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smcrea
Explorer II
Aug 19, 2017

Any Ideas on What to use to stop a cover from Tearing?

It's time to install our cover after our last trip. In the past we have tried all sorts of things to 'blunt' the corners and sharp edges to that the cover doesn't tear. We've used plastic balls to ...
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babock
Explorer
Sep 16, 2017
Mark all the sharp spots with white bar soap and bring to a canvas shop to have them sew in vinyl reinforcements. Mark on the outside and they will install on the inside.

I will be making my cover this January. I will be using Sunbrella and it will fit like a glove so no flapping at all. All wear points will have vinyl sewn in.

I make boat covers so this will be an easy job compared to them. It will be on the heavy side but should last at least 10 years.

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