We recommend you use groundsheets that allow the grass to 'breathe'. Whilst these will still have to be lifted from time to time, damage to the grass is less severe than with conventional groundsheets.
Any type of peg similar to our standard rock pegs in essence a hardened nine-inch nail, approximately a quarter-inch diameter would be acceptable, but we do not approve of pegs that are substantially greater in thickness or in length because they are capable of causing loosening and damage to the foundation of the pitch. The surface also has to be able to hold pegs securely during high winds.
Site wardens will normally have some in stock available for purchase. If there is too much slack in the awning roof, water and snow could pool and saturate and damage the awning fabric. If you are likely to be using an awning in these conditions, choose one that offers additional roof supports to keep it taut and look for a more steeply sloping roof that will discourage any water or snow from collecting.
Cotton awnings need to 'weather' before becoming fully waterproof, so bear this in mind when first using. The golden rule is never to pack an awning away when wet or even slightly damp, or mildew will result. It should be stored in a dry, well-aired place; the caravan is fine in summer but too damp for the winter. An attic is ideal, or even a dry garage providing the awning is kept off the concrete floor and out of reach of vermin. Store poles and canvas separately and although you can wipe steel poles with a lightly oiled cloth to prevent corrosion, all traces of oil must be removed before the poles come into contact with the awning again.
Always wait until the canvas is dry before dealing with mud or dirt, when it can usually be removed with a stiff brush. Stubborn marks can be tackled with plain water, but anything stronger should be avoided if possible.
If too unsightly, try soap and water but never detergent. Any area touched by the soap solution will have to be reproofed. Specialist cleaners are also available. Your awning will need regular reproofing — ideally every season. Small patches can be treated with an aerosol proofer and should be applied when the awning is dry and in a well-ventilated place.
Once the awning is completely through and positioned centrally where you want, leave it hanging and sort out the poles. Place them in the appropriate position alongside the caravan and have a run through to ensure everything fits together. Leave the legs retracted to make life easier. Start by creating the centre apex, attach the centre roof pole to the caravan, connect this to the centre leg pole and adjust the leg height to the desired height.
Repeat this process under the canvas and finally tension the whole lot in small steps and evenly throughout. If it is windy beware gusts that come up and under the awning roof — this is the most likely time the awning will blow over the top of the caravan.
If very windy it is advisable to take the awning down altogether. Add the guy ropes as soon as possible and tension as recommended. Take the strain off zips by cross pegging at the base. Finally add the draught skirt, wheel arch cover if separate and curtains.
Reverse the process but remember that as soon as you slacken off some poles others will immediately decide to collapse so make sure someone grabs them before they damage the caravan sidewall or windows. You will need to install this on the side of the caravan using double flange or if the installation is being done to the top corner, then the single flange is used with the groove facing outwards.
Rope track can be simply screwed or pop-riveted to the Caravan. Always seal the fasteners with a good quality silicone or polyurethane sealant. The smaller Caravans around 16ft can pose some problems when trying to install a roll-out awning.
Most people will find that to clear the doors, windows, lights, etc, they will run into problems with getting a straight length across the top on which to install the rope track and in turn the awning itself.
This can easily be overcome by fabricating some end brackets. These will need to be made, as they cannot be purchased. Bear in mind that the bracketing system needs to be sturdy enough to take some of the awnings weight.
Footnote In some cases it may be imperative to re-enforce areas on the Caravan to accept the additions. Caravans such as those from Jayco usually have timber inserted from factory underneath the sill panel.
If your Caravan is lacking, then this will need to be fitted in order for the coach screws supplied with the awning hardware to bite into a little more than just aluminium sheeting.
The same is required when fitting the top brackets, although mm x mm x 3mm aluminium plate painted Vilotone white, fixed into place with rivets and silicone is an acceptable solution. All awnings are shown using the link below: Shop All Awnings Products. Hello, we are after a awning for a gooseneck 21' in length and as wide as they make. We want it to be durable. We are in Ingham north QLD? Hello we have a jayco silver line do you have the awnings with led strip lighting in the rollout awning model thank you l have purchased from you in the past an commend you guys on your services look forward to your reply Mark.
Hello It's been a long long time since i have had much to do with caravans and now i've got one with a roll out awning that needs new fabric but the rear leg is just not sitting right and i can't see why, the van hasn't been used for many years so there will be issues no doubt. If you have no rail on your van you have one final option for fitting an awning. Most drive-away awnings have eyelets on their connecting edge allowing you to use guyline to tie over the roof of the van or tie to a roof rack if you have one.
This is the cheapest and simplest method of attaching an awning but bear in mind it does not give the best seal against the vehicle and it won't work with porch or caravan awnings. You should also check to ensure the awning you want has eyelets prior to purchase if you want to use the method. Wind-out case awnings such as the Fiamma F45 are F65 are often heavier than other types of awning, come in rigid metal cases and require semi-permanent fixing to the wall or roof of your caravan or motorhome.
Because of their weight and design, Case Awnings require a solid structure to mount to and some vans require vehicle specific fixing kits to ensure they are properly mounted and set at the right angle. If you have a Fiamma awning, or are thinking of buying one, and would like advice to help ensure you get the right fixing kit for your vehicle please call our specialist Fiamma section on who will be happy to help.
Most Fiamma fixing kits are simple enough for DIY installation but if you would rather a professional do it we can recommend JMR Caravan Care who can come to your home, are fully insured and guaranteed and offer professional awning fitting in Greater Manchester , Cheshire, North Derbyshire and South Lancashire. To check if this is possible take a look at the lead bar of your existing awning to see if it has a recessed channel in the front. If it does it is possible to fit a drive-away awning directly to the case awning.
This kit consists of a double beaded kador strip and figure 8 sections. To fit Wind out the lead bar by a few inches Slice one side of the kador strip into the recessed channel on the lead bar Wind the lead bar back in.
The kador can be left in place from now on Pitch the drive-away awning Use the figure 8 sections to attach the beading on the awning to the other side of the kador strip To drive away simply slide the figure 8 sections off both awnings leaving the kador strip in place for reconnection later. If you would like more help with fitting an awning please get in touch by phone on or by answering a few questions using the form below.
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