How To Repair Vinyl Rv Awning

Repeat the process from the top side of the awning.

How to repair vinyl rv awning.

Special discount for rvgeeks viewers. Next unroll the awning and slide the arms into place before adjusting the tension using the knobs on either side of the awning. Then i wiped the areas where the tape would go with 70 isopropyl alcohol to remove any remaining dirt and oils. 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.

Use awning repair tape as an alternative to using the silicone caulk. The cleaner the surface the better the repair tape will stick. Carefully put the clear repair tape on the tear making sure to press out any air bubbles that form. With the help of a cleaner wipe all the dirt mold and mildew away.

That came with your awning and making sure not to strip the screws. 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. Vinyl rv awning fabric is mildew resistant but not necessarily mildew proof. Rinse away all soap and allow the area to dry.

Pulling will increase the tear or a hole. First i washed the awning with soap and water. I applied a strip to the underside and top of the awning along the threaded bead seam. Awning repair tape comes in two styles one for canvas fabric and one for vinyl fabric.

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. Make sure to wipe the backside too. Let the silicone caulk dry. As you are cleaning go slowly because you don t want to damage the awning more.

Rolling up an awning with uncured vinyl cement in place is a surefire way to ruin your whole day next time you need to deploy it. Attach the awning railing to the roof of your rv using the screws bolts washers etc.