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How Do I Measure For Awnings?
By
Charlotte Parr
•Posted on: 15th November 2015
(Last updated 4 hours ago)
Tags:
awnings
It’s a common question among caravanners new to awnings or touring altogether, and luckily, it’s an “easy when you know how” task!
Before we begin, check online or in your manual to see if your awning size is listed – it should be in centimetres.
Not there? Here’s how to measure yourself:
Firstly, make sure your caravan is level and is loaded, so you can be as accurate as possible.
Next, starting at the ground directly below, measure right round the caravan using the picture guide in this article (most caravans have an awning rail or channel you can follow, which makes life easier). You should end measuring when you reach the ground directly below on the other side. If you don’t have a big enough tape measure, a ball of string will usually go all the way round, and you can measure the length of that afterwards.
When you’ve got the size in centimetres, you can use this to determine which size awning you will need. Different manufacturers size differently (for example, 790cm would be a size 800 in Kampa and size 6 in Suncamp).
If you’re having any difficulty, give our awnings team a call on 01772 685949, and they’ll be happy to help you figure out what you need.
Charlotte Parr
Here at Preston Caravans & Motorhomes, we are a family run business with over 50 years experience in the leisure industry. We’re very proud of our team, many of whom have been working together for decades.