Bracket Hardware Guide

• Z Brackets
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  These Z-shaped brackets are designed to easily mount an awning frame flush to a wall or building. Simply mount your Z bracket to the surface, drop your awning frame onto the shelf of the Z bracket, then secure your awning frame through the variety of holes in the Z bracket.

  
  

  At Trivantage, we're proud to offer many sizes for you to choose from. Also, the unique single gussets engineered into the Z brackets provide additional strength.

• L Brackets
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  Simple in design, these L-shaped brackets are used when a Z bracket is not needed. They're commonly used to mount awning tubing to a wall. L brackets can also be used on 3/4" square tubing. See answers to common questions at the bottom of this guide for more on L brackets.

• Joining Brackets
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  A joining bracket is used to join two square tubing sections (both placed and secured in the center of the bracket), commonly in the construction of awning frames.

• Hinge Brackets
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  Hinge brackets (or camelback hinges) are most often used in drop-arm awnings. They're used to fasten projection arms of awning frames to a building.

  Trivantage carries a number of awning hinge brackets, often used for window awnings and traditional awning frames using industry-standard awning hardware. Use in conjunction with Slip-Fit or threaded eye ends.

• Head Rod Clamps
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  Head rod clamps are used in conjunction with a fiberglass or iron head rod. Head rod clamps are used to mount traditional roll-up vertical curtains, drop-down window awnings, and a variety of shade panels.

• Mounting Brackets
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  A mounting bracket is a general term to describe brackets used for different kinds of mounting requirements needed when installing a shade sail. There are several kinds, including internal corner brackets, external corner brackets, diamond pad eyes, and wall plates.

  
  

  Internal corner brackets are installed to an inner corner foundation before attaching the fabric. External corner brackets are installed to the outer corner foundation. Diamond pad eyes and wall plates mount to a flat surface of the support structure.

• Solair Retractable Awnings
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  Our Solair retractable awning line comes with a variety of mounting options. Solair brackets include beam brackets, wall brackets, ceiling mount brackets, end brackets, roof mounting brackets, roller tube support brackets, L brackets, hood brackets, bracket adapters, and universal mounting brackets (can be mounted horizontally or vertically). All are used in conjunction with Solair shade systems, including Solair Pro, Comfort, vertical curtains, and Maxi Large Window Awnings.

  
  

  Some installation tips:

  • Mount your Solair Pro with a standard F wall bracket (#231650)
  • Mount your Solair Comfort with an H wall bracket (#231597)
  • Mount your Solair Pro to the side of a beam with a beam bracket (#231697); use in conjunction with a standard standard F wall bracket (#231650)
  • Mount your Solair Comfort to the side of a beam with a beam bracket (#275336); use in conjunction with a soffit or ceiling bracket (#231675)
  • To mount your Solair Pro to a soffit, use a soffit bracket adapter (#231621); use in conjunction with a Solair Pro wall bracket (#231650)
  • To mount your Solair Comfort to a soffit, use a soffit or ceiling bracket (#231675)
  • Use the Solair Vertical Cable Curtain End Bracket with Cover (#231639) to mount all of our Solair Pro vertical curtain frames
  • Use the Solair Pro Universal Roof Mount Bracket (#231622) with any Solair wall bracket to mount your awning to a roof
  • We have two options for Solair roof brackets, a 10" (#231696) and a 12" (#231622) – these are very durable and reliable for safe use on a roof

  We feature lots of flexibility and mounting options for your specific needs.

• Somfy Motorized Blinds
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  We also offer mounting brackets from Somfy. Somfy brackets include universal brackets, motor mounting brackets, adjustable brackets, and idler brackets (used opposite the motor bracket to enable free spinning of the motorized shade).

• RollEase Roller Shades
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  RollEase, a popular brand of roller shades, is a go-to for commercial settings like coffee shops and eateries. RollEase brackets include roller shade mounting brackets and fascia brackets. When you want to conceal your brackets, clutch, and roller tube, use the fascia bracket to mount and the corresponding RollEase fascia to snap over. We carry all the RollEase hardware you need to make your interior roller shades.

• Wall Mount Brackets
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  These brackets are used to mount something to an interior or exterior wall, like a track system, awning, or shelf. They're used in conjunction with galvanized steel track.

• End Mount Brackets
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  End mount brackets refer to brackets used in the ends of track systems running along a wall, curtain ends, for the ends of shade headrails, or for the end of shelves.

• Vertical Mount Brackets
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  Typically used with track systems, vertical mount brackets are designed to be attached to a beam or suspended with a chain and an S hook.

Materials Brackets Come In

• Stainless steel – corrosion resistant and strong
• Zinc-plated steel – strong steel with a protective zinc barrier that extends the life of the bracket
• Galvanized steel – lower in cost but with a protective coating
• Powder-coated steel – durable coating that's cleaner and more eco-friendly than other alternatives
• Nickel-plated steel – wear resistant with a bright, attractive look
• Aluminum – lightweight and reliable

• What does an L bracket do and how do you use it?

  L brackets are typically used to mount awning tubing or shelving to a wall. Use lag screws to attach one side to the tubing and the other side to the wall. It can be used with 3/4" tubing as well as in applications where the strength of a Z bracket is not necessary.

• Can you use L brackets upside down?

  Z brackets can be used upside down but it's usually not recommended with L brackets (less support is provided in an L bracket since it has fewer screw holes and no vertical piece).

• How many Z brackets do I need?

  There's no standard to how many Z brackets are needed to safely hold an awning to the wall. It's up to you or an engineer to decide what is best for any given project. Typically, our customers use Z brackets every 2-4 feet.

• How do I install a Z bracket into wall?

  First, determine the material you'll be screwing (lagging) into. Then pick the proper fastener, screw the plate or tail into the wall, rest the awning onto the shelf of the Z bracket, and use Teks® screws to secure to the awning frame.