Canvas Features & Colour Options

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Customise your pop-top campervan roof with premium materials & finishes

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Choosing the right canvas for your pop-top roof is about more than just colour, it’s about performance, comfort, and long-lasting style.

At Austops, we only use the highest quality materials to ensure your campervan looks great and performs even better in all weather conditions.

Premium Sauleda Acrylic Fabric: Built for All-Weather Adventure

We’ve partnered with Sauleda, one of Europe’s most respected textile manufacturers, to provide our customers with industry-leading canvas material.

Their Acrylic PU-coated fabric is engineered for durability, water resistance, and UV protection, all while offering a classic canvas look and feel.

Waterproof Performance: A special resin layer boosts waterproofing to a 1000mm+ water column rating, ideal for unpredictable British weather.
Low Air Absorbency: Helps regulate temperature and reduce dampness inside your camper.
Proven Heritage: Made in Spain since 1897, Sauleda fabrics are trusted worldwide for their longevity and colourfastness.

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What is Acrylic Canvas?

Acrylic canvas is a high-performance, woven synthetic fabric specifically developed for outdoor use. It’s:

Solution-dyed for lasting colour vibrancy and superior UV resistance
Designed to mimic the texture of traditional canvas while delivering far better performance
Ideal for campervan pop-top roofs where durability, flexibility, and visual appeal all matter

Smart Canvas Features for Everyday Use

Our canvas options include clever design features to make your campervan life more comfortable and enjoyable:

Scenic Opening (Panoramic Option)

A large zipped opening along the bottom edge of the canvas lets you roll it up for a wide, uninterrupted view, perfect for mornings in nature or stargazing at night.

Front Window Opening

The front plastic window can be unzipped on three sides and folded away, giving you fresh airflow and a clear view when you need it most.

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Extensive Range of Canvas Colours

Whatever the colour of your van, we have a canvas to match. Choose from a wide variety of tones, from bold and bright to neutral and classic.

A few of our most popular colour categories include:

Neutrals: Shell, Linen, Ivory, Off White, Graphite
Blues: Denim Blue, Indigo, Riviera Blue, Admiral Navy
Greens: Emerald, Bottle Green, British Racing Green
Reds & Oranges: Bright Red, Burgundy, Apricot, Rust
Greys & Blacks: Quartz, Dark Grey, Black Tweed, Carbon
Bold Options: Yellow, Aqua, Pink, Purple

Ask your installer for the full colour palette or samples.

Why Choose Austops?

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TÜV Tested

Our VW Transporter roofs (T5,T5.1, T6, T6.1) are TÜV Rheinland tested in Germany, confirming that installation doesn’t compromise vehicle safety.

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5-Year Warranty

All Austops pop-top roofs come with a 5-year limited warranty, covering both parts and labour. We stand by the quality of our products and we’re here to help for the long haul.

Need Help Choosing?

Still unsure which canvas or colour suits your van best?

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