Winter securing of seasonal awnings for year-round use
If you plan to use a seasonal awning – such as the Ambassador, Commodore, Nordic, Forum or Penta – during the winter period (week 43 to week 11), it’s important to follow the requirements and recommendations below.
If you’re using your seasonal awning all year round, make sure to follow these requirements:
1: Avoid snow and water pockets
Optimal fabric tensioning is essential to protect your awning from snow and rain. A properly tensioned awning fabric reduces the risk of snow and water collecting in pockets on the roof. With Hercules Triple, you get an effective and easy-to-use solution that ensures the awning fabric is completely tight and stable.
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2: Peg your awning with 30 cm pegs all around
When the ground is frozen and the weather changes between snow and wind, it's important to use sturdy pegs that can provide extra stability in snow and cold. Our long, red Isabella 30 cm plastic pegs provide excellent support for this purpose.
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3: Choose Zinox MegaFrame frames
The MegaFrame frame is built to withstand even the most extreme weather conditions. With heavy-duty steel poles and double screw-lock brackets, the frame can withstand severe storms and heavy snow or rain.
Read about MegaFrame frames
4: Winter securing: Prevent your awning from collapsing in heavy snow
Snow can accumulate heavily on the roof, risking damage to your awning. It's a good idea to invest in winter securing to provide additional support for the roof. Winter securing consists of extra roof frames and support frames.
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5: Storm kit: Secure your awning against strong winds
A storm kit helps stabilize your awning during strong winds and protects the fabric from wear and tear. The durable storm kit installs directly inside the awning for added stability. We recommend you storm-proof your awning well in advance to avoid problems when the wind picks up.
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Recommendation: Is your seasonal awning insured for the winter?
Will you be using your seasonal awning – such as Ambassador, Commodore, Nordic, Forum or Penta – during the winter period (from week 43 to week 11)? We recommend that you contact your insurance company to make sure your awning is covered during the winter period.
Recommendation: In case of severe weather
In the event of severe weather such as heavy storms, hurricanes or large amounts of snow and rain, we recommend that you check your awning at the campsite.
Recommendation: Keep your awning clean in the winter cold
During winter, your awning rarely dries completely due to the high moisture levels in the air. That's why extra cleaning is important. Both inside and out. Our guide will help you with simple methods to keep your awning neat and functional all winter long.
See our guide on how to clean your awning during winter
Recommendation: Floor in the winter season
It's important that you also have the right floor in your awning. As a permanent winter pitcher, we recommend building your floor from the ground up in several layers. This helps protect your awning from dirt and moisture and provides optimal insulation.
ISABELLA GROUND COVER ... protects the awning from mud and splashes.
ISABELLA FLOOR ... for a firm, even floor.
ISABELLA GROUND SHEET ... to prevent moisture rising up from the ground.
ISABELLA COMFORT CARPET ... for soft comfort that provides insulation.
ISABELLA CARPET ... for a beautiful finish that’s easy to clean.
Read more about Isabella's flooring concept - layer upon layer for optimal comfort and protection.
Recommendation: Extra comfort during the winter months:
Invest in an inner roof
An inner roof keeps the heat in and the condensation out for a comfortable indoor climate in your awning. It traps condensation droplets that form when warm, moist air meets a cold surface.
Find an inner roof that fits your awning
Get a partition wall
If you have a larger awning, you may want to divide it into smaller sections using a partition wall. This creates smaller spaces that are quicker to heat up and retain heat better.
Partition wall for awnings with a depth of 2.5 m
Partition wall for awnings with a depth of 3 m
Increase comfort with floor heating
If you want extra warm feet, you can enhance the comfort with our floor heating system. The system includes a heating cable installed within aluminium plates, effectively distributing heat where it's needed most. Perfect under the dining table or by the sofa.