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Old 05-26-2019, 06:08 PM   #3
Bacchus
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City: Seneca Lake NY
Vessel Name: Bacchus
Vessel Model: MS 34 HT Trawler
Join Date: Nov 2014
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Expensive... not really compared to many boat improvements projects.
Actually it's a perfect DIY sewing project. Mesh sews pretty easy even on home machines.
If windows have straight edges. Trapezoids they are very easy.
Make a pattern for each window leave 3" extra all around then mark w pencil pattern size & shape. Fold extra to the outside edge to pattern line... now 1.5" oversized and fold again to hide any raw edges in the hem. Warm iron helps make the folds crisp. Then sew inside & outside of the folded hem w UV treated thread.
Install snaps. Done.
Many mesh choices available at RochfordSupply.com even some 2nds at good prices. If you are a boater it's a worthwhile skill to develop / practice. Just finished a sunscreen for the aft deck.
All depends on which direction we're facing in afternoon whether we use windshield or aft deck sunscreens.
Exterior easier on/ off for most windshields due to access and are more effective at keeping the heat out.
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