New Fabric for your Sunsetter® Awning
We custom make new replacement covers to fit the Sunsetter® brand awnings. The covers are sewn and ready to be installed and come complete with a new valance. We use Acrylic Solar Pro® and Sunbrella® fabrics and both come with a 10 year warranty.
Can awning fabric be replaced?
New Fabric for your Patio Retractable Awning. Choose from Sunbrella fabric or Solar Pro fabric. All replacement fabric is sewn using Tenara GORE™ thread that has a lifetime warranty that ensures no seam splitting unlike others that use a polyester thread.
What is the life expectancy of a Sunsetter awning?
Generally speaking, they will last from 5-15 years. They may be warranted for 5 years from the manufacturer, depending on which fabric you choose to use.
How much does it cost to replace the fabric on an awning?
Written by HomeAdvisor. On average, expect to pay about $730 for your awning fabric replacement and approximately $225 for awning repair. Exact costs typically range from $350 to $1,000, with some homeowners paying as much as $1,700 for large patio fabric replacement.
How do you fix a fabric awning?
Once the fabric has dried completely, use either white silicone caulk (for light fabric) or clear caulk (for dark fabric) to begin patching the hole from the underside. Once the caulk has dried, apply caulk from the top of the awning, as well. Another method for repairing small tears is to use awning repair tape.
How do you measure awning fabric?
While it may seem intuitive to measure the length of the fabric, you actually get the proper measurement by measuring from the distance (in feet) from the center of one of the awning arms to the center of the other arm.
How do you clean a Sunsetter retractable awning?
No special cleaning products are necessary. We recommend a mild detergent, water and light scrub brush.
Can you repair a canvas awning?
Rather than removing the whole canvas awning to do the repairs, the best way to repair it is to repair it in place. The most common areas of a canvas patio awning that need repair are small rips and tears in the body of the awning, and where the frame has worn holes in the corners of the awning.
How do you repair a tear in a canvas canopy?
A small rip in the canvas can be repaired by using canvas repair tape. The fabric repair tape works best on areas of loose thread. You should cut the tape a bit longer than the tear, and place it on both the underside and the top side.
How long does a fabric awning last?
Fabric Awnings: Vinyl, Canvas, and Acrylic
Canvas is the most popular material for awnings and typically lasts for about 8 to 10 years when maintained properly. Vinyl is less resilient, so the lifespan of this material is shorter at about 5 to 7 years.
How long does a fabric canopy last?
Without treatment, the canopy will last about 2 to 3 years. Canopies made with low grade fabrics will last about 6 months to a year. Exposure to UV rays, rain, wind, and snow make the fabric brittle.
Are SunSetter awnings durable?
It’s guaranteed not to fade or crack for 5 years, it’s mildew resistant and gives you 98% protection against harmful UV rays. Your SunSetter Series awnings come with a 5-Year Limited Warranty against defects in materials or workmanship.
What fabric is used for awnings?
The most commonly used materials for awning fabrics include vinyl, acrylic, polyester and other natural fabrics such as cotton. However, acrylic and vinyl fabrics have proven to be the most effective and popular options thanks to their outstanding durability and weather-resistant properties.
How much does a new awning cost?
The average cost of installing an awning will sum up to $2,459. Most homeowners spend around $1,261 to $3,691 after the awning installation. The canopy alone will range between $250 and $3,500.
Can awnings be recovered?
If your awning’s metal frame becomes bent or damaged, you’re most likely looking at having to replace the entire awning. But if your metal frame is still in like-new condition, then you should be able to recover your awning.
