Basic
Information
Sunbrella® fabric is a solution dyed acrylic canvas fabric. Sunbrella
by Glen Raven, is the standard marine outdoor canvas fabric cover cloth in the boating industry. Above or below deck, Sunbrella
fabrics are the smart choice for sail covers, biminis, dodgers, winch covers, cushions, interiors, curtains and more.
The popularity of Sunbrella fabric stems from its fantastic colors which are fade-resistant.
Sunbrella fabrics protect your investment from salt water and all kinds of weather. Because it's woven, Sunbrella fabric
breathes, so it doesn't trap heat and moisture like vinyl marine fabric does. Vinyl can mildew, but Sunbrella canvas fabric
looks great season after season. Sunbrella is the best outdoor canvas fabric in the world!
FAQs
Provided by the official website of Glen Raven, Inc -- manufacturers
of Sunbrella® brand fabrics. http://www.sunbrella.com/
Q: What makes Sunbrella fabric
so durable?
A: Sunbrella is the result of over 45
years of ongoing research and development. Sunbrella's UV-resistant color pigments are fully blended into its high performance
fiber. Sunbrella fabric's strength and color refuses to fade even under the harshest conditions, while retaining the softness
of spun cotton.
Q: Is Sunbrella fabric waterproof?
A: Because Sunbrella marine fabrics are designed to be breathable, they are water
repellent, but not completely waterproof. Over time, the water repellency can be refreshed by using 303 High Tech Fabric Guard™.
Q: How often do I need to thoroughly clean Sunbrella?
A: The best way to keep Sunbrella brand fabrics looking good
is to simply clean them as needed. Rinse off dust and dirt, wipe spills as soon as they occur or spot cleaning soon after
stains occur. Removable cushion covers may be machine-washed in cold water with mild laundry soap and air dried. For more
stubborn stains, Sunbrella fabrics are bleach cleanable.
Q: How do
I clean my top/canvas?
A: Your top fabricated with
Sunbrella fabric is easy to clean and maintain. The key to having a beautiful top for a long time is to simply rinse your
top (and boat) after each use with clean water. This prevents build up of dirt that is hard or impossible to see. Then occasionally
your top will need a thorough cleaning, which once again, is an easy project for the boat owner.
Q: How do I remove mold and mildew?
A:
Sunbrella fabrics will not support the growth of mildew, but dirt on the fabric will promote mildew growth, which makes regular
cleanings important. Mold and mildew can be cleaned and removed from Sunbrella fabrics. No set timetable exists for when fabric
should be cleaned, and the local environment has a great deal to do with determining cleaning frequency. Cleaning is required
less frequently in a dry environment than in a humid one with heavy foliage.
Q: Do Sunbrella fabrics provide UV protection?
A:Sunbrella
marine fabrics have been tested and proven to prevent up to 98% of the sun's radiation UV protection from passing through
the fabric when used in shade applications. The Skin Cancer Foundation recommends Sunbrella as an aid in the prevention of sun-induced damage to the skin.
Certain styles of Sunbrella, including Sheers and Shadow, are engineered to allow some light transmission, and should
not be used in shading applications where UV exposure is a concern.
Shade
products such as umbrellas may not provide protection from sunlight reflected from surfaces such as water or fiberglass. Please
use shading products featuring Sunbrella as a part of your complete sun protection regimen, including regular use of sunscreen.
