[TheForge] Re:canvas

[Larry]

Thanks for the tips.  What I had in mind was to place it in a 55 gallon drum with some
bleach and let soak for a day or so then rinse as best I can.  I'll contact Panther
and the shop Dan recommended to see what they recommend.  Heck, I might even try to
original manufacture, if they are still around to see what they say.  thanks,

Larry

Phlip wrote:

> VenezianoJ@aol.com wrote:
>
> > Have no idea on what to clean the stains with -- to seal, you could use
> > Thompson's Water Seal, or Panther Primitives sells a canvas water treatment.
> >
> > Any idea as to how to get stains off of an EZ-Up?
> >
> > Jerry V
>
> Most canvas tents come already sealed, so when you wash them, one of the things
> you're doing is removing the sealant. My suggestion would be to set it up, since
> you've already removed the sealant, and brush it down with a weak solutrion of
> bleach water to help remove the stains, both inside, and out, and let the sun
> help. If the stains are really dark, you might want to start considering dyeing
> the tent a darker color- too much bleach can eat the fabric.
>
> Depending on what the stains are from, Rit Dye makes a product called "Color
> Remover" which acts by dissociating the colors from the fibers- if used in
> strength, it's a lot easier on the fabric- it's what I use when tie-dyeing my
> jeans (Yes, I enjoy tie-dyed stuff, so sue me).
>
> As far as water sealing the fabric, there are spray on sealants which do a good
> job. I wouldn't suggest using the heavier sealants for the breathability issue,
> but if you can dilute a liquid sealant and spray it on, using, perhaps, an
> automotive type sprayer, a light mist should replace the coating that was on the
> fabric to begin with. Canvas doesn't need much help- it keeps you dry by wicking
> away the moisture, rather than blocking it entirely. Keep in mind, that like any
> other painting project, a couple or three loght coats, with time to dry between
> coats, will do you more good that one heavy coat.
>
> As far as dealing with the E-Z Up, they're made of different plastic blends,
> usually. If you can contact the manufacturer, they may have a suggested method for
> you- if not, they can at least tell you what type of material it is, and your
> local Cooperative Extension office, or your state's equivalent, usually has reams
> of that sort of information, and they're very willing to help.
>
> Phlip
>
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