It's a method commonly used by campers to seal tents. I think it would work
with fabric and yes you should find the chalk and acetone at Home Depot. I
suggested the underside since I was assuming that was rougher with a smooth
vinyl top. Definitely test it on a small patch first.
Here is some discussion of the technique tho they suggest mineral spirits
(which is probably a better idea since it is less aggressive than acetone).
They are only sealing seams but you can do the whole surface as needed.
This has to be done OUTSIDE because of the fumes and fire hazard.
BK
""Only the print contains the artist's meaning and message." "
----- Ansel Adams
J Bryan Krämer North Florida, USA
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On Tue, Jan 18, 2011 at 11:07, Marsha Sea <marshasea@bellsouth.net> wrote:
> Getting a new canopy this spring would really stretch my budget to it's
> limits.
> If I could get through this spring with the old canopy it would be a lot
> easier
> financially. By next fall's festivals I could afford the new canopy.
>
> The top is not vinyl, it is fabric. Do you think this would work on
> fabric? Is
> silicone chalk and acetone available at places like Home Depot, or where
> would I
> find it. If I tested a small corner, would it show up right away if it was
> going to attack the top.
>
>
> Looking at the top this weekend in the sunlight, I could see tiny pinprick
> holes
> in the top. Would this fill those in?
>
> Is there a reason why you suggested painting the underside of the canopy?
>
> Thanks for your help,
>
> Marsha
> www.mseaphoto.com
>
>
>
>
> ________________________________
> From: J Bryan Kramer <codeburner@gmail.com>
> To: artshow_photo@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Mon, January 17, 2011 7:30:51 PM
> Subject: Re: [artshow_photo] Canopy rental
>
> If you need to make it thru one more season, then I suggest buying a tube
> (might take more than one) of good clear silicone chalk. Get a can of
> acetone and mix the silicone with acetone until you have a thickness that
> you can paint with. Paint the underside of the canopy with that getting
> good
> coverage. Check first to be sure that the acetone won't attack the vinyl
> top
> layer.
>
> BK
>
>
> ""Only the print contains the artist's meaning and message." "
> ----- Ansel Adams
>
> J Bryan Krämer North Florida, USA
> photos at: http://pbase.com/photoburner
> blog at: http://www.photoburner.net
>
>
> On Mon, Jan 17, 2011 at 16:11, Marsha Sea <marshasea@bellsouth.net> wrote:
>
> > I checked the price for a waterproof roof and side panels for the EZ up
> and
> > it
> > added up to $718.00. A new trimline would cost $845.00.
> >
> > I do not want to buy another EZ up. Mine has always leaked and has
> gotten
> > progressively worse over time.
> > I am leaning towards the trimline. For the difference in price, it might
> > be
> > worth it to have sidewalls that zip to the to top and secure the inside
> > better from rain.
> >
> > Marsha
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > ________________________________
> > From: Linares Photography Studio <lpstudio@yahoo.com>
> > To: artshow_photo@yahoogroups.com
> > Sent: Mon, January 17, 2011 2:38:55 PM
> > Subject: Re: [artshow_photo] Canopy rental
> >
> >
> > A good roof for the ez up will cost about 400. Renting one tent may cost
> > you
> > 200. You better off getting a new tent (EZ UP) from Sam Club or call the
> > guy
> > that sells show off. he offer a good roof for the ez ups.
> >
> > Oscar Matos Linares
> > 3221 West Pierce #2R; Chicago, IL 60651
> > Telephone: 773-315-6842
> > E-mail: lpstudio@yahoo.com
> > Website: www.lpstudios.net
> >
> > ________________________________
> > From: Marsha Sea <marshasea@bellsouth.net>
> > To: artshow_photo@yahoogroups.com
> > Sent: Mon, January 17, 2011 1:07:02 PM
> > Subject: [artshow_photo] Canopy rental
> >
> > I have an EZ up which leaks badly. I am considering a replacement top and
> > side
> > panels or moving up to a better canopy.
> >
> > Meanwhile, I have 3 festivals scheduled and I am very worried about what
> > will
> > happen if it rains if I haven't solved the problem by then. I noticed at
> my
> > last art festival that there are canopy rentals available, but I did not
> > write
> > down the name of the rental company. I am in Florida. I couldn't find
> > anything
> >
> > online. Can anyone tell the name of the company? Also, has anyone had
> > experience with renting a canopy for a festival?
> >
> > Marsha
> >
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