Repair Leak By Awning

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.

Repair leak by awning.

First lay the awning on a flat surface and then using the repair tape cover one side of the leaking area with multiple strips. Place a ladder next to the aluminum awning. If it is a light colored fabric use the white silicone caulk for the repair. That way you can repair the leak.

Wash the awning with a mixture of warm water. The surface must be free of dirt grease oil rust tar and any other contaminant that will inhibit a proper seal. Step 2 spread vinyl glue on both surfaces and allow it to dry then position the patch over the torn area. 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. Most leaks under the awning come from that joint and are an easy fix by adding caulk to the joint. Put leather gloves on to protect from cuts while working with the aluminum awning. The sealant will fill the crack as it dries and plug the leak.

Depending on the size of the leak there are a few methods for fixing cloth awnings. Wash the leaking area and after it dries apply a line of polyether sealant to cracks or gaps in the awning. Check the awning fabric for holes. Fix a tear in a vinyl patio awning by attaching a patch of vinyl with similar size and weight characteristics as the awning.

Put a dab of the silicone caulk on your finger. Make sure the awning fabric is clean and free of mildew before repairing the holes. Try to overhang one edge of the tape over the strip beneath so there aren t any gaps think of them like shingles. The two surfaces should bond immediately.