General tips for awning use and maintenance

All awnings need maintenance, however strong and weatherproof they may be. Your awning will serve you longer if you apply these tips:

• Allow water to drain easily from the awning by ensuring it is correctly tensioned.
• Regularly remove dirt deposits by wiping clean the (dry) canvas with a brush.
• Mud skirts and windows are best cleaned using a sponge and dry cloth specifically reserved for this purpose.
• Allow stains on the canvas to dry thoroughly before removing them. First use a brush and if that does not work try using tepid water.
  NEVER use detergents (soap) or other chemical agents as they can damage the water repellent qualities of the canvas. If absolutely necessary use a special canvas cleaning agent. If required please contact your specialist dealer.
• Mould formation prevention advice:
  • Good ventilation, even if the tent is rarely used.
  • Avoid cooking in the awning or ensure adequate ventilation to remove any condensation from cooking.
  • Before packing away your coated awning, gently clean it with slightly chlorinated water (ratio 1:10). Then allow it to dry thoroughly.
  • Only pack away the tent when it is completely dry.
• NEVER roll up the awning when wet. If this cannot be avoided, ensure that the awning is unrolled and dried out as quickly as possible, at least within 24 hours.
• Do not pack rings, guy ropes, curtains, ground sheet and mud skirts in the same bag as the tent. The ground sheet and mud skirts may contain substances damaging to the canvas, and the ropes and rings may also damage the canvas.