If you’ve been shopping for an awning or chatting with a supplier, you might’ve heard the term “solution dyed” or “dope dyed” thrown around.

For newcomers to the caravan and motorhome scene, it can sound like just another technical term but understanding it can make a big difference in how well your awning performs and how long it lasts. In fact, knowing the difference (or lack of one) between these two phrases could help you avoid fading, wear, and even unnecessary replacement costs down the road.

In this article, you will learn:

• • What “solution dyed” and “dope dyed” really mean in fabric production
• • How these fabrics hold up better in sun, wind, and wet conditions
• • What to look for when choosing an awning that will truly last
• • Let’s start with the basics what these terms actually mean and why they matter.

We like to keep our customers as up to date as possible and as you may well be aware the Red Sea situation is likely to have an affect on us.
We have now had information from manufacturers regarding the situation here is a little snippet -
The issues in the Red Sea are not progressing to a conclusion in the near future.
Carriers appear to have given up hope that the threat