Paint Polyester Awning

Cover a large flat work surface with cling film to protect it from paint splatter.

Paint polyester awning.

This makes it a great weekend project as it only takes about 15 minutes to spray a 6 x8 awning. Colors like black crimson or steel blue are fantastic for refreshing the look of a dated awning fabric. Prepare the work area. If you re going with this approach it may take a couple layers of paint and we recommend a clear code above the fabric to seal the surface.

Things needed painter s tape medium grit sanding sponge rags utility vacuum cleaner with hose attachment optional mineral spirits or liquid deglosser chemical resistant gloves eye protection latex bonding paint primer exterior grade paint stir sticks paint pan 2 paint pan liners trim size paint. If you want to paint your awning darker this is the easiest option. Another example of a coating based outdoor fabric is acrylic coated polyester commonly used for boat covers grill covers outdoor umbrellas and awnings. If you re looking for a durable water proof and fire resistant awning fabric that is energy efficient then a vinyl polyester composite fabric might be right for you.

Our favorite method of applying the waterproofing solution is through a spray bottle on the mist setting. Natural fiber awnings need to be replaced more often than their acrylic or vinyl or vinyl polyester composite counterparts. We normally do three coats allowing each one to dry for 4 hours. You can normally go with a darker color to cover up faded fabric.

Set out paints fill spray bottle with water set out containers and cover work area.