RVing 101: How to Set up and Take Down an Airstream RV Awning

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Here are the most common RV Airstream awning accessories on the market and how to install them in your own recreational vehicle.

One of the most remarkable features of Airstream RV camping is the retractable onboard awning. Airstream RV awnings feature durable, vibrant fabrics and corrosion-resistant materials, providing years of worry-free protection from the sun and passing showers. The key to your awning’s longevity is properly setting it up at the campsite and taking it down before leaving.

Proper Airstream RV awning set up

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Airstream equips its RVs with at least one electrically powered or manual awning on the camper’s curbside. The curbside features the RV’s entry door and is where you’ll set up camp. Your Airstream RV may feature multiple awnings with similar controls.