We are regularly contacted by caravanners enquiring about the floor measurements of various awnings with a view to completely finishing the floor and then just erecting the awning as normal.

It is not quite so straightforward.

We are not in a position to provide exact floor measurements for our awnings when erected. The measurements will vary according to the year and model of the awning and also whether the awning is attached to a slightly taller or squarer caravan, which will reduce the measurements somewhat compared to a more curved caravan of the same size.

The only rough measurement that you can base your calculation on is to measure the length of the caravan, add 60 cm and time this figure with the depth of the awning. In this way, you are able to ensure that you have sufficient materials for the floor, but you should expect that the sides have different angles.

In fact, the best solution is to erect the awning BEFORE laying the floor (remember to tighten it well), as it is then possible to lay the floor to fit just within the awning skirt, and if required, the exact measurements of the floor could be taken at this point.

Naturally, many caravanners will find their own individual solutions, but it is worth bearing in mind that if the floor is too big, it will rub against the awning and potentially rip it, or it may prevent rain water from dripping freely on to the ground.

In the event of a major difference in level, the option is to construct a plateau, but the caravan must be on a level with the floor to make it possible to tighten the awning correctly, ensuring an even pull on the rubber straps.

Our awnings are produced to fit on to caravans sitting on the ground. If you place a thick floor in front of it, you will reduce the interior standing height, and if you intend to fix the awning to the floor, we recommend that the caravan is raised correspondingly.

It is advisable to study carefully the assembly instructions of your awning, and you may want to supplement the information provided by logging on to our assembly guidelines and videos on our Web site.

Caravanners are increasingly providing their awnings with wooden floors