I have doubts about vinyl and dry cleaners but that should be easy to research. The problem I had with fabrics cushions is that the guidelines are to check the fabric label to see if it is dry cleanable. Unfortunately, I was not able to find any care tags on my cushions. So each season I use a clean cloth and a very mild detergent and wipe the cushions using a little extra elbow grease and soap on any dirty spots. Yes, the cushions show some age but my biggest fear was that anything else might damage or shrink the material. They are tight enough as is.Fishtales said:Anyone done this before? Some of the pieces are 100% fabric. Some have fabric and vinyl sections. I'm thinking of sending them out to the dry cleaner. What do folks think?
I do. I don't shrink wrap but rather have a custom cover. That said, in my neck of the woods, not only is mold and mildew a possibility but there is a real possibility of critters getting into the boat. Cats and the like may just sleep and sometimes take a crap but racoons can chew up everything from cushions to wires, knows, wood trim etc.Firenailer said:Does anyone remove the cushions before shrink wrapping the boat for winter? :hmm
If you bag them in plastic, make sure the cushions are 100% dry. If in doubt or if the storage space may be damp, wrap the cushions in something that breathes like old sheets.Firenailer said:Thanks. It's probably a good idea and would make wiping everything down in the Cabin easier. I guess I can bag them and leave them up in the attic until spring. The notices went up yesterday at my Marina - ALL BOATS MUST BE OUT BY 10/31.
I guess it's really THAT time of year again... :cry: