joshhunter73
2025-07-07 08:11:31
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Hello everyone,
I have installed a folding arm awning without guide rails above my terrace. Basically, it works well, but since commissioning, I have had difficulties with the fabric tension.
When retracting, folds form in the middle of the awning fabric, which lay unfavorably when rolling up. When extending, folds form that partly run over the fabric support ring – which has already caused three tears in the fabric.
I have tried adjusting the fabric support ring to improve the tension, but unfortunately without real success.
In addition, I had to install the awning with a rather flat angle to avoid conflicts with the existing terrace roof. This probably restricts the fabric's drainage possibilities somewhat, but a steeper angle was not feasible structurally.
Otherwise, the awning works perfectly – only the problem with the fabric worries me.
My question to you:
How can the fabric tension be correctly adjusted on a folding arm awning?
Are there any other tips on how to prevent folds when retracting and extending?
Pictures are attached so you can get a better idea.
Thank you in advance for your help!
Best regards Josh
I have installed a folding arm awning without guide rails above my terrace. Basically, it works well, but since commissioning, I have had difficulties with the fabric tension.
When retracting, folds form in the middle of the awning fabric, which lay unfavorably when rolling up. When extending, folds form that partly run over the fabric support ring – which has already caused three tears in the fabric.
I have tried adjusting the fabric support ring to improve the tension, but unfortunately without real success.
In addition, I had to install the awning with a rather flat angle to avoid conflicts with the existing terrace roof. This probably restricts the fabric's drainage possibilities somewhat, but a steeper angle was not feasible structurally.
Otherwise, the awning works perfectly – only the problem with the fabric worries me.
My question to you:
How can the fabric tension be correctly adjusted on a folding arm awning?
Are there any other tips on how to prevent folds when retracting and extending?
Pictures are attached so you can get a better idea.
Thank you in advance for your help!
Best regards Josh