Tentproinc RV Awning Sun Shade Screen (8' x 15' 3") — Black UV Block Mesh for 16' Awning
Product description
What this sun shade screen is for
Tentproinc’s RV awning sun shade screen is designed to sit over the front area of your awning to cut down harsh sunlight while still keeping an open view. The idea is pretty simple: you get a cooler, more comfortable shaded spot, without feeling like you’re living behind a solid wall.
On paper, it’s aimed at RV, motorhome, and camper trailer owners who want day-to-day comfort—especially on hot days—while also dealing with wind that can tug at awning fabric. It’s not presented as a heavy-duty “all-weather” enclosure, but it does focus on UV reduction, airflow, and easier setup.
Key takeaways (how it performs in real life)
The standout claim here is UV blocking. The screen is said to block about 86% of UV, while still allowing you to see out through the mesh. That combination matters because it keeps the space feeling airy, which you’ll notice when you’re trying to cook, relax, or just hang out under the awning.
The shade also aims to lower the temperature under your awning. Again, the pitch is comfort: a roomier, cozier shaded area that can make peak sun days more tolerable.
There’s also an “wind reduction” angle. It’s described as breaking the force of cross-wind, and it’s noted that the shade can pair well with side shade for a cozier field. That’s the kind of practical benefit people actually feel—less flapping and fewer moments when you’re adjusting things every time the wind changes.
Still, keep expectations realistic: it’s a mesh sunscreen screen. If you’re expecting full privacy or a completely sealed, rain-blocking setup, this isn’t that. It’s about sun and comfort, not total enclosure.
What you’ll notice during setup and use
Installation is positioned as straightforward. It’s lightweight and easy to handle by hand, and it’s described as quicker to install than more complex multi-piece setups. The listing also mentions a zipper approach that combines two pieces of shade.
You’ll get included plastics stakes and bungee balls, packed in a storage bag. That detail isn’t glamorous, but it’s helpful if you don’t want to scramble for tie-down options when you arrive.
For a concrete example: imagine you pull into camp on a bright day, extend your RV awning, and want shade for the front seating area. Instead of sitting directly under blazing sun, you stretch this mesh screen over the awning front area and secure it with the included stakes and bungees. You still get visibility, but the space feels less intense and more usable.
Key specifications
- Type: Mesh RV awning sun shade screen
- Color: Black
- Fabric UV blocking: Blocks about 86% of UV
- View: Open view through the mesh
- Size (finished fabric measurement): 8 FT drop x 15 FT 3 INCH length
- Fit guidance: Fit for a 16 FT RV awning (based on center of arm to center of arm measurement)
- Not for: Girard awnings
- Warranty: 3 year warranty
- Included: 4 sets of plastics stakes & bungee balls (in a storage bag)
Who it suits (and who should skip it)
It makes sense if you prioritize sun protection and a breathable, open feel. You’ll appreciate it if you spend time under your RV awning and want to reduce UV exposure around your eyes and skin while keeping visibility.
It’s also a decent match if you’re tired of cross-wind making your awning area feel chaotic. The listing frames the screen as helping break cross-wind force, which can translate into fewer adjustments during breezier moments.
You may want to skip it if your setup requires a Girard awning (the listing says it doesn’t fit). Also, if you want full privacy or a closed-off barrier, mesh won’t deliver the same experience as solid screens.
Compatibility and buying checks before you order
This is where the decision gets a little picky—but in a good way. The product specifies it fits a 16 FT RV awning measured center of arm to center of arm, and it notes “HOW TO ORDER” with that measurement approach.
Before buying, double-check your awning measurement method. If your awning’s “16 FT” rating doesn’t match the center-of-arm-to-center-of-arm measurement, the fit could be off. The listing also says it fits the most of awning brands such as Dometic (A&E), Carefree, Lippert, Fiamma, Solera, etc., but it also explicitly excludes Girard.
Is it worth it?
This tentproinc RV awning sun shade screen is worth considering if you want a breathable mesh screen that blocks a meaningful portion of UV (about 86%) while keeping an open view. It’s the kind of add-on that can make your awning area feel more usable on hot, sunny days, and the wind-reduction framing suggests it’s meant to be practical, not just decorative.
It’s not the best match if you need compatibility with a Girard awning, or if your goal is privacy or full weather protection. In that case, a different type of awning enclosure approach would suit you better.
Mini FAQ
Does this block UV while still letting you see out? Yes—it's described as blocking about 86% of UV while offering a wide/open view through the mesh.
How is it installed? The listing describes it as easy and faster to install, lightweight for hand handling, with a zipper combined setup for two pieces.
What size does it come in? The finished fabric measurement is 8 FT drop by 15 FT 3 INCH length.
Will it fit a 16 FT awning? It says it fits a 16 FT RV awning using center of arm to center of arm measurement. Double-check how your awning is measured.
Is it compatible with Girard awnings? No—the listing states it does not fit Girard awning setups.