How to Fix Torn Awnings

Repair awnings with awning repair tape.

Awnings are made with canvas. They are durable and will last for years. But if your camper, recreational vehicle or home window awnings are more than a few years old, the canvas can weaken and tear. You really can't sew canvas that has weakened with good results. The solution is to apply awning repair tape. It is a super sticky tape that will bond the fibers of the canvas together without sewing. It will prevent the tear from getting worse and if done properly you won't be able to see the tear at all.

Things You'll Need

• Awning repair tape
• Scissors

Instructions

1. Remove the awning. Clean off any dust, debris, spiderwebs or insects with a broom. Place the awning on a flat surface and spread it out.

2. Clip off any long, loose awning fibers around the tear with scissors. Dampen a cloth and clean around the tear. Wait one hour for the cleaned area to dry completely.

3. Place the two sides of the tear together as if they were already joined. Cut a piece of awning repair tape with the scissors long enough to cover the tear.

4. Place the tape over the tear so that both sides of the tear have equal portions of the tape. Press down hard with your fingers to bond the tape to the canvas. Remove all the bubbles or wrinkles in the tape with your fingers.

5. Flip the canvas over and place a piece of tape on the tear from this side just as you did on the top. Hang the awning back up.

Tips & Warnings

• There are different colors of awning tape. Get the one that best matches your awning or go with clear.

• If your awning has deteriorated into many tears, or tears over 36 inches, consider replacing it.

References

• Travel Priceless: RV Awning Repair Instructions How to Repair RV Awning