Comparing Different Carpetina - Expert Analysis

Carpetina Classic comes in two sizes and several colours, so the choice mostly comes down to matching the carpet to your awning footprint rather than any difference in performance.

5.0m x 2.5m vs 6.0m x 2.5m

Both sizes share the same breathable woven construction, rot-resistant UV-stable polypropylene material, and the same practical features — lays flat, shakes clean, rolls compact, and can be trimmed to fit around poles or wheels without the cut edges fraying. The only real difference is coverage: the 6.0m length gives you more floor area for a larger awning or annexe, while the 5.0m version suits a smaller footprint and is easier to handle and store.

Colour options

Green, Red and Blue are available depending on size. Since the weave, weight and durability are identical across colours, this is purely a styling choice — pick whichever blends with, or stands out from, the rest of your pitch.

Carpetina vs a solid groundsheet

Milenco's key point of difference for Carpetina is the open weave, which lets the pitch breathe and drain, creating a drier and more comfortable surface underfoot than a sealed sheet, and one that's kinder to the grass underneath over an extended stay.

Making the choice

Measure your awning footprint first, then choose the size that covers it with a little to spare for trimming around poles or wheels, and pick a colour to suit.