Mending Tape for RV Cover

[Dan de La Mesa]

Does anyone have a recommendation for how to mend an RV cover? They usually cost a few hundred dollars and in the intense Southwest sun tend to rot out in a couple of years. Our current one is heavy canvas and in good shape except for two rips. I'm hoping to extend the cover's life, maybe with some strong mending tape?

 

[ChasA]

Sail repair tape.

 

[NY_Dutch]

The sail tape is a good suggestion. Years ago when we stored our RV for the winter we used an Adco cover. I recall it came with a small supply of self-adhesive patching material that matched the fabric and color. They also sold additional kits of repair materials. The patches held up pretty well...

 

[gwinger]

The sail tape is a good suggestion. Years ago when we stored our RV for the winter we used an Adco cover. I recall it came with a small supply of self-adhesive patching material that matched the fabric and color. They also sold additional kits of repair materials. The patches held up pretty well...

I also have a Adco cover. It was till under warranty and I called them about a repair kit. They sent me 2 large kits free. The adhesive on these pieces is unbelievable. Just make sure you put it where you want it. It sticks like crazy.
Covers are only going to last a few years though. Sun and wind degrade them.

 

[NY_Dutch]

I also have a Adco cover. It was till under warranty and I called them about a repair kit. They sent me 2 large kits free. The adhesive on these pieces is unbelievable. Just make sure you put it where you want it. It sticks like crazy.
Covers are only going to last a few years though. Sun and wind degrade them.

As I recall, we used our Adco cover for about 3 years, and each year it sprouted a few more patches. I know the new owner used it for a couple more years after we sold the Class C and moved up to a larger Class A in preparation for fulltiming. Now we just head south when people start tossing around that "snow" word...

 

[gwinger]

Adco also has the patch kits for sale. Says it will work on any cover.
When I patched mine, I put the patch material on the inside and outside. Double the strength.