RV Cover Repair: Sewing versus Patch Kits
RV covers can suffer from wear and tear for a number of different reasons. The most common source is improper installation, either by leaving an oversized RV cover unsecured or by not padding sharp edges and corners. When paired with wind damage over time these sources yield holes and wear. The three most common approaches to RV cover repair are outlined below.
Sewing Your RV Cover
Sewing an RV cover has a number of advantages and disadvantages. Sewing may be your only recourse for excessively large rips and holes of several feet. While sewing is a skill not found in everyone’s do-it-yourself wheelhouse, it can be self taught with relatively inexpensive materials. RV cover repair sewing supplies should include excess materials. You’ll want to avoid tightening your RV cover at its stress points. When sewing on a patch, leave ample material between your sew-points and the hole to prevent further fraying and bigger holes. Also, sewing creates puncture holes which may require additional glues and patches for waterproofing.
RV Cover Repair with a Patch Kit
Patch kit technology has made strides beyond the former prevalence of “iron on” patches. The most effective and efficient RV cover repair kits come with their adhesive glues already applied and require only a clean, dry surface for application. Simply wipe away dirt and debris with a damp towel and give your RV cover a few minutes to dry. Reduce the potential for peeling by rounding the corners of your patch with a scissors. Hanna RV offers SFS Aqua Shed RV Cover Patch kits to match both colors of SFS grey polypropylene, ADCO Tyvek Patch kits in white and grey, and ADCO Designer Series RV cover patch kits in white, tan, and dark tan.
Replacing Your RV Cover
After years of use and when RV cover repair appears to be too daunting a task, it may be time to consider replacement. Ensure your RV cover fits properly by buying one specifically engineered to match your camper size, and follow our RV cover installation instructions to maximize the life of your RV trailer cover.