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CHAPTER 7
Soak the fabric in a solution that has been mixed to the following
proportions.: 1/2 cup of Clorox bleach and 1/4 cup of Ivory or Lux
soap (liquid or soap) per each gallon of lukewarm water. Allow the
fabric to soak until the bleach has killed the mildew and the stains can
be brushed out with a common kitchen scrub brush. Rinse the fabric
thoroughly in cold water to remove all the soap. This may require several
rinsings. Incomplete rinsing can cause deterioration of sewing threads
and prohibit the fabric from being properly retreated. Allow the fabric
to dry completely. DO NOT STEAM PRESS OR DRY IN AN
ELECTRIC OR GAS DRYER! Excessive heat can damage and
shrink the fabric since it is heat sensitive.
This method of cleaning may remove part of the water and stain re-
pellent that was applied to the fabric during its manufacture. It is rec-
ommended to retreat with such water repellency products as Apseal
and Uniseal. We do not recommend any wax based treatments such as
Thompson’s Water Seal or any of the silicone products such as SC-15
or Aqua-Tite. Wax based products prevent the fabric from breathing,
and encourage mildew growth while the silicone products interact with
the original fluorocarbon finish and seem to cause a rapid loss of wa-
ter repellency. Scotchguard has not been found to be very effective for
restoring water repellent to Sunbrella. It seems to work well in the
short run, but doesn’t maintain it’s performance very long.
Clear Vinyl, Zipper & Snap Care
Never store canvas wet or in an unventilated, moist area. Always roll
the canvas instead of folding. This is of particular importance on side
curtains or any other part with the clear vinyl “glass”. Roll the top
carefully around the bows and cover with the storage boot provided.
The clear vinyl “glass” used in side curtains, aft curtains, visors, and
camper enclosures is very susceptible to heat and cold. Keep vinyl
curtains from touching metal tubing to minimize burning the vinyl.
If the boat is stored with top, side curtains and aft curtain in place,
heat build up inside the boat may discolor the vinyl.
To clean the clear “vinyl” glass, use a solution of Ivory or Lux soap,
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