Waterproofing Vinyl Coated Canvas

Vcp ripstop features increased strength paired with a soft hand and smooth matte surface.

Waterproofing vinyl coated canvas.

Sail canvas cleaner. Take care to avoid overspray drips or penetration onto surfaces not being treated. For awnings and boat covers we recommend our outdura marine canvas or industrial vinyls. This fabric is manufactured with a poly vinyl chloride coating as well as anti mildew and uv protection to combat against vigorous weather elements and formidable physical wear and tear.

Apply enough waterproofing with sprayer brush or sponge to thoroughly wet top surface. Our 18 oz pvc vinyl is sturdy and made to handle extreme outdoor conditions and heavy stress. Acrylic canvas like cotton canvas is a tight weave fabric. Waterproofing will ensure that the canvas shoes remain durable and clean during the time they are worn.

Unless it is well ventilated condensation wets the underside of the fabric eventually leading to mildew. For maximum durability our multi purpose vinyl fabric is treated to help prevent uv damage and mildew. It has a soft hand and aesthetic smooth matte finish for a refined clean look. The ones with a silicone base will break down the acrylic fibers within the canvas causing it to become even more susceptible to moisture.

Fabric to be treated must be dry. The vinyl coated fabric is waterproof for the life of the fabric but unlike traditional canvas it doesn t breathe. If you have any questions about sourcing correct waterproof fabric for indoor or outdoor use we are happy to help. A spray on containing fluoropolymer is required to waterproof the shoes.

Our 18oz vinyl fabric is an industrial coated fire retardant pvc vinyl material known for strength and durability. Vinyl coated fabrics are a good choice for bimini tops but unsuitable for enclosures such as sail covers or boat covers.