How To Repair Vinyl Rv Awning

Use awning repair tape as an alternative to using the silicone caulk.

How to repair vinyl rv awning. Pulling will increase the tear or a hole. Place the awning against a flat surface and piece the two edges of the torn piece together you may have to remove the awning from your rv. Awning repair tape comes in two styles one for canvas fabric and one for vinyl fabric. I applied a strip to the underside and top of the awning along the threaded bead seam.

If you thought replacing your rv s main patio awning was out of your league as a do it yourselfer watch this first and you just might change your mind. Mildew which forms on the dirt and dust that collects on a vinyl fabric can be particularly troublesome in warm humid climates or if the fabric is stored when it is wet. Let the silicone caulk dry. That came with your awning and making sure not to strip the screws.

Vinyl rv awning fabric is mildew resistant but not necessarily mildew proof. Make sure to wipe the backside too. Repeat the process from the top side of the awning. Using the silicone caulk cover the holes again from the top side of the awning.

As you are cleaning go slowly because you don t want to damage the awning more. Then i wiped the areas where the tape would go with 70 isopropyl alcohol to remove any remaining dirt and oils. Attach the awning railing to the roof of your rv using the screws bolts washers etc. Special discount for rvgeeks viewers.

First i washed the awning with soap and water. Rinse away all soap and allow the area to dry. If you cannot do this have another person place their hand under the area you are repairing for support. The cleaner the surface the better the repair tape will stick.

Next unroll the awning and slide the arms into place before adjusting the tension using the knobs on either side of the awning. Using a soft cloth a cotton sock works great and a bit of soapy water clean an area an inch or so around the tear.