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Overhang window roof shade.
Base case with overhang extending 100 of window height.
Base case with overhang extending 30 of window height and fin extending 30 of window height.
Using sketchup i just fiddled around with the overhang width window size and vertical placement until i got the desired shading effect.
Putting all of these factors into consideration when designing a roof overhang can be quite confusing.
Do not undervalue their importance.
Base case with overhang extending 30 of window height.
And also to protect exterior walls doors and windows from rainwater while keeping the foundation dry.
Overhangs are a key part of any home s design.
No i just made the overhangs wide enough to provide the extra shade.
The following snips show shading at noon on april 16 june 21 september 1 december 1 and february 1.
The size of the window width and height and the window s relationship to the roof the space above the window influences the direct and indirect gain of solar heat.
For example if the roof s overhang does not shade the window during the hottest hours of the day direct and reflected sun light will heat the interior.
3 mm clear single glazed with exterior shade or 6 mm reflective double glazed.
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Protect your home with overhangs and shades.
They are critical to shade windows from undesired solar heat.
Roof overhangs for summer shade and moisture protection.