A convertible top provides reliable protection from all weathers. Anyone thinking about having a new soft top made for their boat should consider a few details beforehand. Then a simple soft top can be turned into a functional, visually appealing accessory, and anyone deciding in favour of a convertible soft top first needs a specialist for the fabric and poles. They should be located near the berth or winter storage area. This saves travelling costs and the measurements required for the structure during the manufacturing phase can be obtained more quickly. Where can you find the nearest canopy builder? Clearly, in the age of the world wide web, you can find most craftsmen in this trade on the internet.
Simply search under Google using the keywords soft top construction, boat top or convertible top and the desired region. People without Internet access can look in the traditional way in the trade directory or visit one of the large and small boat shows. Here, too, many soft top specialists offer their services.
Once the right man has been found (ask to see original work samples or photos beforehand), the details need to be clarified. The four most important questions are:
- Which fabric?
- Aluminium or stainless steel rods?
- Fixed or flexible discs?
- Price?
Two types of fabric are used for boat canopies: impregnated blended fabric made of synthetic fibres and cotton. Or pure synthetic fibre fabrics made of polyester or acrylic. The advantages of the blended fabric: it is waterproof and can still breathe thanks to the cotton content. The pure synthetic fibre cloths are also waterproof, but are much less sensitive to environmental influences.
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