Canvas Care

In most environments, a thorough cleaning of your Sunbrella® canvas product will be needed every two to three years. We provide cleaning and waterproofing services for all of our canvas products made with Sunbrella® fabrics. Please contact us to schedule a cleaning or refer to the below for self cleaning instructions.

Schedule a Cleaning

Self Cleaning

To keep Sunbrella® fabrics looking good and delay the need for deep or vigorous cleanings, hose fabrics off on a monthly basis with clear water. This practice will help prevent dirt from becoming deeply embedded in the fabric and eliminate the need for more frequent vigorous cleanings. The fabric can be cleaned without being removed from the installation.

Brush off loose dirt.
Spray on a cleaning solution of water and mild soap. DO NOT USE DETERGENTS.
Use a soft bristle brush to clean.
Allow cleaning solution to soak into the fabric.
Rinse thoroughly until all soap residue is removed.
Air dry.

For more stubborn cases:
Soak the fabric for approximately twenty minutes in a solution of no more than 1/2 cup (4 oz.) of a non-chlorine bleach and 1/4 cup (2 oz.) natural soap per gallon of water at approximately 100℉. Rinse thoroughly in cold water to remove all of the soap. Note: Excessive soaking in non-chlorine bleach can deteriorate sewing threads. This method of cleaning may remove part of the water repellency and the fabric should receive an application of air curing fluorocarbon water repellent treatment, such as 303 Hi Tech Fabric Guard, if repellency is a factor.

Sunbrella® fabrics are made from 100% Sunbrella® Acrylic fiber which is thermoplastic. DO NOT SUBJECT TO EXCESSIVE HEAT.

When Sunbrella® fabric is stored, it should be cleaned, allowed to air dry and stored in a dry, well ventilated area.