Company:
Mikes Marine Custom Canvas

Project Details

Fabric 1

Sunbrella
Producer: Glen Raven Custom Fabrics LLC
Supplier: Keyston Bros.

Fabric 2

Makralon Polycarb
Producer: BAYER INC
Supplier: Performance Textile


Design Name
Mike and Dan Johnson

Design Company
Mikes Marine Custom Canvas

Fabrication Name
Faith Thomas

Fabrication Company
Mikes Marine Custom Canvas

Project Manager Name
Dan Johnson

Project Manager Company
Mikes Marine Custom Canvas

Installation Name
Dan Johnson, Randy VanVliet

Installation Company
Mikes Marine Custom Canvas


Please describe the project specifications

Build new Aft Deck Camper Bimini Frame , Top, and Enclosure to connect to existing Fly-bridge Bimini and Enclosure.


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

The clients wanted a "Family Room" on their aft deck to expand the usage of their boat. The wanted to also protect the new carpet we installed on the deck.


What is unique or complex about the project?

The upper enclosure had to connect to the new lower bimini and enclosure, and be waterproof. The arch behind the existing fly-bridge bimini and enclosure is narrower than that bimini and side curtains, so the upper connecting curtain slanted down to the lower bimini, had to be "squeezed" between the arch legs and then zip to the extra large side filler curtains. Then the lower portion of those curtains needed to have the ability to open and close quickly to allow the crew access to the bow when docking. In addition, the aft curtains needed to open and close easily. So U-zipper openings were added, with rain flaps, to allow them to swing up and snap to the frame above. The center door as well.


What were the results of the project?

The clients were raving about their New Floating Condo and the ease they experienced opening and closing everything. Also the nice, tight fit of everything.


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