Jeff Bowen caravan awnings motorhome annexes

Caravan Awnings Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: How easy are awnings to erect?

Some frames are designed with many of the poles linked together which saves time when erecting, particularly the first few times.

Q: What is the difference between a porch awning and a free-standing awning?

A: A porch awning has 3 walls and needs the caravan to hold it up. A free-standing awning has 4 walls and can stand alone, more typically used with motorhomes so you can drive away - sometimes called a 'Drive away awning'

Q: Is there an easy way to tension the awning poles?

A: Yes, There are a number of products that allow one person to tension the awning, We recommend the Awning Companion, it is light and easy to use. Particularly useful if one has weakness or mobility problems in one's arms.

Q: How do I clean my awning myself?

A: Read about awning maintenance here. (View Cleaning products)

Q: Can I get my awning professionally cleaned?

A: Yes, we can arrange to have your awning picked up, cleaned, reproofed, protected and returned to you ready for another season - click here for awning cleaning details.

Q: What type of caravan awning is best for long-term use in one place?

A: For static caravans look for a heavier grade of awning fabric and a steel or fibreglass frame.

Q: Can I part exchange my old awning with you?

A: We think that a FREE entry on our "Second Hand Page" obtains a better price for you than a part-exchange. Buyers buy from you, not us, when they see your advert.

Q: What are the benefits of an aluminium or fibreglass or steel frame?

A: Generally speaking, steel is strongest but also heaviest
Aluminium is lightest, but not as strong as steel
Fibreglass is lighter than steel but slightly heavier than aluminium and is very strong and slightly flexible. (Better in high winds, as it springs back straight when wind drops).

Q: How do I fit an awning to my motorhome?

A: There are various methods ranging from poles and clamps to guy-lines over the roof and elasticated sleeve edges.

Q: What size awning do I need for my caravan?

A: Touring caravans have an awning channel into which the awning fits.

Measure your caravan as shown in the picture on the right,
the measurement from ground to ground A-B-C.

Use our FREE awning size advice form.
If you are not sure please contact us for further advice.

Q: What is a add-on room for an awning called?

A: There are internal "rooms" called Inner Tents for sleeping and there are Zip-on Annexes for the outside of the awning, used mainly as extra bedrooms but taller versions have other uses: for storage, washroom, etc

Q: Can I fit sidewalls and a front wall to my roll-out awning?

A: Yes, they are know as "Safari–rooms" or "Privacy-rooms" and are made in similar colours and fabrics to the roll-out part.

Q: What is a veranda bar or pole?

A: This is a pole which can be clamped across a zip-out panel on an awning. It can fixed at any height but is usually about waist high. This enables the upper half of the panel to be turned down - without putting strain on the zips - to form a 'windbreak' effect - useful for keeping 'the breeze off your knees' when sitting in your awning, or for enclosing dogs and small children!

Q: You say delivery is included to any UK mainland address, what about shipping overseas?

A: We can arrange shipping to overseas addresses at very reasonable rates, please email us to get a quote.

Q: My awning is damaged, can it be repaired?

A: Yes, companies such as Trio Pair can offer everything from zip replacement to new windows.

Q: Can I get my awning made bigger ( or smaller ) to suit my new caravan?

A: Yes, most awning manufacturers offer an alteration service and there are also plenty of good independent companies which can do most types of alterations in matching fabrics.

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