Non-insulated Alumawood DIY Patio Kits are one of the most popular ways to add shade, style, and value to your home.
Built from durable wood-grain aluminum, they provide dependable protection from the elements and a clean finished look without the higher cost of an insulated roof.
Why Choose a Non-Insulated Alumawood Patio Cover?
Non-insulated Alumawood patio covers are popular because they offer a clean finished look, durable aluminum construction, and practical shade at a more affordable price.
They are available in a wide range of sizes, colors, and upgrade options, making them a great choice for homeowners who want an attractive, low maintenance patio cover without the added cost of an insulated roof system.
For many homeowners, a non-insulated patio cover provides the right balance of appearance, function, and value.
Transform your patio into an extension of your living room.
To increase living space, Austin W. built this DIY patio to cover his outdoor bar and seating area to watch TV and visit with friends. He included two ceiling fans to keep the place cool in the summer and outdoor heaters to warm it in the winter.
Make a new hangout spot anywhere in your yard.
Mike H. created a comfortable seating area around his fire pit for cool evenings. The freestanding cover makes it possible to put a cover anywhere you want and maximize the space you have.
Spend more time relaxing by your pool all year.
After the new pool was installed, Russ D. realized he needed somewhere to escape the sun in the hotter months. His family can also enjoy the patio during the rainy season.
Get ideas of what an aluminum patio cover can do for your outdoor space.
See our DIY customer's projects page to get ideas.
What comes with the Kit?
The kit comes with roof panels, gutter, front fascia, side fascia, panel hanger, flashing, downspouts, posts, post side plates, support header beams, brackets, caulking, and hardware. The homeowner will need basic tools for assembly.
Non-Insulated Roof Panels
The non-insulated roof panels, also known as flat pans, are very popular because they look nice, are affordable, and have proven to be very durable.
Each panel is six inches wide and connected with a water-tight, industry-standard interlocking design that is strong and easy to install.
Non-insulated panels offer value as they can span further and come with a much lower price tag than insulated panels, making them an excellent choice for most applications.
The picture above shows the tongue and groove ceiling of the non-insulated roof panels.
Does the patio come with a gutter?
Yes, the patio kit comes standard with a gutter. The roof panels terminate into the gutter, and the water runs down the downspouts secured to your posts.
Upgrading to the Easy Clean Gutter
If you have large trees in your backyard that drop large amounts of leaves or needles, we recommend upgrading to the Easy Clean Gutter. Its open trough design allows you to scoop out the large debris.
How do Alumawood covers attach?
The covers can either attach to your homes wall, fascia or rooftop.
If that's not an option you can go freestanding.
Wall
Fascia
Rooftop
Freestanding
Make it your patio cover.
Alumawood can be customized to complement your home.
Choose the color, end cap cut, and options such as lights, ceiling fan or base-caps.
Colors
Available in White, Black, Desert Sand, Mojave Tan, Latte, Adobe, Spanish Brown, and Graphite.
Select a solid color for the entire cover or a two-tone color, with the ceiling being a different color for contrast.
Janelle K. chose the desert sand for her roof panels, and Spanish brown for the posts, header beams, and trim.
For a fresh and clean look, Walter A. chose white.
End Caps
Four types of end cap cuts, Corbel, Mitered, Scalloped, and Beveled.
Smooth Front Fascia
If you want straight, clean lines, you can choose not to have false tails.
You can choose a Beveled, Corbel, Scalloped, or Mitered end cap for the header beam; however, the Beveled is the most popular with the smooth front fascia.
Accessories to upgrade your cover.
Add recessed lighting.
1.) We offer individual recessed lights that you can wire and connect to your home.
2.) Or upgrade to the AlumaGlow Lights. You get a complete recessed lighting kit with ceiling downlights, wiring, a remote, and voice control.
Add ceiling fan beams.
The fan beam creates a mounting location for your ceiling fans. The beam is installed on top of the roof panel, out of sight, and a roof cap is included to create a "dry panel" to run your wiring. Purchase your outdoor ceiling fan locally.
Add base caps.
The base caps trim out the bottom of the posts. The caps can also be used as crown caps on doubleheader beams.
Patio Cover Benefits
Prevent sun damage to home and patio furniture.
Reduces cooling costs.
Add value to your home.
Spend quality time with family outside.
BBQ Year-Round.
DIY Customer Photos
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I walk on top of the non-insulated patio covers?
The manufacturer does not recommend walking on top of the Non-Insulated aluminum roof. If you need to gain access to the roof of your patio cover, you need the insulated roof as it can be walked on.
Can you install Collaroo shades on the Alumawood patio cover?
Yes, the shades can be attached to the header beam or side fascia. You can purchase Alumahangers that make the installation easy.
How heavy is Alumawood?
The aluminum is strong, but light which means transporting and assembling the cover can typically be done by one to two people.
Testimonials
Here's What People Are Saying
Thank you Try-Tech for the great customer service, my husband and I installed the cover and couldn't be happier with the quality. It's truly added to our backyard.
Rachel T. from Temecula, CA
I replaced an old wood pergola that had dry rot, the new Alumawood pergola looks so much better than I thought and I don't have to replace it again. Great product!
Mike W. from Sacramento, CA
My husband and I were surprised that we actually installed this cover ourselves, it was so much easier than we thought and it looks fantastic.
Kathy H. from Phoenix, AZ