Come spring, most owners want to pull the covers off, hitch up and go. What they find instead can be less welcome: a green-streaked exterior, tired seals, a musty smell inside.
A caravan that sits outside for months faces conditions it was never designed to sit in. Here’s what a winter can do, and how to stop it.
Moisture builds up. Rain, condensation and long periods of inactivity are a bad mix. Damp is one of the biggest threats to a caravan in storage, and it often starts at the seals and roof areas, where water finds its way in.
The exterior takes a beating. Months of rain, dirt, bird droppings and pollution leave black water streaking and grime that takes real time to clean off.
Rubber seals wear. Around the windows, seals are constantly exposed to the weather and can perish over time.
Fabrics and decals fade. Even in winter, UV does its work on curtains, furniture and decals.
Other things go wrong too. Frozen water systems, flat batteries and tyres that develop flat spots are all common winter problems on a caravan left alone.
Not all of it, but a good share. The exterior problems (streaking, grime, tired seals, faded decals) come from one thing: months of direct exposure to the weather. Take the exposure away and you take away much of the damage.
That’s what a tailored winter cover does. It sits between your caravan and the elements all season, so rain, dirt, bird droppings and UV hit the cover instead of the van.
| Left uncovered | Under a tailored cover | |
|---|---|---|
| Bodywork | Streaked, grimy, bird-dropping marks | Shielded from the worst of the weather and dirt |
| Seals & roof | Fully exposed to rain and frost | Protected from direct exposure |
| Decals & fabrics | Open to UV fading | Shaded from UV |
| Spring cleaning | A long job | Much shorter |
| Appearance on site | Obvious, easy to look into | Covered and out of sight |
Not all covers are equal, and a poor one can cause more problems than it solves. A cover that traps moisture, flaps against the bodywork or rubs on the paint can do damage of its own, which defeats the point of buying one.
A cheap universal cover is sized to roughly fit a range of caravans, so it rarely fits any of them well. Ours cost more than those, and there’s a reason. Each one is made for your specific make, model and year, from fabric chosen for the job. You’re paying for a cover that fits, breathes and protects properly.
Waterproof and breathable. Our caravan covers are made from Torrent, a multi-layered fabric that keeps rain out and lets moisture vapour escape. A cover that traps moisture against the van is worse than none. Some condensation under the cover in cooler months is normal and clears as temperatures rise.
Non-abrasive. The fabric is designed not to scratch paintwork or windows. For best results, fit it to a clean van.
Tailored to your make, model and year. A universal cover sags and flaps in the wind. A tailored one sits snug, so there’s no loose fabric moving against the van all winter.
Practical. Door access as standard means you can get in without taking the cover off. It’s secured underneath with webbing straps and elasticated corners, and comes with an A-frame cover and a storage bag.
Made in Yorkshire and NCC Verified.
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£489.00
Designed to protect your caravan in storage, our Made to measure roof covers shield the front, top, and back from all weather conditions and UV damage. Using the awning channels for a secure fit, it’s the ideal solution for those looking to solely protect these key areas.
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£589.00
The perfect solution for protecting your caravan when not in use. Made-to-measure with our extensive pattern database, our covers provide all-weather protection, UV resistance, and a bespoke fit to keep your caravan safe and ready for your next adventure.
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