[MRCA] W.S. #19 discussion

[J. Forster]

In looking a bit further, I found this:

http://www.outbackcampers.com.au/campers_caring_for_your_canvas.asp

I'm now not so sure that humidifying it will work, but don't think it'll
do any harm.

YMMV,

-John

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> I'd try it on something not scarce first.
>
> I think I'd try humidifying it first by putting it in a sealable container
> with something wet, like a facecloth, in the container, but not in contact
> with any part of the strap, for a few days.
>
> Canvass is often treated with moisture repellant or other dressings and
> washing and/or wetting w/ glycerin may damage that.
>
> IMO, thye glycerin may cause the cases or carrier to rust. It is
> hygroscopic, so never dries out.
>
> YMMV,
>
> -John
>
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>
>
>> All -
>> what is the stuff yo use for caining chairs,  glycerin, soak in glycerin
>> may help relax the fibers?
>> Hutch
>> On 4/30/2013 11:23 AM, Thomas Cook wrote:
>>> Jeep,
>>>
>>> If you can get your straps to stretch far enough, your a better man
>>> than I .
>>> I come about 1/4 inch short on both ends and yes, I think also they
>>> shrink.
>>> I'm going to try washing mine and hanging a weight from one end, that
>>> way maybe they'll
>>> stretch a little.
>>>
>>> Tom..
>>>
>>>
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