Repair Leak By Awning

Check the awning fabric for holes.

Repair leak by awning.

Wash the leaking area and after it dries apply a line of polyether sealant to cracks or gaps in the awning. Try to overhang one edge of the tape over the strip beneath so there aren t any gaps think of them like shingles. The sealant will fill the crack as it dries and plug the leak. Clean the area surrounding the leak.

However if that air tube is still under warranty when you get back you should contact kampa vango or the retailer you purchased the air awning from for a replacement air tube. If it is a light colored fabric use the white silicone caulk for the repair. If it is a darker fabric use the clear silicone caulk. Step 2 clean any grime and or rust off the aluminum awning with a wire block brush to have a clean surface for the patch to stick against.

Use a sealant that is uv resistant exterior grade and designed for seams and metal. Most leaks under the awning come from that joint and are an easy fix by adding caulk to the joint. First lay the awning on a flat surface and then using the repair tape cover one side of the leaking area with multiple strips. Put a dab of the silicone caulk on your finger.

That way you can repair the leak. Put leather gloves on to protect from cuts while working with the aluminum awning. However you may want to take a repair kit shown below with you on holiday in case a leak does happen. Make sure the awning fabric is clean and free of mildew before repairing the holes.

The surface must be free of dirt grease oil rust tar and any other contaminant that will inhibit a proper seal. Fix a tear in a vinyl patio awning by attaching a patch of vinyl with similar size and weight characteristics as the awning. Wash the awning with a mixture of warm water. Place a ladder next to the aluminum awning.