Boat Cover Material

I know that there are several places to get boat covers, but I am mostly interested in the material. I would like to get one that protects the boat from the sun, rain, and is long lasting. I live in Southern California just as an FYI and right now, I have a cheapo one from WalMart on it right now and I know that it will probably not last long.

Any suggestions on where the best place to purchase a good boat cover at good prices?

Thanks in advance.

Sunbrella is the answer to all your troubles. do ask for goretex thread to sew together, it will be well worth the extra costs.

The link below has reasonable prices on finished custom products. You can also look for kits at Sailrite at:

http://www.sailrite.com/

http://www.indycanvas.com/

2008-07-31 14:25:50 by Ijok

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Do you mean an air cushion boat, hovercraft type boat? or are talking about the big propeller, looks like a huge fan, driven boats they use in the Everglades?

2007-01-01 01:58:49 by Richard M

Price: $34.99

Boat cover designed for 3- or 5-person pedal boasts
Elastic cord in bottom hem provides tight fit
Made of weather-protected silver-tech polyester fabric

I'm currently making a boat cover for my sailboat. I'm using canvas because I have the material readily available to me. I'm concerned that my seams may leak. I plan on coating the cover with waterproofing spray to help shed water and leaves. The seams will be under stress and I'm looking for something other than the waterproofing in a can in which to seal the joined pieces and still afford protection from leaks. If anyone has any ideas it would be greatly appreciated.

Triple stitched, flat felled seams in canvas should not leak without any sealant. I have a cover from the below link for last NINE years in year-round sun & it is still in good condition. Cover was 6 or so years old at least when I got it but was winter stored under cover.

http://thesailorstailor.com/

They may have example of the above. Also if the canvas is not UV protected you are wasting your time & energy.
Sell the canvas & buy the cover....

2008-02-13 16:16:49 by Charles G

600D coated PU material & all weather water proof, water repellent, mildew and UV resistant.
Doesn't trap heat and moisture; Doesn't tear or shrink. Double stitched rot-proof thread.
Elastic string design, Quick fitted and released; Trailerable design; Full coverage of boat & motor.

i need pieces about 4 foot long and about 3 feet wide and i need at least about 3 pieces of good strong leather, and i need it at a good price

A marine canvas shop will be able to help U and it's marine vinyl not leather.

2009-07-23 13:14:21 by EilishM18

I have an older BassPro boat that came with a custom made heavy canvas cover. I beIieve it is made of cotton, but is the typical canvas material and not plastic. I would like to apply a water repellant to it. Also, when patching small holes and re-stitching seams that come loose, what kind of thread is available that is water, rot and UV resistant?

I would appreciate hearing from those who have indeed actually tried the products they wish to discuss.

Get ScotchGuard fabric protector. It sprays on and I use it every year to renew my cover. It does a great job. You can get it at the grocery store.

2007-08-07 06:39:42 by scubadiver50704