Waterproofing Canvas

[Marky Mark]

Hi All

I have a T-Top on my cc that uses canvas and is about 5 years old. I haven't treated it with anything in this time and I noticed last time I was out fishing in the rain (happens tooo often!!) that water is seeping through. Can anyone suggest a good spray or home treatment for it? Its fading a fair bit too so I guess some UV protection would be good too?

I'm in Australia but imagine most things would be available on line etc.

[BIGDAWG2566]

pledge furniture polish in the spray can

[midway]

I use this stuff, it is expensive but is made for the job.

http://www.303products.com/shop303/index.cfm/category/29/303-high-tech-fabric-guard.cfm

[TVBX]

Hi All

I have a T-Top on my cc that uses canvas and is about 5 years old. I haven't treated it with anything in this time and I noticed last time I was out fishing in the rain (happens tooo often!!) that water is seeping through. Can anyone suggest a good spray or home treatment for it? Its fading a fair bit too so I guess some UV protection would be good too?

I'm in Australia but imagine most things would be available on line etc.

I second the 303 product. Use it on boat & car.

[Marky Mark]

Thanks Guys,

Had a look for the 303 product and I can get it but $43 delivered, yikes! I notice it's about $18 US over there

Anyway I'll see if it's available elsewhere, thanks again for the tip.

[mariam]

Before water proofing, check the material you are going to spray the product on. Stay away from silicone and opt for a petroleum based product. Test on a small obtrusive area of the fabric before application.The fumes are strong, so apply only in an open area. Remove the canvas from the boat before waterproofing it if possible. Waterproofing is derived after a chemical treatment, with time it loses its effectiveness;it has to be re applied.Apply two coats, or as per the manufacturer's instruction and allow it to dry thoroughly before reinstalling.

[WhatKnot]

I third the 303, only problem is trying to catch a non windy day on the south shore of

Long Island NY. Good luck.