Awnings and wear (3 Viewers)

[Jewellbags]

Next 3rd world issue to solve

Noticing a few “wear” patches on the awning. Was going to buy some water proof transparent patches to reinforce unless you have any great tips ? Was also thinking clear nail varnish

 

[DavidG58]

We had a canvas replaced due to warranty issue (small tear from brand new) might be worth asking might not be that expensive

 

[Stag man]

I don’t know what make you have fitted, but I do know Fiamma sell replacement awning material
It’s possible that if you have wear patches showing then it won’t be too long before the whole lot gives up

 

[hymerman]

I had 2 small tears in my awning some years ago due to my stupidity in not securing it sufficiently in gusty weather.
Repaired with the correct transparent patches I bought from a dealer. It's still good many years later .
I wouldn't try nail varnish as they take quite a lot of stress even in light winds.

 

[weemalkie]

Any advice on this tear in my awning. Happened during a gust of wind and is along the hem of the awning. Looks like it could propagate quite easily so reluctant to use it which is a pity as we are in the muffle of France.

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[Jewellbags]

Oh you have to watch out for the muffle of France . In the meantime suggest some gaffer tape

 

[weemalkie]

Oh you have to watch out for the muffle of France . In the meantime suggest some gaffer tape

There’s a lot of muffle where I am. Plus predictive text

 

[TheBig1]

I think that is a tad beyond repairable with tape. Either shorten the awning and reattach or a whole ne fabric needed

 

[Jewellbags]

A ne fabric ? Is that a Scottish muffle ?

Gaffer might get them through the holiday though , but agreed a new canvas required

 

[Landy Andy]

I would try to source “sail repair tape” or if not available locally try to source “Gorilla Tape”. Standard gaffer tape isn’t that strong these days.

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[weemalkie]

Thanks for all the replies. Didn’t think it would be an easy fix. I’ll wait till I get home then shop around for a repair/ replacement. I like I’ve idea of shortening it a bit rather than total replacement. Tough lesson.