Address:

363 Delaware Street
Tonawanda, NY
14150

Western New York: (716) 693-3690
Rochester: (585) 232-8760
Fax: (716) 693-3767

sales@awningspluswny.com

Care and Maintenance—Seasonal Service Information

CONGRATULATIONS! You are now the owner of a new Awnings Plus product. You can be confident that only the finest materials and craftsmanship were utilized in the fabrication of your investment. Once again, we'd like to say thanks for choosing our company and allowing us to serve your awning needs.

Of course, even the most durable products and materials require care and maintenance, and fabric awnings and side curtains are no exception. How long they last will depend in large part on their required upkeep. To help maximize the life and look of your product, here are some DOs and DON'Ts.

DO

1. Always keep the awning as clean as possible. Mildew can grow on accumulated dirt, bird droppings and other materials on top and bottom surfaces. This can eventually stain or damage fabric, so always cause a bean broom to brush off both sides free of dirt
2. Use a garden hose at least once a month to hose off loose matter
3. Keep shrubbery and vines off awnings and side curtains as many bushes contain and acid which can damage fabric

DON'T

1. Do not store awnings when damp. Let dry before rolling up, otherwise mildew will result. Always store in a cool, dry place
2. Do not drag your awning across rough surfaces such as gravel or concrete walks and driveways. This can result in scuffing and tearing
3. Do not use insect sprays or other chemicals on your fabric. This may impair water repellency and result in staining
4. Do not allow water to stand on your awning as pocketing and eventual stretching can result
5. Do not overlook small rips and tears. If not repaired they can become costly problem. AWNINGS PLUS can provide you with expert advice
6. Do not charcoal grill under your awning
7. Do not wash your awnings with detergent or any abrasive cleaners or pads
8. Always raise and lower your awning gradually; NEVER force or yank
9. Do not allow leaves, twigs or sharp objects which can cause damage to sit on your awnings

NOTE ON ACRYLICS

Acrylic fabrics, by nature will stay clean. AWNINGS PLUS does not recommend washing, with the exception of light hosing them off.

PLEASE NOTE:

This procedure may wash out waterproofing, which may need to be reapplied.

You will need:

½ Cup Clorox and ½ Cup of Ivory Snow per gallon of warm water used Soak for approximately 20 minutes, swishing it around gently. Then rinse thoroughly before line drying. If cleaning awning on the frame, use a soft bristle brush.

Fabric Awnings…

1. Should never be washed in hot water
2. Should never be steamed or pressed
3. Should never be dried in an automatic dryer
4. Should never be cleaned with detergents

Please feel free to call Awnings Plus with any questions at 716.693.3690 in Rochester (585) 232-8760

Please note: All awnings have some initial water leakage, especially when new. THIS IS NORMAL! After your awning has been rained upon several times it will adjust itself and most leakage should stop. We cannot warranty the awning for a few drops which may come through, but we will be happy investigate any problems with significant leakage.

Acrylic awnings are characteristically less water repellent than the cotton canvas by a small degree, NO specific warranty for leakage can be offered with ANY awning fabric.

SEASONAL TAKE DOWN AND PUT UP SERVICE

Among the services we offer is removal of your awning in the Fall and reinstallation in the Spring. Most of our customers ask that we keep their awning in our storage facility over the winter; a service we provide at not additional cleaning. Our office will send you more information in the Fall concerning these services.