[C320-list] Sail Care

[Martin Rosenberg]

I have used SailCare for many years and like them very much. From what I
understand, PVC is used as a protective coating, probably over the dacron.

"PVC/Polyester Coated fabrics are extremely durable, built for longevity,
fire rated, offer the highest UV protection available (100%), very low
maintenance, easy to clean, and come in a wide variety of colors. Limits
air flow so heat does not easily escape. We recommend combining with our
misting systems for maximum protection & cooling. Perform extremely well
under tension." (found on the web)

It is possible that their method of cleaning dacron is ineffective on the
dacron but I wouldn't replace it.
Martin
#823


On Wed, Dec 4, 2013 at 10:16 AM, <BairdRJB at aol.com> wrote:

> Anyone have experience with the "Sail Care" company?  I shipped them  my
> genoa for cleaning and they are recommending replacement of the UV cover
> stating that it is PVC and won't come clean in their process.  The fact of
>  the
> matter, though, is that two years ago I had the UV cover replaced  by a
> local sail loft and the invoice from that job states that the new UV cover
>  was
> dacron.   Is dacron PVC?  Am I getting yanked around?   Thanks.
>
> Bob Baird
> Star Dust, 2001, Hull 784
> Whitehall, Michigan
>