Canvas treatment ?

bigdog · 09-15-2017, 04:50 PM

Just purchased a new boat (new to me), and the bow and mooring covers appear to be leaking water a little. Haven't opened the bimini yet, but it appears to be in great condition.

Stats:
Condition: Good
Age: 2001
Color: Green

What type product can I apply to treat and remedy the problem.

Thanks !

randalnh · 09-15-2017, 05:07 PM

I used "Never Wet" from Rustoleum last season and if you follow the directions, it works really good on canvas. It is a bit pricey, but does work.

Got to make sure the canvas is dry and clean and if you can apply in the garage or other calm area, it helps. I took two step ladders and a couple of 2x4's between them and spread my cockpit canvas over them. Took about 2 hours start to finish - I did 2 coats and it has to dry between coats.

Also use it to waterproof shoes, jackets, etc. - stuff works great!

Knomad · 09-15-2017, 06:45 PM

Boat canvas is not waterproof. It needs to breathe. You can expect some water during heavy rain. I've found that a combination of 303 Fabric Cleaner and 303 Fabric Protectorant works best to keep your canvas in good condition and minimizes any leaking through the fabric.

NHskier · 09-15-2017, 09:41 PM

I've used 303 Fabric Protectant for may years on our boat canvas, and more recently on our car's convertible top. Works very well - water beads right up - and lasts for a long time. once to twice a season is all you'll need.

09-15-2017, 04:50 PM	#1
bigdog Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Central MA-Gilford Posts: 1,453 Thanks: 347 Thanked 124 Times in 98 Posts	Canvas treatment ? Just purchased a new boat (new to me), and the bow and mooring covers appear to be leaking water a little. Haven't opened the bimini yet, but it appears to be in great condition. Stats: Condition: Good Age: 2001 Color: Green What type product can I apply to treat and remedy the problem. Thanks !

09-15-2017, 09:41 PM	#4
NHskier Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 294 Thanks: 45 Thanked 37 Times in 34 Posts	I've used 303 Fabric Protectant for may years on our boat canvas, and more recently on our car's convertible top. Works very well - water beads right up - and lasts for a long time. once to twice a season is all you'll need. __________________ NHskier

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09-15-2017, 05:07 PM	#2
randalnh Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 50 Thanks: 1 Thanked 19 Times in 8 Posts	I used "Never Wet" from Rustoleum last season and if you follow the directions, it works really good on canvas. It is a bit pricey, but does work. Got to make sure the canvas is dry and clean and if you can apply in the garage or other calm area, it helps. I took two step ladders and a couple of 2x4's between them and spread my cockpit canvas over them. Took about 2 hours start to finish - I did 2 coats and it has to dry between coats. Also use it to waterproof shoes, jackets, etc. - stuff works great!

09-15-2017, 06:45 PM	#3
Knomad Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Center Tuftonboro Posts: 174 Thanks: 0 Thanked 33 Times in 19 Posts	Boat canvas is not waterproof. It needs to breathe. You can expect some water during heavy rain. I've found that a combination of 303 Fabric Cleaner and 303 Fabric Protectorant works best to keep your canvas in good condition and minimizes any leaking through the fabric.