[C38] Sail Cleaning

[Phil Gay]

I understand that the companies that clean sails have long troughs to soak
sails without creasing them.  These large baths allow the cleaners to
circulate around the surfaces of the sail.  I have some mildew on the white
Sunbrella UV cover for my jib.  I read that one should only use mild soap on
the Sunbrella, but it doesn't get the mildew or the stains off.  I wonder if
there are any spot cleaners that are safe for Dacron and Sunbrella.

 

Phil Gay

C38 049 Que Linda

Everett, WA

 

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[mailto:listserve-bounces at catalina38.org] On Behalf Of Steve Smolinske
Sent: Thursday, May 29, 2008 1:39 PM
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Subject: [C38] Sail Cleaning

 

I am taking my sails into the local loft for some moderate repairs on the
130 and 150 and some work on the main (it needs more help than sail trim for
a good shape).  The local lofts all charge .80 a square foot for cleaning, a
service that picks them up and soaks them for a week.  For the three sails
that's roughly $1050 just for cleaning, what have others used for cleaning
up their old sails.  I've been told by North Sails not to use bleach at all
in any dilution as it breaks down the resins.  I'm thinking of buying a
plastic garbage can and soaking them myself If I can find out what is the
best solution to soak them in.  Any experiences?  Thanks.    

 

Steve Smolinske

President

 

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15660 Nelson Place South

Seattle, WA  98188

425-227-4500

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