Each of our Sea-Doo PWC & Sport Boat covers are manufactured with Sur Last®
Why Sur Last® ?
How to care for your Sur Last fabric
Sur Last™ is made from 100% solution-dyed polyester fiber with a urethane coating, to provide excellent water repellency, and mildew resistant. This design allows Sur Last™ to be easily maintained. If you follow a few simple care and cleaning steps, the fabric will look good and maintain its fine qualities for many years.
Important Background
Because Sur Last™ fabrics are woven, they are also breathable. It's also important to know that Sur Last™ fabrics are treated with a fluorocarbon finish, which enhances water repellency. This finish requires replenishment after vigorous cleaning.
Polyester fabric will not support the growth of mildew. Mold and mildew needs "food" to grow on and polyester isn't desirable substance for mold. Dirt or dust on the fabric is a perfect "food" for mildew growth, which makes regular cleanings important. There is no set time for when fabric should be cleaned, and the local environment has a great deal to do with determining cleaning frequency. Cleaning is required less frequently in a dry environment than in a humid one with heavy foliage. Sur Last™ being a polyester actually has a finish applied to the fabric to detour mold and mildew growth but does not make it mold proof. Keeping fabric free of dirt is important to detour mold growth.
Cleaning
One of the best ways to keep Sur Last™ fabrics looking good and to delay the need for deep or vigorous cleanings is to hose fabrics off on a monthly basis with clear water. This practice will help prevent dirt from becoming deeply imbedded in the fabric and eliminate the need for more frequent vigorous cleanings. In most environments, a thorough cleaning will be needed every two to three years.
Sur Last™ fabrics can be cleaned while still on a frame or a boat or, size permitting, they can be removed for cleaning in a washing machine.
When cleaning Sur Last™ fabrics, it is important to observe the following:
1 Always use a natural soap. Never detergent.
2 Water should be cold to lukewarm. Never more than 100 degrees.
3 Air dry only. Never apply heat to Sur Last™ fabrics or put them in the dryer.
If you are cleaning Sur Last™ while still on a frame or on a boat, follow these simple steps:
1 Brush off loose dirt and hose it down.
2 Prepare a cleaning mixture of water and mild, natural soap (no detergents).
3 Use a soft bristle brush to clean.
4 Allow soap to soak in.
5 Rinse thoroughly and air dry.
If stubborn stains persist, you can use a diluted chlorine bleach/soap mixture for spot cleaning of mildew, roof run-off and other similar stains. Please keep in mind that chlorine bleach will not change the color of your Sur Last fabric but chlorine bleach eventually breaks down the fiber of any fabric and this method should be used little as possible.
Prepare a special cleaning mixture:
Four ounces (half cup) of chlorine bleach.
Two ounces (one-fourth cup) of natural soap to one gallon of water.
Clean with soft bristle brush and allow mixture to soak for up to 20 minutes.
Rinse thoroughly and Air dry.
Repeat if necessary.
If top or boat cover is suitable in size for a washing machine, these steps should be followed:
Use only natural soaps. No detergent.
Wash and rinse in cold water.
Air dry. Never put Sur Last™ fabrics in your dryer
