What Is Better Vinyl Or Acrylic Awning ?

VINYL FABRICS -

Vinyl fabrics come in two different types: laminated and coated. Laminated vinyl is considered the standard awning fabric. It is strong, waterproof, and durable for medium to large awnings. Coated vinyl is higher quality and is the most durable of the vinyl fabrics. It is also strong, waterproof, and durable for any size project. But coated vinyl is also stain resistant, which could come in handy during the spring and fall months. Vinyl fabrics are easily maintained.

There are some downfalls to choosing vinyl fabrics. Although this fabric is durable, it is also not breathable as other fabric choices. It is also not as flexible as others, which could result in tears if you live in a windy area. This fabric also doesn’t come in as many color and pattern choices as other fabrics.

Many vinyl fabrics come with a five, eight, or 10 year warranty.

ACRYLIC FABRICS -

This fabric is extremely durable and repels water effectively. There is a wide variety of choices available in this fabric from including 100 percent acrylic, polyester coated acrylic, and cotton-polyester blends that are coated with acrylic.

This fabric is heavy and can be transparent. It works well in areas of high humidity and is resistant to mildew and UV rays. Although this fabric is durable, it does tend to shrink in cool weather and stretch in hot weather.

Many acrylic fabrics come with a 5-10 year warranty.

Acrylic V/S Vinyl Replacement Fabric -

Typically, all metal-wrapped awnings are acrylic (not vinyl). Acrylic fabrics hold color much better than vinyl and are very durable and easy to maintain.

Unlike vinyl, acrylic awning fabric "breathes", so moisture runs through it making it noticeably cooler under the awning.

Torn acrylic awnings can not be repaired.

Because vinyl fabrics don't "breath," it is usually hotter under a vinyl awning. Vinyl awnings also have a tendency to attract mildew. Carefree uses a stronger vinyl fabric than their competition and is less expensive.

Torn vinyl awnings can be repaired.

Acrylic is lighter, but the vinyl is easier to clean. And to repair, if needed. The acrylic is woven and treated with a waterproofing solution to make it water tight. Dirt and tree sap gets down into the weave and is difficult or impossible to get out. Hard scrubbing means re-waterproofing (easy enough, but an extra job).

That may not be an issue in open areas like your beach.

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