Dometic Universal RV Patio Awning Replacement Fabric, 18ft Sandstone
Dometic Universal RV Patio Awning Replacement Fabric, 18ft Sandstone — Product description
The Dometic universal patio awning replacement fabric brings a tired RV awning back to life without replacing the whole assembly. It's a one-piece Sandstone vinyl canopy sized for 18-foot awnings with an 8-foot extension, finished with a Polar White vinyl weathershield along the leading edge.
When your RV's patio awning fabric starts to crack, fade, chalk, or tear, you don't have to buy a whole new awning. This Dometic universal replacement fabric slides into most standard patio awning rollers and gives you a fresh, weather-ready canopy again. It's cut for an 18-foot awning with an 8-foot extension, so it throws a big patch of shade over your campsite when it's rolled all the way out.
The canopy is a one-piece build in Sandstone, a warm neutral tan that hides road grime and campground dust a lot better than a bright white would. Along the front edge you get a Polar White vinyl weathershield. That's the wrap that shields the rolled-up fabric when the awning is stowed and you're rolling down the highway. Because it's a single piece with no lengthwise seam, there's nothing running the span of the canopy to split, leak, or let go a few seasons in.
Universal is the key word here. This fabric is made to fit the common patio awning setups you'll find on travel trailers, fifth wheels, and motorhomes, the ones that use a roller tube and a rail track. The fabric edges are finished with the standard poly cord bead that feeds into the roller groove and the awning rail on the coach, so you're reusing your existing arms, roller, and hardware. You're just swapping the worn cloth.
Who's this for? Any owner staring at a sun-rotted or wind-torn awning who'd rather spend a couple hundred dollars on fabric than four figures on a complete assembly. If your arms, roller tube, and end caps are still solid, and most of the time they are, the fabric is the only part that actually wears out. This is the fix.
What it isn't: it's not a complete awning, and it's not the hardware. There are no arms, no roller tube, no brackets in the box. It's the fabric and its attached weathershield only. It also isn't a made-to-measure canopy, so measure your existing awning before you order. Awning size is set by the rail length on the coach, not by how far the fabric reaches when extended, and the size on the box refers to that awning length.
A quick word on measuring, because it trips people up. Pull a tape from the center of one awning arm to the center of the other, or measure the metal awning rail itself, and round to the nearest foot. That's your awning size. The actual fabric is cut a little shorter than the rail number so it clears the arms, which is normal and expected. If you land right at 18 feet, this is your fabric. When you're between sizes, go with the number your old fabric was originally sold as.
The vinyl itself is built for life outside. It sheds rain, stands up to UV, and wipes clean with mild soap and water when the pollen and tree sap pile up. Roll it in wet now and then and you'll be fine, but for the longest life, let it dry before you stow it for a long trip or winter layup so you don't trap moisture against the roll. Sandstone with the Polar White weathershield is a classic RV combination that looks right on just about any coach color.
Swapping the fabric is a two-person afternoon job with basic hand tools. You'll de-tension the spring in the roller, feed the old fabric out of the rail and roller grooves, then feed the new one in the same way and re-tension. Take your time with the spring, follow your awning maker's procedure, and you'll have fresh shade over the picnic table by dinner.
Key Features
- Sized for 18-foot patio awnings with an 8-foot (96-inch) extension for wide, full-campsite shade coverage
- One-piece fabric construction with no lengthwise seam, so there's nothing down the span to split or leak over time
- Sandstone vinyl canopy, a warm neutral tan that hides road grime and campground dust better than bright white
- Polar White vinyl weathershield along the leading edge protects the rolled-up fabric while the awning is stowed and you're driving
- Universal fit for standard roller-and-rail patio awnings on travel trailers, fifth wheels, and motorhomes
- Standard poly-cord bead edges feed into your existing roller groove and coach rail, so you reuse all your current hardware
- Weather-ready vinyl sheds rain, resists UV fade, and wipes clean with mild soap and water
- Fabric-only replacement, a far cheaper fix than a complete awning assembly when your arms and roller are still good
Why Buy from NVN Marine
- Authorized Dometic reseller, full manufacturer warranty
- NMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs
- Same-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items
- NY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store
Technical specifications
| Title | Dometic Universal RV Patio Awning Replacement Fabric, 18ft Sandstone |
|---|---|
| Brand | Dometic |
| Manufacturer Part Number | B3314989NS.418 |
| UPC | 0713814208059 |
| Awning Length | 18 Feet |
| Extension | 8 Feet (96 Inches) |
| Fabric Color | Sandstone |
| Weathershield Color | Polar White |
| Material | Vinyl |
| Construction | One-Piece Fabric |
| Fit | Universal, for standard roller-and-rail patio awnings |
| Application | RV Patio Awning Replacement Canopy |
Frequently asked questions
Can I replace just the fabric on my RV patio awning?
Yes. If your awning arms, roller tube, and end caps are still in good shape, the fabric is usually the only part that wears out. This Dometic universal fabric swaps into your existing hardware, so you skip the cost of a whole new awning.
What size awning does this fit?
It's sized for an 18-foot patio awning with an 8-foot extension. Awning size is measured by the rail length on your coach, arm center to arm center, rounded to the nearest foot. The fabric itself is cut a little shorter than 18 feet so it clears the arms.
What color is it?
The canopy is Sandstone, a warm neutral tan, with a Polar White vinyl weathershield along the front edge. It's a classic RV combination that suits most coach colors.
Is this a complete awning or just the fabric?
Fabric only. There are no arms, roller tube, brackets, or end caps in the box. You reuse all of your existing awning hardware and just replace the worn cloth.
What is the weathershield for?
The Polar White vinyl weathershield is the wrap along the leading edge that covers the rolled-up fabric when the awning is stowed. It protects the canopy from UV and road debris while you're driving. On this one-piece fabric it's already attached.
Will it fit my brand of awning?
It's a universal replacement made for the common roller-and-rail patio awning setups found on travel trailers, fifth wheels, and motorhomes. The edges use the standard poly-cord bead that feeds into a roller groove and awning rail. Measure your rail length and confirm it's an 18-foot awning before ordering.
Why is one-piece construction better?
A one-piece fabric has no seam running the length of the canopy, so there's no stitched or welded joint down the span to split, leak, or fail as the vinyl ages in the sun.
How do I keep the vinyl in good shape?
Wipe it down with mild soap and water when pollen, dirt, or tree sap build up. It's fine to roll it in wet occasionally, but for long trips or winter storage let it dry first so you don't trap moisture against the roll.
How hard is it to install?
It's a two-person afternoon job with basic hand tools. You de-tension the roller spring, feed the old fabric out of the rail and roller grooves, feed the new one in the same way, and re-tension. Follow your awning maker's spring procedure carefully.
