1. Determine width of area to be covered. The canopies come in sections 5'4" or 4'2" wide. To cover wider areas, the canopies are ordered in multiple sections which interlock on tracks as shown at right. Each of the tracks are therefore spaced 5'4" on center, or 4'2" on center.

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2. Determine projection of the canopies. Any projection from the house can be ordered, up to 16 feet (longer projections up to 21' also available.) When measuring, measure the full distance between the anchoring points at each end of the track. The factory will make the necessary adjustments to your measurements to allow for the brackets at each end. The factory will also include a track Extender for one end of each track to help you compensate for any minor measuring errors. Measure the horizontal distance (projection) from the anchoring point, as indicated below:

If mounting one end of tracks to side of house, measure from side of house to point where the tracks will end. The tracks can also be mounted to the underside of overhang, from which length of track measurement should be made.

3. Select a fabric for the canopy. See fabrics page.

4. Select a ShadeTree model. Decide whether you prefer The Forester, The Suburban, The Greenbriar or The ShadeRetreat.