How To Maintain Your Awning

Posted on Friday, August 25th, 2017 at 6:57 pm.

Awnings are an important investment in your home. In order to protect the investment that you made, you will need to perform regular maintenance. Depending on the type of awning that you have, retractable or stationary, and the material it is made from, you might need to spend some time once a season or once a year. Here is our best advice for properly maintaining your awning.

If Your Awning Is a Fabric Awning

As part of your regular fabric awning maintenance, you should:

• Remove any debris from the awning surface with a broom
• Remove any cobwebs or debris from the underside of your awning
• Rinse your awning with a hose
• Use a soft brush with gentle dish-washing liquid to scrub away any stains or caked-on dirt
• Move plants, vines, and hanging flower baskets away from the cloth of your awning. Their contact with the surface of the cloth can damage and stain the fabric.
• Regularly check for rust or tears in your awning and correct them as quickly as possible. These are relatively minor problems that can turn into big headaches down the road.

You should also take care to not:

• Allow mildew or mold to grow on the surface of your fabric awning, as this will ruin the color and fabric
• Fold or drag your fabric awning when taking it down, putting it up, or storing it when not in use
• Allow the fabric to stay damp for extended periods of time
• Use harsh brushes or strong soap to clean your awning

If Your Awning Is Retractable

Retractable awnings need less maintenance, because they are not constantly exposed to the elements. Never allow heavy objects to rest on top of the awning. Puddles or water or pieces of debris from a storm can stretch out the material over time. Put down your retractable awning whenever there is going to be a storm, as high winds and large amounts of precipitation can damage the structure itself. Always oil your hinges on your retractable awning so that it is easy to open and close.

Trust the Experts at Carroll Awning Company

Ready to get the perfect awning for your apartment building, business, or home? Carroll Awning Company has the expertise and equipment to make and install the perfect residential or commercial awning to give your home or business an even cooler exterior. We can design, create, and install custom canopies and awnings all year long. For a free estimate and to get started designing your dream awning, give us a call at 1-800-999-5617 or visit us online. To see examples of our work, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, and LinkedIn.