canvas seam sealer options

[wellcraft-classic210]

Hi Just curious

Anyone ever used silicone dilluted with odorless mineral spirit to seal a threaded seam on a canvas boat canvas.

Or know of a good option other than the spray on liquids which do not see to be working.


Material is Top gun & its fairly new // pulled pretty tight which might be contributing.


Thanks!!!

 

[harringtondav]

What you're describing is most masonry sealers. Also some clear, solvent based wood/deck sealers are the same. If you Google search, specify "Solvent Based". Example https://www.homedepot.com/p/Foundat...onry-Water-Repellent-SX5000LX401GAL/205719719

I used 303 Marine Fabric Guard. It worked very well, but didn't last over two years. About $10/gal less than the above.

No silicone based sealer lasts forever. If you've ever used one on a deck, that wonderful water beading lasts the first year. Period.

 

[alldodge]

For canvas or sunbrella type, I use scotch guard and just spray it real heavy on each seam

 

[dezmond]

Rub a candle on it. We use it for awnings in the RV industry. Works pretty good.

 

[Woodonglass]

I've use Beeswax and Paraffin wax. Melt them together and mix well. While still in liquid form, use a cheap CHIP Brush and apply the wax to the seam. It'll last a good long time.

 

[wellcraft-classic210]

advice appreciated -- thanks!!!!