Awning covers Merseyside Do you need to replace an
awning cover in Merseyside? SBi offer a range of acrylic awning covers and sunsilk
snc fabrics, perla FR, transilk and transolair awning covers. When choosing
your awning cover it is worth asking the question as to whether the awning cover
is stitched together or bonded together. Bonded awning covers give an improved
appearance. The bonding process lends the cover a vastly improved appearance.
It has been tested for its longevity. The compression bonding process offers a
number of advantages. Under normal conditions the panels joints are impermeable
to light and water and resistant to changes in temperature. The cover is more
likely to last longer because of its smooth surface. In addition bonding avoids
the problem of gradual breakdown of the sewing thread from the effects of UV
and weathering. SBI supply Markilux awning covers with bonded covers as
standard. The exception to this is that we supply covers from other
collections, perfotex, and covers for the Markilux 8000 and 8500 conservatory
awnings with a stitched finish. Awning covers are industrially manufactured
textile products, which serve both functional, and a decorative role. They are
high-performance products that meet strict technical requirements and undergo
extensive laboratory testing during every production run. Criteria such as
water impermeability, rigidity, dirt and water-repellent properties, resistance
to tearing and tear propagation, colour fastness and numerous other
characteristics are defined, assessed and guaranteed for each fabric type by
the manufacturer. It is important as a consumer to know that although only
first class, quality controlled fabric is used in the awning covers production,
there are limits to the degree of perfection that can be achieved. Awning covers
have certain imperfections in the fabric but such characteristics cannot be
completely eradicated even with today’s technology. Creases can appear during
the cover making process and the fabric is folded. A dark line may become
visible at the crease when viewed against the light, especially with light
colours. This is because the fibres are bent when the fabric is folded which
changes the light transmitting qualities of the material. Puckering can appear
along the side hems, around the seams and the centre of the panel. There is a
double layer of fabric at the seams, which are sewn or bonded when flat. as the
awning cover is wound onto the roller the two layers of fabric are forced to
assume different diameters thus creating tension within the fabric. The tension
of the folding arms and the weight of the roller and or front profile can
contribute to this effect. Puckering can also develop if a water trough forms
during a heavy rainfall. Tension induced stretching of the side hems. In most
cases an active tensioning system keeps the cover taut almost permanently.
Although seams and hems provide reinforcement, they also have to withstand the
most strain. When the cover is rolled up the seams and hems roll up on
themselves, which increases the pressure and tautness still further. They are
therefore put under a lot tension and this can cause them to stretch slightly.
As a consequence side hems may sag slightly when the awning is extended. In the
case of both stitched and bonded awning covers all seams are symmetrical. This
ensures that the awning runs smoothly and that it is aesthetically pleasing to
the eye, as - in the case of striped fabrics - the pattern on both sides of the
cover finishes evenly. So that you may enjoy your awning covers for many years
to come here are a few tips for its care: Dust can best be removed when dry
with a soft brush. Remove leaves, twigs and similar debris immediately. Small
persistent marks should be removed as follows: Wash by hand using a
commercially accepted preferably liquid - detergent (5% soap solution at max.
30C water temperature). Rinse thoroughly with clean water.SBI designers can bring samples of the various fabrics to your
home or business for you to select the right colour and pattern to suit your
surroundings. SBI are experts in awning covers and have been
advising clients on fabrics for over 15 years, so for a free quotation in
Merseyside call 0800 0742 721 or email sbi.install@btinternet.com
