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albow's avatar
albow
Explorer
Mar 13, 2018

Which awning replacement fabric should I buy?

I'm not sure what my original make is, but the fabric is now shot. I have found a number of replacements, but comparing them is difficult. I have discovered that I can't buy the best fabric, as it isn't compatible with a system that doesn't have a metal cover. Mine has no cover. Some of the fabrics have weights noted and some don't. One says it is heat welded and the others seem to be sewn. I'm unsure, but it seems sewn would be preferable. I will attempt to post links and you can also tell me of your experiences.

https://www.awnings4rvs.com/14ftRollUpAwningFabricReplacement

https://www.ebay.com/itm/62414-RV-Patio-Awning-Replacement-Fabric-14-Ocean-Blue-Fade/262560061613?epid=655926657&hash=item3d21cc98ad:g:S~8AAOSwo8hTobTv&vxp=mtr

http://www.campingworld.com/solera-universal-awning-replacement-fabric-and-weather-guard $218 in my size

http://www.campingworld.com/linen-fade-replacement-fabric-for-dometic-patio-awning-with-vinyl-weathershield $256 in my size

http://www.campingworld.com/vinyl-replacement-fabric-for-dometic-universal-patio-awning-white-weathershield-included $228 on sale in my size
  • RLS7201's avatar
    RLS7201
    Explorer II
    May 11, 2018
    albow wrote:
    LarryJM wrote:
    albow wrote:
    Thanks for the replies so far, but none actually answer my question of which fabric is the best among the ones I listed. I would choose the acrylic if it would work with mine but it won't, and comparing these others to each other isn't exactly straightforward. I may have to just call one of them and ask so I can learn. Out of the ones I listed, one is a clear cut better price and seems to have heavier fabric, but also is the only one that says it is heat welded rather than sewn, which makes me wonder if that's why it is so much cheaper. If not an issue, then certainly it would be the one to choose. I do see where everyone who bought from them is satisfied.


    I don't understand why you say you can't get acrylic. Not sure how much it matters but I would think a solid vinyl and not one glued together in layers would be more durable. I've seen more than just a few posts here on the layered awnings coming apart. Toughtop seems to be a favorite here.

    Larry
    Acrylic is only available if you have a cover for your awning to roll up into, which mine does not. It is exposed. Why, I don't know, I just know a manufacturer said so.


    Looks like acrylic with out cover.
  • albow's avatar
    albow
    Explorer
    May 22, 2018
    CoMaddMax wrote:
    I getting ready to replace mine too. What did you finally go with?
    I went with toughtop. Still waiting for it to arrive.

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