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Old 02-04-2014, 06:09 PM   #10
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City: Newburgh, Indiana
Vessel Name: Quiet Company
Vessel Model: Great Harbour GH-47
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Originally Posted by jwnall View Post
I'm in the process of installing new Phifertex vinyl mesh screen on the windows of the boat. I've heard (somewhere, and do not remember where) that the edges should be folded over and sewed. But try as I might I cannot figure out why this should be necessary. I understand about cloth -- the edges will fray. But I cannot see this stuff fraying,. So before I proceed (gotta wait for my snaps to come in from Defender anyway) thought I would just ask if I am making a big mistake by not folding the edges over before installation.
Ours are doubled over and sewn. When snaps get stiff...you will be glad they are sewn...and when that straight line wind hits you you, you wont have to watch them sink ...blub...blub...blub....

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