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From: New Sewer
Date: 10-22-2004, 09:57 PM (1 of 3)
| I am a new sewer. Until recently, I covered our AC during the week season with a plastic cover held together with duct tape. This year I was planning to sew a cover for the AC Unit using outdoor canvas, but the sales clerk recommended against it. She told me to buy one specifically made for this purpose. Has anyone made such a cover? If so, what material, needle & thread do you recommend? I was looking at a 100% polyester canvas that was water repellant so I was planning on using poly thread with a leather needle. Any ideas would be appreciated! |
User: New Sewer
Member since: 10-20-2004 Total posts: 1 |
From: Sailorliz
Date: 10-23-2004, 10:52 AM (2 of 3)
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I've never made an AC cover, but I have made covers for boats. I use sunbrella, which is water repellent and has UV protection. I also use UV thread. It is amazing how fast the sun can destroy material. Check this link out for projects and material for outdoor things. http://www.sailrite.com They have a forum there that you can ask questions on, which Matt (one of the employees) answers them. He maybe can recommend a material for the AC cover.  Liz Happy sewing/quilting/crafting
Liz Visit my photo page http://new.photos.yahoo.com/sailorlizmi/albums |
User: Sailorliz
Member since: 07-20-2004 Total posts: 386 
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From: wazoodle
Date: 10-23-2004, 11:20 PM (3 of 3)
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You can use oxford coated nylons, or polyurethane 400 denier nylon. These are tough, mildew resistant and water repellant.
LeeAnne
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User: wazoodle
Member since: 10-17-2002 Total posts: 29 |
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