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Explorer

Oct 02, 2014

Awning needs a good cleaning

Hello,

We just purchased a 2006 Jayco Jayflight 25' Travel Trailer and the awning needs cleaning.

I am planning on doing that this weekend.

The condition is good with no rips or tears. Its a manual awning and the frame is solid.

Can I use Dawn dish detergent with a long handled scribe brush?

Is power washing it OK?

I will do both top and under side and let it dry before rolling it back up.

All input is greatly appreciated.

Tom in Gloucester, Va

dadmomh
Explorer
Oct 02, 2014
Pressure washers and travel trailers are worst enemies....suggest you don't even let them near each other.
2012Coleman
Explorer II
Oct 02, 2014
Don't use a pressure washer! The above suggestions are great, but I use a soft brush and clorox cleanup spray.
Eddie_Griswold
Explorer
Oct 02, 2014
My family and I just acquired a used HTT and when I cleaned the awning, I used a Mr Clean Magic Eraser for the stains that didn't come off with the soap and a brush. Worked like a champ; no more stains!

Edit: PackerBacker beat me to the punch
Community Alumni
Oct 02, 2014
I use MrClean Magic Eraser for my awning, works great! :C
Ron3rd
Explorer III
Oct 02, 2014
Dawn is fine, and typically they will have some mildew. If so, add a little bleach to the Dawn. Works great.