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I bought a brand new Apache porch awning this year - and that smells!

The first time we put it up a couple of weeks back we both thought it smelled like B.O.  After agreeing that the source of the niff wasn't either of us (!) we determined that it was the awning.

It did get better after a day or two though!

What does yours smell of?  and is it the groundsheet, the awning or both?  If it's just a PVC groundsheet, then you could simply replace it with another cheap tarp.  They certainly do stink when they've been on grass for any length of time.

Next time you pack it away, roll in a couple of sheets that are used in a tumble dryer. like bounce or fabreeze.

Should be smelling nice and fresh next time you unpack it!

Quote: Originally posted by SunnyGal on 02/7/2007

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Hi Linda,

I wouldent have thought so as effectively it,s like the awning being in a heavy rainfall.

Regards Nickki

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I would have thought a good airing and spray with Fabreze. I wouldn't use Jeyes, agree with the public loo comment.

Hi Linda,

I Think you should buy a new one and give the old one to any friends you know who have a caravan.  Problem solved.

Caz