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Old 04-20-2012, 05:48 PM   #21
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Some of the outdoor fabrics are really nice, and some are rather thin, wrinkly and not likely to be enjoyed for a long time if you actually use your trailer much. Even some of the really expensive ones. Make sure you get a sample before ordering, as most online sources will not accept returns of cut goods.
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Old 04-24-2012, 07:55 PM   #22
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hello.

i'm taking on the project of replacing the foam and cushion covers in our 74 boler. after a whole lot of back and forth and up and down in exploring our options, i'm settled on buying the fabric myself (because i'm picky) and having someone make the covers. i'm then going to buy the foam from ikea and cut it with an electric knife. that's the plan (today).

so, my question is about material. it seems to make good sense to get outdoor fabric. is this sound? is it wise to have the bottoms of the cushions done in vinyl? or doesn't that matter so much if the other material is outdoor fabric?

any other words of wisdom regarding thread count or any other aspect of material buying that i have little to no knowledge about?

and while i have your attention...any advice about the foam?

many thanks!!

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Hi , I see you are in BC . I've done what you are doing a few times . Have always found that Fabricland ( based in Kelowna - but I believe there is a store in Vancouver as well -if not several ) has a fairly wide selection of upholstery fabrics remnants that work well , usually very well priced . Here in Calgary we have a shop called Labbe Bedding that will cut foam to any size or shape ( even from a paper jig - I've found that cheaper for better quality than Ikea ..... I would bet that Vancouver and the Okanagan Valley ( other locals too I would think - foam being so much in use ) will have a place like that as well . Coarse I have no clue where in BC you are - but ......might be worth exploring ....
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Old 04-25-2012, 10:15 AM   #23
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thanks everyone. i just love this forum and all the collective great advise and perspectives.

i just ordered my fabric for a total of 152.00. not bad!!

Richloom Solarium Outdoor McCoury Stripe Beachside - Discount Designer Fabric - Fabric.com

i found a local family run business that will sew all the covers for 320.00. i'm still working on the foam. i've gotten a few quotes. the lowest being 485.00. i'm going to ikea this weekend to suss it out, then a few more foam shops to actually lay on the foam.

thanks!!!
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