Gasoline on Sunbrella

[bwana50]

Yesterday I pulled my boat out of the shade by the garage to do some work on the trailer. Later I noticed a wet spot on the cover. "Now how the heck did that get wet? Hey, this smells like gas!" Yep, expanding gas came out the vent and soaked the cover. I washed off boat and cover with Simple Green.

So:
- This may have happened before and I didn't notice, which might account for some yellowing of the vinyl on the seat top in that corner. Planning to get a vent line surge protector or similar device.
- Does gas "kill" the water repellency of Sunbrella? If so, is there a fix? 303, perhaps?

[AirTool]

RE: Gasoline on Sunbrella

From their website: http://www.sunbrella.com/na/cc_marine_tops_covers.php

Re-treating the fabric
As part of the finishing process, Sunbrella fabrics are treated with a fluorocarbon finish, which enhances water repellency. This finish is designed to last for several years, but must be replenished after a thorough cleaning. Based on test results,
Glen Raven recommends 303 High Tech Fabric Guard™ as the preferred re-treatment product for Sunbrella fabrics. Fabrics should be re-treated after thorough cleaning or after five years of use.

For more information on re-treatment products, please visit www.303products.com.

* Synthetic fabric heat settings normally do not exceed 150°F/66°C.


Applying 303 High Tech Fabric Guard
303 should be applied to Sunbrella fabrics after each thorough cleaning, which typically removes the original finish and reduces the fabric’s water repellency.

Clean Sunbrella fabric, using one of the cleaning methods.
Allow Sunbrella to completely air dry.
Apply 303 Fabric Guard in a well ventilated area following instructions on the container.
Apply 303 in a thin, even coat and allow fabric to dry completely.
Apply a second thin, even coating of 303. (Two light coatings are more effective in restoring fabric water resistance than a single heavy coating. A 15-ounce bottle provides coverage of up to 50 square feet of fabric.)
For more information, please visit www.303products.com.