How to clean your awning gently and effectively with IsaClean
A clean awning stays looking good for longer and provides a more pleasant indoor environment during your camping holiday. But how do you clean an awning properly without damaging the fabric?
In this guide, we show you how to clean your awning with IsaClean, when to choose IsaClean All Year or IsaClean Season, and when it is a good idea to finish by applying waterproofing treatment.
When should an awning be cleaned?
Regular cleaning helps remove:
- Dirt and dust
- Algae and green deposits
- Water marks
- Pollen and air pollution
- Discolouration caused by weather exposure
For regular maintenance, a mild cleaning product is recommended, while heavier dirt requires more thorough cleaning.
IsaClean All Year for regular awning cleaning
IsaClean All Year is developed for regular cleaning of awnings and is gentle on the awning fabric. The product is biodegradable and can be used all year round.
How to clean your awning
- Rinse the awning thoroughly with water.
- Gently brush the surface to remove loose dirt.
- Apply IsaClean All Year to the wet awning fabric.
- Brush with a damp brush.
- Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water.
If the awning is very dirty, the treatment can be repeated or followed by cleaning with IsaClean Season.
Order IsaClean All Year here
IsaClean Season for thorough cleaning
If the awning needs a more thorough clean at the beginning or end of the season, IsaClean Season can be used. IsaClean Season is more effective against heavy dirt and is recommended for the annual deep clean before the awning is packed away or put back into use. The product is biodegradable.
How to clean your awning
- Rinse the awning with water.
- Remove loose dirt with a soft brush.
- Apply IsaClean Season to the wet awning fabric.
- Gently brush the surface.
- Rinse thoroughly with clean water.
Repeat the treatment if necessary.
Order IsaClean Season here
Should the awning be reproofed after cleaning?
After a thorough cleaning, it may be necessary to reproof the awning.
Reproofing helps protect the awning fabric against:
- Algae
- Dirt
- Water marks
- Moisture
We recommend AquaTex reproofing treatment as an aftercare treatment.
Order Reproofing Spray here
Frequently asked questions about cleaning awnings
How do you clean an awning? add
Start by rinsing the awning with water, remove loose dirt with a brush, and then apply IsaClean. Always finish by rinsing thoroughly with clean water.
Which cleaning product is best for awnings? add
For regular maintenance, we recommend IsaClean All Year. For more thorough cleaning, we recommend IsaClean Season.
Can algae be removed from an awning? add
Yes. Regular cleaning with suitable cleaning products helps remove and prevent algae on the awning fabric.
How often should you clean your awning? add
It depends on use and storage, but regular cleaning throughout the season and a thorough clean at the end of the season are recommended.
Should the awning be reproofed after cleaning? add
After cleaning, it may be necessary to reproof the awning fabric to maintain its protective properties. AquaTex is recommended for this purpose.