A roof overhanging an exterior door provides a high degree of protection from the elements both for the door and anyone using it.
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I was a little confused because my short line was 6 5 8 inches and my long line was 12 inches which means that in a 12 inch span the height of the roof rises 5 3 8 inches.
We are going to attempt to use the same width door to keep it simple but my mom loves the double side light doors so widening the door way may be necessary.
Attach the plywood board to the exterior side of the front door where you need the roof.
I love simple and pretty front doors.
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If you re ready for a big exterior change a porch remodel can give your front entry a completely new look.
For a smaller scale addition consider adding a roof or awning over the front door.
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According to the dictionary a gable roof is a roof with two sloping sides and a gable at each end.
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Then it was just a matter of measuring the length of both vertical lines and figuring the difference.
Before we build one let s discuss what a gable roof actually is.
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I do not think you can get them premade as they have to be built in as part of the structure of the wall or roof over the door frame.
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Check the level of the board to ensure it is flat as otherwise it can allow the roof to tilt on one of the sides.
This helps keep rain or sun off visitors while they ring the bell and off you while you fish for your keys.
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Which makes finding your keys when coming home from work in the rain or during a snowstorm less unpleasant experience.
While the overhang will not protect anyone from side winds it helps to keep the rain and snow off anyone standing at the door.
In a couple months when the weather warms up we are replacing our front door and adding a wider roof over the door.
The board should be placed foot to 1 foot above the trim of the door.
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And finally i measured over 12 inches and drew another vertical line using the level 3.