Care and maintenance of your new canvas
Canvas
Your canvas should be washed at least once a year. You can wash it with a gentle detergent, and a brush. (Rinse thoroughly) Or in a full size washing machine. AIR DRY ONLY! Canvas can NOT be put in dryer! It will shrink and or BURN!
Windows
Windows should be cleaned & polished regularly with a soft cloth. You can use any of the products designed for this, available at your local marine supply store. We recommend Plastaclear ® Furniture polish is not recommended, it can build up a residue.
Zippers
Zippers should be cleaned with a brush, and then a silicone spray should be applied. (be careful to not get it on the windows) DO NOT USE the "stick" kind of lubricant. It leaves behind a residue that makes it difficult to operate the zipper.
Fasteners
Fasteners should be lubricated regularly. Both on the boat and on the canvas. Any type of clear lubrication is fine. Grease should not be used as it will discolor canvas.
Storage
It is always advisable to clean your canvas and windows before winter storage.
Enclosures should NOT be left up in the winter. The extreme temperatures will shorten the life of your glass, and may even cause it to crack and break. Tarps should NOT be put on over canvas. Windy conditions can cause them to rub through the canvas, causing rips and holes, costly repairs.
Canvas can be folded, windows cannot. Windows should be stored either laying flat with sheets or towels in between them, or rolled up in a protective tube.
Trailer-ing
Only covers specifically designed for on the road travel, should be used while trailering. You should NEVER trailer a boat with the enclosure or bimini top UP! The high rate of wind speed can destroy them. If they do survive the trip, at the very least the road dirt and grime will have scratched the glass, or soiled the canvas. Also accidents can happen, if your top flies off it could blind another driver! Even covers that are designed for road travel need to be cared for correctly. Do NOT use straps across the cover. Where the straps are placed can cause chaffing, and ultimately rip through the cover.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us!
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