Seasonal Caravan Pitching Awning on Concrete Standing.

[alphapets]

Hi,

Re:Seasonal Caravan Pitching Awning on Concrete Standing.

Advice on pitching awning on concrete to avoid damaging base and water seepage ?

Cheers

 

[Jcloughie]

This is not something I have ever done. I wonder if this is for touring or seasonal. Perhaps sand bags might be considered to trap the skirt.

John

 

[Buckman]

A good wind and sand bags will not hold any awning in place. Never heard of of concrete slab for whole pith making it impossible to pitch the awning.

I have seen it where there are two concrete strips for the caravan wheels and they do not interfere with pitching an awning. Caravan is always perfectly level on the strips/

 

[Mel]

Is it possible to position the caravan and awning so that the pegs fall just outside the concrete slab? Otherwise I can see no solution. What are others on the same site doing?
Mel

 

[Buckman]

Is it possible to position the caravan and awning so that the pegs fall just outside the concrete slab? Otherwise I can see no solution. What are others on the same site doing?
Mel

About two years ago we were on a concrete slab which was just wide enough for the caravan. We took the wheels of the caravan as close as possible to the edge so we could erect the awning. However we found that we were unable to peg in the awning pegs for at least a foot away from the concrete which left the awning flapping by the side of the caravan.

 

[audiorob]

Again I have never come across a hardstanding that is concreted over - usually gravel or similar to a decent depth, although the subsoil can still be very hard and superior rock pegs advised as wire or plastic bend or snap.

 

[otherclive]

Again I have never come across a hardstanding that is concreted over - usually gravel or similar to a decent depth, although the subsoil can still be very hard and superior rock pegs advised as wire or plastic bend or snap.

CCC site near Shrewsbury has some concrete hardstandings which were the bases of some old WW2 buildings. We didn’t bother with an awning when we visited.

 

[Dustydog]

As it’s a seasonal it is possible with a bit of patience you could drill peg holes for say screwpegs. They get screwed in and out with a power drill.

 

[Beachball]

Some seasonal pitches are concrete on the site we use some years ago and they had screwed down lengths of wood around the perimeter of the awning and then put hooks in to the wood .

 

[asimaltaf]

To pitch an awning on concrete without damaging the base or causing water seepage, you can follow these steps:

1. Use weighted anchors: Instead of drilling into the concrete, consider using weighted anchor systems like water or sand-filled bases to secure the awning without penetrating the surface.
2. Seal any holes: If you must drill into the concrete, use proper masonry anchors and ensure the holes are sealed with a waterproof sealant to prevent water seepage.
3. Elevate the base: You can also place rubber mats or protective pads under the base to lift it slightly, which helps prevent water pooling and reduces pressure on the concrete.

 

[alphapets]

Again I have never come across a hardstanding that is concreted over - usually gravel or similar to a decent depth, although the subsoil can still be very hard and superior rock pegs advised as wire or plastic bend or snap.

Definitely a concrete hard standing for all year round.

 

[alphapets]

To pitch an awning on concrete without damaging the base or causing water seepage, you can follow these steps:

1. Use weighted anchors: Instead of drilling into the concrete, consider using weighted anchor systems like water or sand-filled bases to secure the awning without penetrating the surface.
2. Seal any holes: If you must drill into the concrete, use proper masonry anchors and ensure the holes are sealed with a waterproof sealant to prevent water seepage.
3. Elevate the base: You can also place rubber mats or protective pads under the base to lift it slightly, which helps prevent water pooling and reduces pressure on the concrete.

I think a mixture of both drilling and weighted bags would be ideal.