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28/5/2024 at 10:51am
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Having an awning cross a window is far from uncommon, especially perhaps for smaller vans where there is simply not enough length to position any other way.
It's not a problem, but a few compromises.
1) the window cannot be opened (well, maybe to the vent position is OK).
2) the awning may impact how much light comes in the window if awning substantially covers it.
3) risk of awning wall scuffing window and leaving marks, but minimised by cleaning window and awning wall of dirt before erecting in place (never been a problem on my van after years of doing so).
4) gaps in draft 'seal' between awning wall and caravan where window pushes the seal clear. It's minor and awnings have 'drafts' coming from multiple other places, so a petty gripe! The 'seal' is generally not great anyway against even a flat wall, and wind will find it's way in!
The poles fit OK, usually pressing against a padded foam cushion anyway, that adapts to some extent to ensure the effect of the window is minimised.
If you buy a Kampa/Dometic awning you can utilise their suction cup 'Limpet' system (you may need to add extra holes in wall skirt) to 'contour' the fit of the awning wall around the window, some other brands of awning MAY be able to utilise the Limpet pads if a suitable skirt, but likely you'd have to make your own fixing holes.
I've got a hefty Kampa 3.3m air awning, but for shorter stays (quicker/easier fitting) I've also got a smaller much lighter Sunncamp 2.6m poled (just one single hooped pole!) awning. Highly recommend that, in fact it's become pretty much my regular awning for all stays, thanks to it's easy up/down time and effort! Sunncamp Swift Deluxe, but just about every brand does a version of it with no obvious difference! Poled or Airbeam versions available, IMHO the pole is so easy and quick to fit, I see no real benefit in the significantly more expensive airbeam version!
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Topic: Awning advice
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