind. A bit like an umbrella for your door.Without treatment, the canopy will last about 2 to 3 years. Canopies made with low grade fabrics will last about 6 months to a year. Exposure to UV rays, rain, wind, and snow make the fabric brittle.

Q: What is a door canopy called?

A: An over-door canopy (also known as a “porch canopy”) is a cover on the side of a building. This is designed to offer protection from the weather when leaving and entering a property.Do you need planning permission for a front door canopy? Typically, no. Usually, a front door canopy is attached to the exterior of a building and is classified as an architectural feature. Its dimensions must fall within the permitted development allowance every home has.

Q: What is a canopy door?

A: It is a garage door that has a spring mechanism at the top lifting the door panel at the side and forming a canopy when open as a third of the door sticks out. A canopy door is most commonly used as a basic single width one piece up and over door.Width – To ensure that you select the most appropriate canopy size, please measure the width of the doorway from wall to wall. We recommend a minimum canopy overhang of 3”/75mm at both ends. Height – The standard canopy height is 19”, but we can make shorter heights of 12.5” or 7.5” to order.
4.What is the difference between a door canopy and an awning?
Awnings are typically attached to a home's exterior wall to provide shade over a window, door, or patio. Canopies are fabric coverings that provide shelter for a freestanding structure, such as a pergola.Porches most commonly sit above the front or side doors. Also known as a front door canopy, they offer protection from the weather, including providing shade against the sun on hot days when entering or leaving any property.

Q: What are door canopies made of?

A: Also known as front door or overdoor canopies, these are high-quality, attractive, and affordable. Many are constructed using virtually unbreakable high-impact polycarbonate,aluminium frames and galvanised steel brackets to provide maximum durability.In addition to increasing the aesthetic value of your home and protecting you from the rain, a door awning can also reduce the amount of sunlight and heat that enter your house.

Q: Are there different types of canopies?

A: Types include cabana, custom, entrance, fabric, metal, patio, retractable, shade, walkway, and weather-protection canopies. Cabana canopies and gazebos are often used at swimming pools, beaches, and resorts.The word “canopy” comes from the Ancient Greek meaning “cover to keep insects off.” Unlike a portico or porte-cochere, a canopy can stand alone, apart from a building. A canopy can be used as a gazebo, a cabana, or simply a tent.

Q: What is a canopy on a house?

A: A canopy is an overhead roof or else a structure over which a fabric or metal covering is attached, able to provide shade or shelter from weather conditions such as sun, hail, snow and rain. A canopy can also be a tent, generally without a floor.

Q: Why are canopies used?

A: Also known as the projecting hood, a canopy is a great way to cover or give a shade over statues and altars, buildings, and statues as well. Canopies have also been used as coverings over fireplaces and windows or doors. The main purpose of the canopy is to give shade.

Q: Do you need overhang over door?

A: An overhang as shown is required for wood doors, and recommended for steel and fiberglass doors. Overhangs protect the door's finish, minimize the need for refinishing and help keep the weather out of the home. An example formula for determining the correct overhang (in many climates) is: D (Depth) = 1/2H (Height).

Q: What makes a good canopy?

A: Saskia Boogman, the Director of Social and Content for Kampgrounds of America, says frame material, frame design, fabric quality, wind resistance, and ease of use contribute to a canopy's sturdiness. Boogman recommends choosing canopies that have a frame created with durable materials, like steel or aluminum.

Q: Do canopies protect from rain?

A: Water resistant canopies can withstand a bit of moisture -- morning dew isn't going to cause damage to these in the short term, but extended or heavier rain definitely will. Then there are canopies made of non-waterproof fabrics that have been coated with waterproof materials.

Q: Can canopies get wet?

A: Four Secrets You Will Want To Know About Waterproof Canopy
In the event of heavy rain, moisture can collect on the tent roof and eventually cause it to seep directly into your tent space. So Water-resistant fabrics are more suitable for sunny days or light rain. Waterproof represents the highest grade, which can keep the inside of the canopy completely dry.

Q: Can you paint a door canopy?

A: Use any paint you like so long as it says that it can be used externally on wood. If you want to remove paint completely, use something like Nitromors paint remover as per instructions on container.Mark where the pre-existing holes are in the brackets onto the wall using a pencil. 2) Drill into the newly marked holes on the wall at approx. 200mm intervals. 3) Using sleeve anchors, attach the canopy to the wall by hammering them into the wall and using a ratchet to tighten them in place.

Q: How high should a canopy be?

A: If your canopy is meant to accommodate pedestrians only, go by our rule of thumb: the height of the canopy should never be any taller than the width of the canopy. For example, if your canopy is 9′-0″ wide, you don't want to construct it any taller than 9′-0″.

Q: Do I need planning permission for a canopy over front door?

A: Because carports and canopies come under the same regulations as other outbuildings they are 'Permitted Developments', so you won't need to gain planning permission from your local authority. So first up, when will you NOT require planning permission (that's the important part, right?)

Q: What is the difference between overhang and canopy?

A: Overhang: An overhang refers to a protruding portion of a roof or wall that extends beyond the edge of a building. It provides shade, protection from weather elements, or architectural detail to the building. 2. Canopy: A canopy is a freestanding or attached structure with a roof, supported by posts or a framework.

Q: Are canopies removable?

A: A Removeable or Lift Off Canopy is usually designed for easy removal. They will have a reinforced floor, which means that you can leave all of your equipment inside the canopy, and typically a lifting system built in, which will accommodate purpose built lifting legs.

Q: How are canopies attached?

A: Canopies are fitted to the back of dual-cab utes. They use a purpose-built bracket system that seamlessly attaches the sides of the canopy to the vehicle's body lines, significantly reducing the risk of dust and debris entering the storage area.

Q: Does a door canopy need flashing?

A: Where a site-formed canopy is constructed to provide weather protection to an external door a lead flashing (or a suitable alternative) should be provided at the junction of the canopy roof and the external wall. This will help to prevent premature failure of the materials.

Q: Why buy an awning?

A: A retractable garden awning is ideal for having greater control over the elements, whether it's sunny or rainy. Perhaps you want an area where you can comfortably entertain family and friends, or maybe you want to enjoy your garden whatever the weather-an awning provides shade and protection throughout the year.

Find professional door canopy manufacturers and suppliers in China here. We're offering high quality customized products with competitive price, please rest assured to wholesale bulk door canopy for sale here from our factory.

door entry awnings, timber entrance canopy, overdoor porch

(0/10)

clearall