that. Here are some tips you can use to clean your awning or canopy. FOR CANVAS FABRICS Canvas fabric should be cleaned regularly before substances such as dirt, roof particles, etc.... are allowed to accumulate on and become embedded in the fabric. The fabric can be cleaned without being removed from the frame. Simply brush off any loose dirt, roof particles, etc... staining. Do not use charcoal grill beneath the awning. Do not permit leaves, twigs, pine needles, etc. to remain on your awning. Do not drag your awning across any abrasive surfaces...