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Some Do's
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And Don'ts
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Do keep your awnings clean.
This is the best protection against mildew. Even on mildew resistant
fabric, mildew can grow on accumulated dirt or foreign materials which will
remain on the top or bottom surface and eventually stain the fabric.
We cannot be responsible for such damage.
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Do Not fold
or roll in extreme cold temperatures.
Do
Not drag
your awning across an abrasive surface such as a cement drive.
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Do wash your awnings; if they are vinyl coated, brush lightly
with a cloth or soft brush. You can use mild soap, but rinse
thoroughly and immediately.
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Do Not get
insect spray on the fabric, as some solutions may impair the water
repellency of the fabric and cause staining.
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Do hose your awnings down occasionally, every month or so with
a garden hose. We recommend to do this on a hot, sunny day.
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Do Not allow water to stand on the awnings, causing pocketing and
possible stretching.
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Do keep the underside of your awning clean by simply brushing
with a clean household broom. Mildew will not attach to a clean
awning.
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Do Not overlook
small rips or tears. If a sharp object punctures the fabric, it can
be expertly repaired.
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Do keep shrubbery and vines away from the awnings, as many
bushes contain an acid which can be harmful to your awnings.
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Do Not wash your awnings with a harsh or strong solution, or scrub
too vigorously with an abrasive cleaner.
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Docheck the condition of awning frames. Rust is not
likely to form, but if it should, it might cause deterioration or staining
of the fabric.
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Do Not force or yank your awnings when raising or lowering them,
do it gradually.
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Do pull your drop awnings up in excessive wind conditions.
Not doing so may not only damage the fabric but will result in costly
service calls.
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Do Not charcoal
grill under the awning.
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Do inquire about the low cost of having your awning frames
recovered with bright new fabrics when present awnings are beyond repair.
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Do Not store awnings when when damp or wet. Mildew is a
fabric's greatest foe and is caused by dampness. Mildew may grow on
the surface of a damp awning and permanently stain the fabric.
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Do Not permit
leaves or twigs to stain the fabric
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