Spring RV Awnings Care

Above, last week in Quartzsite, Arizona. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Last week, I went to Quartzsite, Arizona for the first real RV camping trip of the year. It was with the Lost Dutchman Chapter of E Clampus Vitus.

During the campout (or, as we call it, clampout), I unfurled my motorhome's awning for the first time this year. It was pretty clean as the RV is kept in its own barn during non-usage. The awning came in mighty handy as the temperature in Quartzsite was over 100° most of the time.

RV Travel has posted an article on RV awning care in today's RV Travel Newsletter.

It begins with:

With summer almost here, you may have already rolled out your RV awning. It’s a great addition to any RV, and with a little care it will provide many years of service. But just what kind of care does it need?

There are many different kinds of awnings. They range from the “bag” style manual awning, which is popular for pop-up campers, all the way up to fully automated types. The operation of all the different types vary, and careful attention to the manufacturer’s instructions will help ensure problem-free enjoyment of your awning.

Most awning fabrics fall into one of two categories: vinyl and acrylic (e.g., Sunbrella). Some awnings have material all the way up to the awning rail on the side of the RV. Some have a metal weather guard, which wraps around the awning when stowed for travel.

 To read more, go here.