I bought a light awning set to put on the side of my garage, and it came with the following anchor bolts:
My garage has a wooden panel attached to wooden studs inside the wall and I am trying to figure out the best way to attach to the outside. Here are three potential options:
Because of the stud width (16in) and the awning bolt widths (18in), only one set of the three bolt holes will line up on a stud. I like the middle option for that reason, but notice that both holes won't fit. I am happy to build a wooden spacer).
Question 1: Which option for mounting makes the most sense?
Question 2: What bolts should I use if I have to replace the concrete anchor bolts?
Best Answer
The middle photo will be best with a spacer underneath. Since the top screw is doing the lions share of supporting the awning then the spacer is really just keeping the bracket solid and not holding as much weight but use a screw that will get through the shingles and into the sheathing.
Pre drill pilot holes and insert an outdoor rated caulking into each hole to keep water out.
Use ledger bolts meant for deck ledger board in place of the anchors.
Make sure the white trim board is fastened into structure/studs.