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Dorema Porch Awning Review

Dorema are one of the premium caravan awning manufacturers in the UK, and have a great reputation for their production of quality porch awnings. The big plus point with Dorema is the customer care, they do look after each and every customer. They have a dedicated phone line with instant access to their technicians, who will give you all the advice and information you need. If you are having problems, then give them a call. They have a wealth of awning experience, and have been making them for many years now. Their technology is one of the best in the business, and they come up with innovative and creative solutions for easy camping trips. All their caravan awnings are simple to use, and offer many practical alternatives if you want to customise them.

The Dorema porch range has four awnings to choose from, and they vary in price and specification. The first in the range is the Dorema Hilton, and this is made to fit caravans of 225-250cms in height. Remember all measurements are in centimetres. It features the fibre tech fibreglass frame which is anti corrosive, very strong and flexible. It is one of the easiest awnings on the market to set up. It also comes with the safe lock system which gives added stability in windy conditions. The canvas is Ten Cate, which is very durable and weather proof, so it will last you a long time, and not degrade and fade over time. You get two doors at either side of the awning for better access, and there are windows on all three sides for good viewing.

All these windows have privacy curtains. The front panel can be rolled up or zipped out to give a nice sun shade and allow easy access. The zips make the process even easier. Another useful addition is the reversible mud wall, that can be used inside or outside. This helps to protect the bottom of the awning. The Hilton is also free standing, so it does not attach to the side of the caravan. This gives you the freedom to move off site without taking the awning down, and the back supports are coated to protect your caravan. Free standing also stops any damage to your caravan in bad weather as there will be no pressure on the caravan walls.

The roof is slanted to allow water to fall away without puddling on the top, and the roof material is TenCate. The walls are made from acrylic which is very breathable and water proof. The weight is just 18kgs, so you can store it with ease when travelling. There are a variety of colours to choose, with blue and grey, green and grey, and finally burgundy and grey. Prices start at around £400 to about £450 depending on where you go.

The Dorema Laser is designed for more permanent use, and has the latest Ten Cate all season material which gives it even more durability and strength to survive the worst weather all year round. It makes it totally waterproof as well. It will fit caravans of 225-250cms in height, just like the Hilton and it weighs 21kgs, so it is a little bit heavier, but not by much. The Laser also has the easy grip quick system, which means there are only three parts to the entire awning set up. The support poles can be fitted in place with the strong clamps, and this makes the whole thing very safe and strong. Dorema technicians have developed this system over many years, and the result is very good indeed for awning owners.

The depth of the Laser is 2 metres, so you get some decent room inside for your things. The front panel can be zipped up or rolled up to give you a nice front space when the sun is shining. The side panels each have a door, and there are numerous windows on each side so you ill have no problem seeing outside. The frame is made from lightweight aluminium and is coated for extra protection from the elements. This is a well made and quality awning, that will not let you down. A fly screen is also there on the left side, and you have a ventilation flap to allow the air to circulate better. The prices begin at around £420 and rise to £470. Always have a good look at the different places because you will find the prices do vary from one place to the other. There are always sales going on, and may find it cheaper than this.

The next awning is the Dorema Toronto, and this just happens to be the most popular in the Dorema porch awning line up. It is the best seller by far. This awning has the fibre tech frame so it will last a very long time without much trouble. It will caravans up to 225-250cms just like the others will, but it is a bit bigger at 245cms depth. The front and ide panels all have windows and doors in them which can be altered. The front panel can also be zipped up or rolled up out of the way with ease.

It looks very stylish and is well designed for a lot of use. The quality materials mean this is a class above cheaper porch awnings, and is the reason why it is so popular with caravanners all over the country. The prices start at about £445, but it is well worth the money.

The last in the range is the Vitesse XL, and this is the most luxurious porch awning you find anywhere. It is designed for larger caravans, and has all the features of a full size awning but without the price tag. Think of it as an awning without the extra hassle of setting up al full size model. The main benefit of the Vitesse is that you can add a sleeping annex room to the side, so you have the ability to accommodate more people, and this can be a cost effective way of enjoying your travels. The fibre tech frame is standard, and you have removable front and side panels for better access, and if you want to create a sun canopy.

The annex can be fitted to either side of the main canopy, and this will cost around £250. It has a depth of 250 cms and is over 3 metres across, so you have a lot of extra space for the money. If you combine the Vitesse with the annex and the actual caravan space, then you do have a very large home from home. It weighs 26kgs, so it is not too heavy, and can be stored very easily. Prices are around £525 without the annex. If you want to save some money then you can always look for used models which should be considerably less.

Dorema have a nice range of awnings at affordable prices. All of them are quality products, and the prices reflect this. They are one of the most popular brands on the market, and many campers choose them for their caravans. Highly recommended for the ease of use, and also the after sales and support, which are never more than a phone call away.

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