How to Clean an RV Awning
Updated October 9, 2026 3 min readBy Dominick, owner of Slums Mobile Detailing
Rolling up a wet or dirty awning is the fastest way to grow mildew.
How do you clean an RV awning?
Extend the awning, rinse, apply an awning-specific cleaner, scrub gently with a soft brush on both sides, rinse thoroughly and let it dry completely before rolling it up. Vinyl and acrylic fabrics need different cleaners — never use bleach on acrylic.