Metal Carports

Inexpensive Car Shade

Metal carports are a popular and affordable way to shade your home and protect your vehicles. They also work great as patio covers or protection for pets and horses. Construction of awnings using metal is much the same as for the aluminum type.

The framework needs to be securely attached and anchored. Then the panels are screwed in place. The biggest advantage in this type of carport cover over aluminum or wood is the price. They may not be quite as fancy but they will offer the same amount of shade and keep off the same amount of rain.

This all steel shelter provides outdoor protection for two vehicles or a variety of equipment.  The galvanized steel framing system features patented slip fit connections and is engineered to stand 40 PSF snow and 90 MPH wind loads.  The ground anchors and instructions are included for convenient installation on any level surface.

This VersaTube steel carport is for one vehicle.  It measures 12' x 20' x 10' high.  It is also available from Northern Tool, a great online supplier of carports and heavy duty canopies.

This is the least expensive VersaTube car shelter.  It sells for around a thousand dollars and is the perfect solution to protect your vehicle from the sun and the snow.

You may also find this page about metal awnings helpful.  Another source for metal carports is ebay, see what they have today.