Practical Caravan

HOW TO CHOOSE AN AWNING

WHICH AWNING IS the best one for you? Of course, the obvious answer to that is, only you know. And don’t let any pushy sales folk try to persuade you otherwise.

That said, specialist awning retailers will be your real friend as you make the journey from initial research to purchase. You can use these experts to help you decide particular models that are best for you.

But first, you’ll need to set yourselves some basic criteria, including what you want to use the awning for. Are you looking for helpful cover and weather protection on short trips, or perhaps extra living/sleeping space on full holiday breaks?

First, a warning

‘Divorce in a bag’ – that’s the unfortunate handle that’s been attached to the otherwise quite blameless caravan awning.

This is basically the result of years of heated arguments when it comes to putting up your awning. But these days, the tag is a bit outdated.

Today’s awnings are not just

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