The Goddess of Canvas says that the recommended technique is
to use a mild detergent with just a tiny bit of bleach in it and go after
it with a soft brush. In some cases it may remove the waterproofing
depending upon the age of the Sunbrella etc, so you may have to
treat it with 303 or Aqua-Tite to restore the waterproofing. The
bad side of that is once you start treating it, you usually have to
do it every season. We sent our bimini and transition piece to an
outfit that cleans and restores the UV and waterproofing. Not
cheap but it's better than anything that you can do yourself.
Doug
s/v Callista
"Jay" wrote in message
...
While we're talking about sunbrella --
Anyone know of any good technique for getting water stains out of that
material? I have a bow cover that had some water sit on it till it
evaporated and has now left a faint brownish water stain.....
-j
"Keith" wrote in message
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Sunbrella does make a line for indoor use on boats. I had my pilothouse
watch berth covered with it. I guess it's got a better "feel" but not as
durable, since it's not designed for full time weather exposure.
--
Keith
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Plan to be spontaneous tomorrow.
"Doug Dotson" wrote in message
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Correct, but the upolstery grade is still intended for outdoor
use (patio furniture, etc). Not aware of any product under
the Sunbrella name that is intended primarily for indoor use.
Doug
s/v Callista
"Rich Hampel" wrote in message
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Same thing. the upholstery grade has a softer 'hand'.
In article , Doug Dotson
wrote:
Never heard of "interior" vs "exterior" Sunbrella. There are two
grades but they are more appropriately designated as "Marine"
grade vs "Upolstery" grade. The marine grade comes in wider widths
and is a bit heavier.
Doug
s/v Callista
"Rich Hampel" wrote in message
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Most "to-the-trade" wholesale fabric distributors (especially in
major
coastal cities) will have excellent prices for sunbrella. I
guess
the
same would apply to the Gr. Lakes, etc. or anyplace there is a
lot
of
boating activity. Be careful when you specify as the 'trade'
uses
two
distinct grades of Sunbrella - interior and exterior. Cash on
the
barrel head only. If you have a legit. company letterhead, etc.
they
will ship.
In article , Steve
wrote:
I have been searching for a good price on Sunbrella in
quantities
less
than
a full roll.. (it seems a full roll is the best deal but that
would
be
200
yds).
Sail Rite is good and they have always treated me well, but
their
per yd
price was more than I wanted to pay for my needs.
This week, I did another Google and came up with Outdoor
Textiles
https://outdoortextiles.securedigita...ESSID=22b3dd66
e45c32fae2766eac5ae165cb&PHPSESSID=22b3dd66e45c32f ae2766eac5ae165cb
They sell by the yard and the price break starts at +5 yards.
60"
for
5
yards is $17 and 5+ yard is $14.40. Similar prices for 46"
material..
My order was for 10 yds and there was no shipping charge.
Steve
s/v Good Intentions