Thanks much Troy.

I had seen that website before, but didn't have the link. Thanks! Your
comments on water resistance "level" helps too.

Neil.

On Sun, Apr 24, 2011 at 11:50 PM, Troy <colorworks@gci.net> wrote:

> Hi Neil:
>
> In terms of durability, Sunbrella will outlast canvas by a good margin. It
> used fairly extensively in the boating industry for boat covers and such. I
> do my own sewing, and have made a number of bags out of the stuff, and it is
> extremely durable. It sheds water very nicely, but is not waterproof. It was
> truly waterproof, then it would not breath. It really takes a whole lot of
> water to get any kind of seapage through it at all, and it dries out very
> fast. Sunbrella is also solution dyed. Think of a carrot versus a radish.
> Sunbrella is like a carrot in that is is dyed all the way through, whereas
> most fabrics are like radishes. The stuff doesn't fade or stain to a
> noticeable degree, unlike canvas. It is stiffer than cotton, so it may not
> tuck under the pop top as easily, but I really don't hear that many people
> complaining.
>
> For a very nice tent, check out
> http://www.atelierspk.com/west_english.html
>
> This guy is very well respected. It's the same company that Benny Boy used
> for his van.  The quality I've seen from Go Westy is horrible.   If you're
> going acrylic, go with this guy above.
>
> Cheers,
>
> Troy
>

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