Roof light dome ‘Darkening System’

[Andygee70]

Hello forumistas,

We’re on our first break in the caravan with the wife and kids at a lovely little site near Northwich, Blakemere Holiday Park.

I’ve noticed a couple of the folding shades for the roof dome have splits in the folds (see photo).

Without replacing them - which I guessing would cost a fortune - is there a quick fix that could remedy this small but annoying problem?

Thanks in advance, as always 👍

 

[toad a caravan]

I can't help you with your problem,but I hope you all enjoy your break

 

[Dustydog]

How old is the caravan?
My old girl has blinds just like yours. With age the fabric wears , fails and lets light dots in.
We have tried various remedial methods , tapes , glues nail varnish . Some have worked short term but none long term.
I know some people have made up their own blackout curtain securing it to the frame with double sided stick velcro.

 

[Mel]

I vaguely remember someone posting that they had replaced a similar blind with one from ikea?? Think it was on here?? Serious googling may find something. Try You tube as well.
Mel

 

[birdman101]

Have you tried SFM caravan breakers for a good second hand one

 

[Mr Plodd]

Thin aluminium foil tape on the hidden side does the job, fiddly, but not difficult. Duct tape is too thick.

 

[Andygee70]

How old is the caravan?
My old girl has blinds just like yours. With age the fabric wears , fails and lets light dots in.
We have tried various remedial methods , tapes , glues nail varnish . Some have worked short term but none long term.
I know some people have made up their own blackout curtain securing it to the frame with double sided stick velcro.

2012 - I could live with it but an inexpensive easy fix would be great 👍

 

[Andygee70]

I vaguely remember someone posting that they had replaced a similar blind with one from ikea?? Think it was on here?? Serious googling may find something. Try You tube as well.
Mel

IKEA? Worth checking out - thank you 👍

 

[Andygee70]

Have you tried SFM caravan breakers for a good second hand one

I’ll check them out - thank you 👍

 

[Andygee70]

Thin aluminium foil tape on the hidden side does the job, fiddly, but not difficult. Duct tape is too thick.

Awesome, thank you for this. Would I need to take the frame off?