Covering My Caravan

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Hi JMR. I used to use a so called "tarp" bought from Bunnings or somewhere but that tore itself to bits in the wind after about 3 months.
I got a quote from a canvas goods maker of $800 for a fully fitted cover with big zips but at that price it can stay in the weather for a while longer!
Giving it a good polish once or twice a year should help keep it good.
Alan.

Some of my mates can squeeze theirs in sheds or under carports. Just depends how big it is I suppose.

HAIG make a caravan cover for vans 18 up to 24 ft

Try this mob. Order online.
http://www.caravancovers.com.au/
Rosco

JMR,

I bought a good quality tarp from a camping store for about $150 and used it to cover my boat. I expected it to last about 12mths in the QLD sun but it lasted over 4 years and I only got rid of it because I put my boat in a nice shiny big shed that cost a packet (certainly more than the $150 tarp!).

The trick is to find a good quality tarp. (or spend a packet on a shed) Good camping stores know the difference.

Andrew

Give some thought to a shade cloth cover. 90% shade, bound around the perimeter
and with an eyelet every couple of metres. I have one each for the boat and the caravan, they're light to take off and on and seem to last forever

Buy a copy of Caravan World magazine - there are a couple of mobs selling 'van covers in the latest edition, from memory.

Thanks very much every one for your advice, have contacted caravan covers,
they seem to be the go. Cheers.