Awning tear repair July 07, 2022, 12:48:36 pm My awning was torn during some gusty winds, it appears to be separating & a 3" tear near the outer most part of the awning started. Looking for recommendations for best repair kits/materials. Not sure of the fabric the awning is made of? If photos are helpful - I'll snap a few to post. thanks in advance!
Re: Awning tear repair Reply #1 – July 07, 2022, 12:57:33 pm Your 20-year-old awning fabric is getting old and may be weakening from age and exposure. The awning's leading edge is under a lot of stress when the wind blows, tearing at this point is common. Wish I had a repair method, our 2003 LD's awning fabric has a small tear on the edge too.Replacement is the common repair, it's an involved job to replace.Larry
Re: Awning tear repair Reply #2 – July 07, 2022, 01:04:42 pm Thanks - that's what I was afraid of. Was hoping for a temporary fix with glue/tape to make sure it doesn't undergo further damage
Re: Awning tear repair Reply #3 – July 07, 2022, 01:05:14 pm At the least I’d try the following as a somewhat temporary fix. First I’d clean both sides of the tear and use nylon thread to stitch the tear. Then I’d cost both sides with a thin coat of epoxy. Finally I’d cover the epoxy with Eternabond tape. At the least I’d tell myself it’s a better solution than leaving the awning with a tear. My .02 anyway. 1 Likes
Re: Awning tear repair Reply #4 – July 07, 2022, 01:22:48 pm Hi Christine; Like Larry said age related weakening of the fabric. I have a roll of duct tape that would work well here. It is actually for HVAC duct work. It's a thin shiny silver Mylar material. A strip the entire length, on top of the awning would be not vey visible and protect the material from sun damage. It is meant for high temperatures. Silver Film Mylar Duct Tape 181 2 in. x 120 yd. - Indoor Comfort Supply It meets the standard for 181A. Regular duck tape would fall apart, don't use that. The black printing on this silver tape may be removable. I'd try acetone. The fabric is either acrylic or vinyl. Fiamma and other places offer replacements. I would just try the tape for now. RonB edit: I may try a strip of that to protect from sun damage and as a reinforcement on my 23 year old awning. I've got plenty of tape. ps: clean it well first where the tape goes. 1 Likes
Re: Awning tear repair Reply #5 – July 08, 2022, 08:32:07 am Does anybody have a comment on the clear awning tape that I’ve seen around? I wanted to use that stuff on the cracks on my endcaps and for the awning on my ‘01 RK that I haven’t had the guts to tackle yet as other projects are holding me up.
Re: Awning tear repair Reply #6 – July 08, 2022, 11:26:12 am i plan on using clear Gorilla tape after doing some research -- will see how it goes 1 Likes
Re: Awning tear repair Reply #7 – July 08, 2022, 03:51:23 pm I've used the camco rv awning tape (Amazon.com: Camco 42613 3" x 15' Awning Repair Tape : Everything Else) on mine when the wind teared up the edges on the corners. It seemed to me at first like it would not last well and come off on the first rain, but surprisingly it has held up for about 6 months now!I highly recommend cleaning the area where the tape will go very well, and then tape up with lots of reinforcement. Also just like I did, tape up the other side even if it isn't torn just to make sure it doesn't. As an Amazon Associate Lazy Daze Owners' Group earns from qualifying purchases.
Re: Awning tear repair Reply #8 – July 08, 2022, 05:53:21 pm Quote from: Pelucid - July 08, 2022, 08:32:07 amDoes anybody have a comment on the clear awning tape that I’ve seen around? I wanted to use that stuff on the cracks on my endcaps and for the awning on my ‘01 RK that I haven’t had the guts to tackle yet as other projects are holding me up.We, too, have been thinking about tape for covering end caps that are cracking. I’m held back by the fine print on the packaging that cautions that it might yellow over time, or that it is not designed for easy removal and might damage the surface if attempted. Anyone have a tape without these drawbacks? — Jon 1 Likes
Re: Awning tear repair Reply #9 – July 09, 2022, 04:02:30 am Hi Jon; For covering your end caps you might want to try this product; Amazon.com: ARMOR UP Paint Protection Film 6"x60" for Cars, Trucks - 8-mil... Used to protect from rock chips on spoilers and bumpers at the front of cars, it should hold up to sunlight and moisture. And a longer tape: Amazon.com: 3M Scotchgard Clear Paint Protection Bulk Film Roll 6-by-84-inche...RonB 1 Likes As an Amazon Associate Lazy Daze Owners' Group earns from qualifying purchases.
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