Boat Cover Care FAQ

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Woven, breathable fabric. Requires different care than vinyl or industrial tarps.

Light Cleaning (Monthly):

Brush off loose dirt and leaves.

Hose down with cold water. Scrub lightly with water and mild dish soap like Dawn or Ivory.

Rinse completely until water runs clear. 

Air dry in the sun.

Deep Cleaning (For Mold and Mildew):

Mix 1 cup bleach plus 1/4 cup mild soap plus 1 gallon water.

Soak stained areas for 15 minutes. 

Scrub gently with a soft brush. 

Rinse thoroughly to protect the sewing threads. 

To accelerate drying, place the cover in direct sun and ensure the cover is spread out flat. Rotate the cover from front to back if applicable for drying. 

Re-Waterproofing (Crucial):

Bleach and deep cleaning strip the factory water barrier. 

If water stops beading up, let the cover dry 100% and spray it with 303 Fabric Guard.

How to Apply Protectant:

Wait until the cover is 100 percent clean and 100 percent dry.
Move to a well-ventilated outdoor area.
Spray a thin, even mist of 303 Fabric Guard or Sunbrella Restore across the surface.
Apply two thin coats rather than one heavy, soaking coat. Let the first coat dry before spraying the second.
Allow the cover to dry and cure in the sun for 24 hours before letting it get wet.

THE DO NOTS:
 

Do Not: Power wash, machine wash, or dry clean Sunbrella fabric.

Do Not: Use hot water, as it will shrink the acrylic weave.

Do Not: Use harsh industrial degreasers or household cleaners (such as Simple Green or Orange 88). Stick strictly to mild dish soap or approved marine fabric washes.

NEVER Use: silicone-based water repellents, heavy automotive waxes, or petroleum-based solvents (like gasoline, kerosene, or acetone). These will permanently ruin the canvas's breathability and strip its factory finishes.

NOTICE:

Sunbrella fabric comes with a factory water barrier, but deep cleaning and bleach will strip it away. If water stops beading up and begins soaking into the fabric, you must re-treat it immediately. Skipping this step turns your cover into a sponge that traps moisture and breeds mold.

Do we Sew: Yes. We do sew Industrial, Residential, and Commercial products.

Are we are data company: No. We do not buy or sell data of any kind.

Do we do car upholstery: No. Give (-) a Call @ ()

Do we do banners with vinyl lettering: No. We do not make them.

Do we lace footballs: Yes. By hand and only during fall or winter seasons.

Do we do nuclear valve covers: Yes. We can make them.

Do we hemming or alterations on clothes: No. This is not offered here.

Do we replace zippers: Yes. We can on almost any product.

Do you embroider: No. We are not offering embroidery. 

Do we do aircrafts: Yes. We do Upholstery, Prop Covers, Helicopters and More.

Do you repair hot air balloons: Yes. We can make repairs.

Do you repair bouncy houses: Yes. We offer heat patches and stitching

Do we do automotive convertible tops and bras - No. We do not make them.

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Pink staining has been an industry-wide problem for many years, regardless of the manufacturer or vendor. While there can be multiple causes for discoloration, most pink stains are caused by a dye produced by a microscopic bacterium. This pink dye is a metabolic byproduct of micro-organisms that live in the environment. It is virtually impossible for boat owners to avoid these micro-organisms completely, as they exist naturally in the atmosphere and thrive in high-humidity areas. Rain often cleanses the air and deposits these micro-organisms directly onto marine vinyl.

While marine vinyl is treated with biocides to resist bacterial growth (meaning the vinyl itself is not a food source), pink staining occurs when organic dirt, sweat, and sunblock are left on the surface to feed the bacteria. To prevent this, the material must be properly cleaned after every use.