Company:
David's Custom Trimmers P/L

Project Details

Fabric 1

Sunbrella
Producer: Glen Raven Custom Fabrics LLC
Supplier: Bainbridge Australia

Fabric 2

Tenara thread
Producer: Gore fibers


Design Name
Dave Elliott

Design Company
David's Custom Trimmers P/L

Fabrication Name
Dave Elliott , Aaron Stumer

Fabrication Company
David's Custom Trimmers P/L

Project Manager Name
Dave Elliott

Project Manager Company
David's Custom Trimmers P/L

Installation Name
Dave Elliott , Aaron Stumer

Installation Company
David's Custom Trimmers P/L


Please describe the project specifications

A massive yacht cover system primarily for full deck protection. The second use is to suspend the main and front v awnings to walk under.


What was the purpose of this project? What did the client request?

The Customer wanted a set of full yacht covers to protect the deck's and varnish work. They then asked if we could make the same covers adaptable, capable of being raised to above head height so they could be used while on board to keep the boat cool and create shade.


What is unique or complex about the project?

Making covers to do two jobs properly is near impossible in most cases. The job took a lot of planning with several fittings to establish the correct measurements for both jobs. In the main awning, we added batten pockets and 8 rope pockets for the alternating tie-off systems. We also added zips in the sides to take out a wedge of fabric for the up positioning. More zips were added at the front for some fill-in panels for the down position, to complete full deck coverage.


What were the results of the project?

Three month's after completion the owner keeps calling to give thanks for the innovative solution and the thought and care taken in the cover's construction. He is amazed at the simplicity of the transition for the alternating uses.


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