TruStyle UK - Windows And Doors Blog

Here is part two of our DIY tips guide - Parts 1 - 4 are lower down the page.

Adding Seals
5) This depends on the Porch you’ve purchased. Some will come with strips of plastic or plastic coated sealant to make the joints between the panels neat and waterproof. These are inserted into the panel grooves. These may require pinning.

The Roof
6) Porch roofs are designed to slope away from neighbouring walls so that rain water doesnt collect. The home improvement pack that you purchase will provide the exact angles required to perfect the roof - use a spirit level to get the angles right.

Installing the roof
7) You should find that the roof, the fascia boards and the internal supporting cross members of the roof are secured to the panels, often by pre drilled holes. Your new roof can be finished off with transparent PVC roofing or roofing felt depending on your kit.

Our next post will show you what tools are required to attempt to build your own Porch. Remember, these are just general DIY guides and are not representative of a Trustyle Professionally Built Porch. If you decide to request our brochure you’ll see that our Porches come with solid builder foundations, Fully Sculptured UPVC Panels, Pilkington Glass, the latest technology roofing system, high security designer front door and a 10 year insurance backed warranty across the Midlands and Milton Keynes.