JClarkes

I have quite a number of people using the self adhesive snap fastener studs as they dont require drilling into the window frame or gel coat. Very strong 3m bond. In fact the caravan owners go mad for them for their wheel arch covers.

Renovo is a great product. Requires patience to soak, wash, dry and reproof. I wouldnt rush canopy cleaning. I also would never powerwash the stitching. Some stitching is used with weak thread and once it goes green can literally break in two. Becomes like walkers crisps

I used to fit canopies for a living and although they can be expensive. The owners usually say its the best purchase they have made.

If you need fasteners I have plenty in stock. In case you are going down the DIY route. www.jclarkemarine.com

Okay, turnbutton tooling is very different. The tool is really just to cut the holes. You have an oval hole to cut with 4 prong holes around it. (the shape of the turnbutton eyelet) See here..... http://www.jclarkemarine.com/blogs/news/116462277-what-are-turnbuttons The tool I offer for hire is the hammer type, its a heavy duty tool, a couple of hits and the hole is punched. Work great with a magazine underneath your canopy and a block of wood under that again. Will require you to take of the section you are working with. There is a turnbutton plier type tool but these are £350+ (Retail) Usually sell for much more £600+ But again it simply cuts the holes. Once the hole is cut the eyelet is inserted into the canopy and through a washer on the other side , then you simply use the claw of a hammer, a stone, fat screw driver and bend the prongs against the plate. Hope this all helps

Tooling is the most expensive part of fitting fasteners. Especially snap fasteners if you want to do it the professional way. I keep aside a few tools, Turnbutton and Snap for hire. The whole point of doing things yourself is usually to cut costs. So buying these tools is not going to achieve that. Hence why I set up the hire option. I used to fit canopies for a living now just supply a service for the end user looking to fit their own.

For the hire you only pay £25 or £30 depending how long you have it. I can make it the exact same now.

I have the tool you need. Its very expensive to purchase outright but I also offer a hire on the tool. Snap fastener tool hire here http://www.jclarkemarine.com/collections/tools-and-hole-cutters/products/for-hire-hoover-press-n-snap-tool-professional-button-tool-sets-snaps-snap-fastener-tool You just insert the cap and socket and squeeze. No hole cutting or hammers needed. Cover can stay attached to frame. I then have a range of fasteners. 316 SS, 304 SS or brass nickel plated. (ALL genuine DOT brand) http://www.jclarkemarine.com/collections Hope this helps.... All the info for each in my fitting guides http://www.jclarkemarine.com/pages/fitting-guides-and-info

Did you get sorted Mike?

Power washer a big no no. Removes UV and waterproof protection. Will also take years of the stitching if it has not already mangled it. Brush or sponge works best with fabsil, renovo etc..... Then re proof after it dries out.

Bit of Aluminium £50 Bit of high quality canvas £150 Bit of thick polythene for windows: £20 Fasteners, cords etc. £20 2 visits, allow a day in total, plus a day of stitching £500 Bit of profit for the firm £300 Around a thousand pounds. How the hell do they get to 3? Better to use stainless £100 Bit of high quality canvas £500 Bit of thick polythene for windows: including double side sealing tape £100 Fasteners, cords etc. The two deck hinges alone would be £20, never mind the end caps, bar clamps, 40 odd turnbuttons, washers and clinch studs, bungee cords, ball ties, zips, tie ups.Possibly £250 plus An hour to measure, half a day to take a template and bend bars, another day to draw out the plans of the templates, 2 days to stitch Another half day to fit, attach fasteners. Most of the time its over an hour away also. Diesel , on site insurance, wages....over costs. It all adds up I used to make covers for a company. They are never rushed and we never left a job with a crease or saggy area. Always as tight as a drum. Fully functional with pockets, windows, roll ups exactly where the customer needed them. In saying that, I now am here to help the DIY enthusiast as more and more are willing to try it themselves. Can be very rewarding.

That is very smart looking, well fitted hood

They are called rubber guys. Come in 77mm (most common) and 115mm. http://www.jclarkemarine.com/collections/other

Fair play to you. That's an I Owe You for future

We have the sticky pads out in our hall each night. They are great. Catch even the largest. Rentokill or something. From ebay.