Tips, guides and insights from the workshop — keeping your vessel protected and looking its best.
We’re pleased to announce that Trident Canvas has a new home. We’re now based at Endeavour Quay in Gosport, working within Premier Marinas’ boatyard right at the entrance to Portsmouth…
A practical guide to marine canvas fabrics – comparing Sauleda, Sunbrella Plus, WeatherMAX, Top Notch, Top Gun and Odyssey. Which fabric is right for your sprayhood, bimini, or boat cover? We break down the pros, cons, and costs.
An honest comparison of PVC window materials used in marine canvas — budget extruded PVC, mid-range Renolit, and premium Strataglass. What the price differences actually buy you in clarity, UV resistance, flexibility and lifespan.
A practical guide to marine sewing threads — polyester vs. nylon, PTFE threads like Tenara and Solarfix, UV resistance ratings, and how thread choice affects the lifespan of your sprayhood, covers and enclosures.
Your sprayhood is one of the hardest-working pieces of equipment on your boat. It cops UV, salt spray, rain and wind year-round — so a bit of regular maintenance goes…
As the days lengthen and the Solent starts to warm up, it’s time to think about getting your vessel’s canvas ready for the sailing season. A proper spring check can…