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A wooden shelter to keep your windows safe

The construction of a wooden shelter represents a significant investment to improve the functionality and durability of doors and windows. It is easy to assemble, it can be installed on the wall with the practical kit including all the brackets and necessary screws and immediately improves the aesthetics of your home.
The protective function of the windows, however, is not the only one: in summer, in fact, the shelter provides an excellent shelter from the sun; in winter it is an excellent shield from rain, snow and hailstorms.

A wooden shelter, many advantages

Wooden shelters offer numerous advantages thanks to their natural aesthetics and the versatility of the material. First of all, they integrate harmoniously with various architectural styles, giving a touch of warmth and tradition. The resistance and durability of the wood, if properly treated, allow the shelters to withstand different climatic conditions, protecting from atmospheric agents. Additionally, wood is a sustainable and renewable material, making it an eco-friendly choice over other materials. The workability of the wood also allows for detailed customization, easily adapting to specific design and aesthetic needs. Finally, wooden shelters can contribute to thermal insulation, creating shaded and cool spaces during the summer.
Furthermore, Home Idea Italia wooden shelters are also easy to install, as they do not require specialized labor, but only a little manual skill with a screwdriver.

How to choose the perfect wooden shelter for your home?

First you need to measure the volume that you can occupy starting from the installation wall outwards. Once you have this data, you can choose between 4 projection sizes: 60 cm, 90 cm, 120 cm or 150 cm. Remember, if you need a depth of less than 60 cm, the most suitable solution is the wooden window cover with a 40 cm projection.
After having identified the depth among those available, we move on to the width, which also has 4 sizes: 150 cm, 200 cm, 250 cm, 300 cm. Do you need something even broader? You can do this by agreeing with Customer Service on 0832364481 to purchase 2 shelters already prepared for coupling during assembly.
If even the coupling solution between 2 shelters proves insufficient, the best alternative is to opt for a wooden canopy, which offers a width of up to 6 meters and a depth of up to 4 metres.

What materials make up prefabricated wooden shelters?

The assembly kit involves the use exclusively of PEFC certified Austrian fir wood, i.e. coming from responsible and active forestry management.
There are 2 load-bearing supports already mounted in BiLam laminated wood with a thickness of 3.6 x 11.5 cm and 2 crosspieces in solid fir wood measuring 3.2 x 6.5 cm (NB. In the models with a projection of 150 cm the crosspieces are 3), 20 mm beads to be coupled with a male/female system.
The hardware box includes a kit including the mounting card, galvanized wall brackets, galvanized U-brackets for 7x7 cm pole (or 9x9 cm optional with supplement), nylon plugs for fixing, screws and nails for the beads.

What are the optional accessories for self-supporting wooden shelters?

A self-supporting wooden shelter already has everything necessary for correct installation, however, during the purchase phase it is possible to include some options to obtain a more pleasant and resistant final result, here are some examples:

1. waterproofing of the beads in red or green bituminous slate sheath or red or green Canadian tile, to avoid water infiltration from the joints of the wooden beads. If you do not choose any coverage, you will have to arrange for one yourself;

2. increase in the pole from 7x7 cm to 9x9 cm, advisable on rather large models or in areas with unstable climate;

3. sheet metal work consisting of flashings and corners, i.e. the copper-coloured aluminum finish that frames the 4 sides of the wooden shelter making it aesthetically more complete.

4. water-based waxed impregnator in various colors to treat the timber before assembly and subsequent routine maintenance;

5. additional 3.2 x 6.5 cm wooden beam of the same width as the shelter to increase its sturdiness (useful for example when installing roofs that are heavier than bituminous sheaths).

Construction of a non-standard or custom-made wooden shelter

Prefabricated wooden shelters are undoubtedly the most convenient solution for all customers who love do-it-yourself: most of the standard sizes in the catalog allow them to be positioned on terraces and balconies, to protect the frames, or at the entrance of warehouses and entrances.
Furthermore, the website www.homeideashop.it, starting from a larger size, also offers you the possibility of reducing the width: this means that if you need a shelter of 180 x 60 cm for example and you cannot find it in the catalogue, you can purchase the larger one measuring 200 x 60 cm and ask for it to be cut to obtain the desired size.
If no size satisfies you, or you want to create some non-standard items specifically for your needs (e.g. corner shelters, custom-made models...) you can also opt exclusively for the wall supports and everything needed to create it completely independently.

Maintenance of prefabricated wooden shelters

Those who choose an outdoor wooden shelter instead of a sheet metal or polycarbonate version favor the beauty of wood as a material, its durability over time and its eco-sustainability.
In this regard, in fact, it is good to remember that a shelter made of plastic materials, once the atmospheric agents have worn it out, becomes an object to be disposed of. The wood, if damaged, only requires a light sanding and a new coat of waxed water-based primer to be restored.
To guarantee an almost infinite lifespan for your structure it is advisable to follow some simple rules:
preventive maintenance: regularly inspect the structure to identify any signs of wear, for example cracks or damage caused by ants and insects;
cleaning: remove snow and avoid using high pressure washers which could damage the wood;
ordinary protective treatments: use water-based wax impregnator against UV rays and humidity every couple of years;
extraordinary protective treatments: sand or sand any parts with obvious signs of deterioration, fill holes or cracks with two-component wood filler and then repaint.
Regular and careful maintenance of wooden shelters not only prolongs their lifespan, but also maintains the aesthetic appearance and functionality of the structure, ensuring that your outdoor space remains welcoming and protected over time.

Do you still have any doubts? Call 0832364481 and ask our experts how to make your home more beautiful with a wooden shelter!