How To Replace Awning Fabric

SunSetter retractable awnings are built to last. The frame brackets, bars, and arm clamps are made with high-quality aluminum with a baked-on enamel finish that never rusts or needs painting. And the fabrics used to construct the awnings are world class, providing years of reliable performance.

But those durable fabrics will wear out over time. No fabric lasts forever, particularly fabrics constantly exposed to the elements. Luckily, SunSetter awnings are designed so that the fabric can be easily replaced. Many SunSetter owners aren’t aware their awning fabric can be replaced. Being able to replace your awning fabric can save you money and allow you to get more years of performance from your metal arms, bars, brackets and other hardware. You might just want to replace your fabric because you’d like a different look or color. With dozens of fabric options, it’s easy to color or pattern that’s right for you. And removing and replacing your fabric is quite easy.

All it takes to change your awning fabric is:
• You
• A helper
• Phillips Screwdriver
• Ladder

Got those items? Let’s get started.

A Simple Process

The process begins by contacting SunSetter to order your new awning fabric. Visit SunSetter.com or call 1-800-876-2340 to get things started.

The replacement process involves opening the awning. If you have an aluminum hood, your first step is removing the hood end plate opposite the side of the motor or gear assembly. The second step is using the manual crank to unroll the fabric to reveal the fabric slot in the roller bar. Next, remove the two or three screws from the end plate of the front bar. Then, with your helper, pull the fabric out of both the roller bar and the front bar at the same time. Finally, once the fabric is removed, the new fabric can be inserted into the roller bar and front bar at the same time. This is best done in small steps, alternating from one bar to the other. After the fabric is completely inserted, put the hood end plate back on. After that, use the manual crank to slowly roll the fabric onto the roller bar—the fabric should roll over the top onto the roller bar.

Those are the basic steps. Find the complete details for changing your manual, motorized and motorized PRO awning fabric here.

If you’re replacing the fabric on a Platinum Plus semi-cassette awning, you’ll also need a 6mm Allen wrench to execute a few additional steps. You can find complete Platinum Plus semi-cassette awning fabric replacement instructions here.

How To Replace Awning Fabric

How To Replace Awning Fabric

A Simple Process

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1-800-876-2340

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