How to clean, care and maintain your Expeditions canvas pop top
Your canvas requires a degree of maintenance and care. General marking and mould is inevitable for outdoor fabrics, prompt attention to the affected area will minimise the chance of staining or fabric degradation.
To obtain the maximum life for your canvas fabric, the following points should be noted:
- A regular, minimum weekly cleaning regiment with appropriate products will prolong the life of the canvas.
- Keep the canvas clean by hosing regularly to remove dust, bird droppings and other solid particles with a suitable cloth (e.g. microfibre) or soft bristled brush and lukewarm water.
- No powered, high pressure washers to be used for cleaning the canvas. * Warranty will be voided.
- Do not apply detergents, abrasive cleaners, steel wool, cleaning fluids or insecticides. These have the potential to damage the fabric surface and void the guarantee. Strictly use a mild, lukewarm pH neutral soap solution with a sponge or soft bristled brush and water only for cleaning.
- Keep petrol, oil, solvents, kerosene and other similar fluids away from the canvas.
- Do not allow bird droppings, earth, sand or vegetable matter to remain in contact with the canvas.
- Water based stains should be treated first by rinsing with cold water. If this is not sufficient, then the canvas may be washed with a mild solution of soap in lukewarm water and rinsed thoroughly. We recommend gentle brushing with a soft brush or sponge as harsh scrubbing can damage any canvas coating.
- Remove soap residue with microfibre cloth and clean water.
- Dry thoroughly with a dry microfibre cloth.
- It is important that your canvas is left to dry after wet weather and should not be rolled up or stowed away when wet.
Disclaimer:
The cleaning and maintenance instructions provided are general guidelines for caring for your canvas. Zone RV is not responsible for any damage caused by improper cleaning methods, use of products, or failure to follow the recommended procedures.