- Sometimes it is inevitable that an awning will be taken down when it is wet. Make sure that the awning is dried out as quickly as possible, otherwise mildew will set it. These unsightly marks are extremely hard to remove and your awning will, frankly, stink!
- If your awning is cotton you have to be very careful that it is not packed away wet for longer than a day or so, this applies to a lesser degree with acrylic and polyester. A number of times we have had customers tell us that they have spoken to dealers who said that acrylic awnings can be packed away wet - this is a fallacy, do not do it! An acrylic or polyester awning can be safely packed away wet for about 48 hours, any longer than this and mildew will start to set in. Also, the stitching on awnings tends to be made out of cotton, this will rot and your awning will fall to pieces!
- During the summer months it is quite safe to store your awning in your caravan. Make sure that you do not store the canvas with the poles touching as this could mark the fabric. An awning manufacturer would recognise rust marks immediately and they are not covered in the warranty.
- During the winter months it is possible that condensation can form in caravans so we recommend that you bring the awning indoors. Store in a dry, well aired part of the house, such as the roof space or attic.
- Do not pack the poles away wet for obvious reasons.
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