Can Canvas Fabric From A Dometic Powered RV Awning Be Replaced With Solera Vinyl Awning Fabric
Updated 11/17/2025 | Published 12/14/2024
Question:
I have a Dometic power awning that has a canvas fabric. Can I replace the canvas with a vinyl fabric. I believe the vinyl will be easier on the motor
asked by: Scott B
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Expert Reply:
Hey Scott,
The fabric is interchangeable between brands so you would be able to switch to vinyl. To find the correct length we'll need to measure from the center of one awning arm to the center of the other awning arm (depicted below). Once we know this length I can see what color options we have for it. Do you have a preference?
expert reply by:
Kevin C
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Measuring for awning
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Solera Manual Retractable Awning to Electric RV Awning Conversion Kit - Pull Style to Power - Black
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Chris R.
11/17/2025
Hey Scott, were you able to measure the distance between your awning arms to find the right vinyl fabric length? Once you had that, did you find a color that matched your setup? Your update could make it easier for others looking to switch from canvas to vinyl.