Prepare the work area.
Paint polyester awning.
Cover a large flat work surface with cling film to protect it from paint splatter.
Colors like black crimson or steel blue are fantastic for refreshing the look of a dated awning fabric.
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.
It is durable and resistant to things like mold and mildew while holding its color quite well.
Spread polyester fabric over surface.
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.
It can be a bit tricky to paint your awning a lighter color.
You can normally go with a darker color to cover up faded fabric.
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.
We normally do three coats allowing each one to dry for 4 hours.
This makes it a great weekend project as it only takes about 15 minutes to spray a 6 x8 awning.
Set out paints fill spray bottle with water set out containers and cover work area.