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jaydub 
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 Topic: cover cleaningPosted: 19 Nov 15 at 9:48pm |
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Tried Fabsil on an old cover that I had cleaned with a brush and detergent. Much cleaner, but the over was never quite the same again.
Think I would try Nikwax Techwash and Cotton Proof next time.
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MerlinMags
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Posted: 19 Nov 15 at 5:41pm |
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Called 'Fabsil' by any chance?
The thing is, I've no idea if that is breathable, or turns the cover into a non-breathable one forever? |
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blueboy
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Posted: 19 Nov 15 at 11:38am |
Yes, works well. But don't hose velcro, it doesn't like it. |
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The Moo
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Posted: 18 Nov 15 at 5:39pm |
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I have heard of people who have used a brush on liquid that is normally used for reproofing canvas tents successfully.
I would be wary of doing it whilst is still on the boat though. |
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MerlinMags
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Posted: 18 Nov 15 at 4:51pm |
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What is the DIY option to re-waterproof a cover? (Is it any different for breathable, and non-breathable covers?)
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Oli
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Posted: 18 Nov 15 at 4:45pm |
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not in my experience.
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Neptune
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Posted: 18 Nov 15 at 4:05pm |
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you'll probably find the sunlight has done that once you've cleaned the green mold off that's hiding it
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mangoman
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Posted: 18 Nov 15 at 2:51pm |
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Thanks for that suggestion; one concern, does this product bleach the colour out of the cover ?
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Oli
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Posted: 18 Nov 15 at 1:07pm |
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HG mold cleaner plus pressure wash makes it like new.
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Noah
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Posted: 18 Nov 15 at 8:39am |
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I've used domestic detergents, hosepipe and a stiff brush in the past.
Whatever cleaning method is used, it'll likely need re-waterproofing afterward, unless its PVC of course, in which case the cleaning will be easier too! |
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Nick
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