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woggy718
 Post subject: Waterproofing Canvas
PostPosted: Wed Feb 18, 2009 9:19 am 
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My bimini has seen better days (see bonehead moves) but I was curious what people used to A). Waterproof it and B). UV protect it. Any suggestions?

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 Post subject: Re: Waterproofing Canvas
PostPosted: Wed Feb 18, 2009 9:27 am 
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I was looking into that too. 303 has a product, I ordered the free sample kit.

http://www.303products.com/index.htm

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 Post subject: Re: Waterproofing Canvas
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The 303 Fabric Guard works as well as they claim and is recommended by Sunbrella. Don't even bother with a sample - just go ahead and order it. I was surprised that my factory fresh canvas had a few leaky spots when the new boat arrived. One application of the 303 was all it took.

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 Post subject: Re: Waterproofing Canvas
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+1 on the 303. It's one of the best products out there for sunbrella.

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230 Mike
 Post subject: Re: Waterproofing Canvas
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Also, you can get 303 stuff by the gallon on ebay. I get one spray bottle for each product and then refill it from the gallons.

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 Post subject: Re: Waterproofing Canvas
PostPosted: Wed Feb 18, 2009 2:52 pm 
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Definitely get the 303.

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woggy718
 Post subject: Re: Waterproofing Canvas
PostPosted: Wed Feb 18, 2009 4:54 pm 
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Ok, I am sold on the 303. I have used their UV Cleaner and protectant on the isenglass and it's great. How much would I need to do my bimini top and side curtain (fabric portion)

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You should be fine with one spray bottle. I bought two and I haven't used up one just yet. The key is to put it on lightly, but multiple coats.

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 Post subject: Re: Waterproofing Canvas
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I agree the 303 works great and one bottle is plenty; I bought two and never opened the second.

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