I have one of those covers on a Beechcraft for the last 5 year I can't fault
it.
Tony
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From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of nigel charles
Sent: 09 July 2009 21:43
Subject: RE: Europa-List: Aircraft Covers in U.K.
Hi Paddy
I thought you might find the info below interesting. It comes from the
following website http://www.aircraftcovers.com/ in their faq section.
Nigel Charles
QUESTION: Is your cover waterproof?
ANSWER: You do not want a cover made from "waterproof" material like a
plastic tarp. "Waterproof" materials do not breathe and will trap
moisture and condensation underneath the surface of the cover, which
will cause damage to the glass and to the paint.
Our covers are treated for water-repellency and UV protection and are
water repellent enough to stop any leeks that may be occurring.
Furthermore, our covers are breathable. This means that water is allowed
to breathe through the cover or wick away off of the surface of the
plane. After a heavy rain, you may feel some dampness on the underside
of the cover. But this moisture will not be trapped under the cover, it
will breathe out and dry quickly.
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QUESTION: What materials do you use?
ANSWER: We us a nylon-based material called Silver Laminate that is
specially made for Bruce's Custom Covers and is pre-treated for water
repellency and UV protection, yet still breathes. It only comes in a
light-silvery grey color, which we have found to be the most reflective.
We also use a material called Sunbrella, an acrylic based material that
comes in about 40 different colors. Sunbrella is primarily used in the
marine industry for boat covers and is very color-fast, meaning it holds
its color quite well even when exposed to the sun for extended periods
of use.
Both materials are effective in protecting your plane. Sunbrella comes
in colors, is slightly bulkier, stiffer and heavier and Silver Laminate
is lighter weight, and only comes in a light, silvery grey in color.
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