7 STEPS TO CLLEAN YOUR AWNING
CLEANING VINYL VS . ACRYLIC AWNING FABRIC
RV awning fabric is typically either vinyl or acrylic . Each provides different benefits and requires a slightly different approach to maintenance .
ACRYLIC
Acrylic is a breathable woven fabric that presents unique challenges when it comes to cleaning . Because it is a woven fabric , dirt and tree sap can sink deeply into the weave . Acrylic awnings also come with a water-repelling finish . It ’ s important not to scrub too hard when you clean the fabric , as you can actually scrub off the finish .
HOW TO CLEAN : Use a stiff brush , dish soap , and water . Avoid scrubbing , which can remove the water-repelling finish and ruin your awning . If you use a protectant spray , make sure to use a product designed to restore water repellancy that will not damage the fabric or finish .
VINYL
Vinyl material is somewhat easier to clean . It doesn ’ t share the porous surface of acrylic fabric , so you don ’ t have to worry so much about tree sap and dirt settling in to stay .
Vinyl awnings resist mildew , but they are not mildew-proof . You may have heard that vinyl awnings don ’ t technically grow mildew ; rather , they collect dirt and dust on which mildew forms . But for an RVer , the presence of mildew is a problem regardless of whether it formed on the vinyl itself or the dirt covering the vinyl .
HOW TO CLEAN : Use a soft brush , dish soap , and water . Avoid scrubbing , which can remove the mildew-resistant coating . If you use a protectant spray , make sure to use a product designed to provide UV and dust / dirt protection that is safe to use on vinyl .
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