Using Duct Tape to repair Canvas?

[rbryn]

no... I really don't want to use duct tape on my canvas :smt043

My camper canvas is going on 6yrs old and it's still in great condition on the exterior - even my isinglass is still as clear as it was on the first day. but... she's aging and getting a few wrinkles (no I'm not talking about my wife).

In a few select spots the vinyl backing on the underside of the canvas is starting to flake away and it's exposing the canvas layer. I'm concerned that it will continue to beat in the wind and more will come a `flakin off over time.

Allthough I *could* stick some duct tape on it to preserve the backing... I just can't find any classy rolls in the sunbrella tan colors :smt001

Any suggestions?

 

[1956olds]

go to a sail shop ,or west marine and buy some rip stop sail repair tape ,cover the whole top with it (about 3-400.00 worth should do)That stuff is strong as h**l.LOL sorry i couldnt help it!

 

[billnpat]

no... I really don't want to use duct tape on my canvas :smt043

My camper canvas is going on 6yrs old and it's still in great condition on the exterior - even my isinglass is still as clear as it was on the first day. but... she's aging and getting a few wrinkles (no I'm not talking about my wife).

In a few select spots the vinyl backing on the underside of the canvas is starting to flake away and it's exposing the canvas layer. I'm concerned that it will continue to beat in the wind and more will come a `flakin off over time.

Allthough I *could* stick some duct tape on it to preserve the backing... I just can't find any classy rolls in the sunbrella tan colors :smt00



Any suggestions?

What color is your camper canvas ????

 

[wish2fish]

Duck Brand makes many different tapes and colors. might want to check with them before you give up.

http://www.duckbrand.com/Products/duck-tape.aspx

 

[Slippery When Wet]

Allthough I *could* stick some duct tape on it to preserve the backing... I just can't find any classy rolls in the sunbrella tan colors :smt001

Any suggestions?

None of the Sunbrella covers I have had ever had any vinyl backing???:huh:

 

[billnpat]

Duck Brand makes many different tapes and colors. might want to check with them before you give up.

http://www.duckbrand.com/Products/duck-tape.aspx

CANT BUY ONE ROLL :huh: 3 ROLL MIN...

 

[wish2fish]

CANT BUY ONE ROLL :huh: 3 ROLL MIN...

they sell them in store also. I've seen many different colors at the local Home Depot.

 

[billnpat]

they sell them in store also. I've seen many different colors at the local Home Depot.

Thanks.....Good to know......:smt001

 

[rbryn]

None of the Sunbrella covers I have had ever had any vinyl backing???:huh:

I should have said... Bimini, the side panels don't have any backing. but yeah there is some type of covering on the underside- I just called it vinyl because that's what it looks/feels like to me - but it's much thinner.

 

[rbryn]

Duck Brand makes many different tapes and colors. might want to check with them before you give up.

http://www.duckbrand.com/Products/duck-tape.aspx

That's too funny - I keep teasing my wife that I want to cover the whole bottom in neon green duct tape - she doesn't laugh.

 

[rbryn]

What color is your camper canvas ????

It's that tan color (not sure of the official name).

 

[wish2fish]

That's too funny - I keep teasing my wife that I want to cover the whole bottom in neon green duct tape - she doesn't laugh.

she could make a nice cocktail dress as well!