Awning Height Calculator

Formula

To calculate the Awning Height (AH):

\[ AH = MH - (P \times PR) \]

Where:

\( AH \) is the awning height (feet)
\( MH \) is the mounting height (feet)
\( P \) is the pitch (inches per foot)
\( PR \) is the projection (feet)

What is Awning Height?

Awning height is the vertical distance from the ground to the lowest point of an awning. It is an important measurement for ensuring that the awning provides adequate clearance for doors, windows, and passersby. The height is influenced by the pitch of the awning and the height at which it is mounted on a wall or other structure.

Example Calculation

Let's assume the following values:

Mounting Height \( MH \) = 10 feet
Pitch \( P \) = 3 inches per foot
Projection \( PR \) = 6 feet

Step 1: Convert the pitch to feet:

\[ P = \frac{3}{12} = 0.25 \text{ feet per foot} \]

Step 2: Calculate the product of pitch and projection:

\[ P \times PR = 0.25 \times 6 = 1.5 \text{ feet} \]

Step 3: Subtract the result from the mounting height:

\[ AH = MH - (P \times PR) = 10 - 1.5 = 8.5 \text{ feet} \]

The Awning Height is 8.5 feet.