Details
Content:
100% Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), 100% Polyester Backing
Width:
54 inches
Weight:
600 GSM
Thickness:
0.82 mm
Care:
Brush, Wipe and Spot Clean with Mild Cleaning Solution
Waterproof
Mold-Resistant
Mildew-Resistant
UV-Resistant
Description
Ottertex® Marine Vinyl fabric is a durable and waterproof fabric that can be used for a variety of indoor and outdoor upholstery, crafts, or décors. Extruded from waterproof polyvinyl chloride (PVC), Ottertex® Marine Vinyl fabric features a polyester knit backing for added padding and protection. Ottertex® Marine Vinyl is a soft and smooth fabric that keeps its shape when adjusted.
Ottertex® Marine Vinyl is a 600 GSM, heavy-weight fabric weighing approximately 32 ounces per linear yard. Ottertex® Marine Vinyl measures 54 inches in width and is 0.82 millimeters thick. Furthermore, Ottertex® Marine Vinyl fabric is such a durable fabric that it can resist mold, mildew, and withstand a minimum of 200 hours of direct UV sunlight. If you need more sun resistance or durability, try our Ottertex® Solution-Dyed Acrylic Waterproof fabric. Ottertex® Marine Vinyl fabric is also super easy to clean, just spray water, wipe, and dry the fabric; be sure to check out the care instructions for more details.
Use Ottertex® Marine Vinyl fabric to sew lasting upholstery, trendy decors, cool crafts, and more! Use Ottertex® Marine Vinyl fabric to upholster indoor and outdoor furniture, including vehicles like boats, motorcycles, and cars, or craft awnings, vehicle covers, window treatments, and more. Or make curtains, awnings, and rain covers with Ottertex® Marine Vinyl.
Please note that orders of Ottertex® Marine Vinyl fabric less than 10 yards may be cut and folded. California residents click here for applicable proposition 65 information.
Shop Ottertex® Marine Vinyl online by the yard, at wholesale prices.
FAQ
What to look for when buying marine vinyl fabric?
When buying marine vinyl it is important to check the fabric's thickness, wearability rating, tearability rating, tensile strength rating, and cold crack rating, to ensure that the fabric can withstand the needs of your environment. Click here for more information on how to choose the best outdoor fabric.
What is marine vinyl fabric?
Ottertex®️ Marine Vinyl is type of vinyl fabric manufactured to be extremely durable, water resistant, UV resistant, and mold resistant. Marine vinyl fabric is commonly found on boats, awnings, and outdoor furniture.
What needle and thread for sewing marine grade vinyl upholstery fabric?
Ottertex®️ Marine Vinyl can be sewn by hand or machine. A #100 or larger denim / leather needle is recommended with a bonded, high strength, UV resistant, waterproof, thread. However, standard sewing machines may be able to work as well. We recommend trying to sew on a small sample to see if it is to your liking. Keep in mind that marine vinyl may not be forgiving, and if mistakes are made, stitch or pin holes could be visible.
How to sew marine vinyl fabric?
Ottertex®️ Marine Vinyl Fabric can be sewn by hand or with any sewing machine; a heavy duty machine is suggested but not required. Some additional sewing accessories are also recommended but not required, such as: clips, double stick tape, size 100+ denim / leather needles, bonded thread, an awl, and a thimble. Lastly a walking foot can be attached to your sewing machine, or you can increase the stitch length if you need to sew through multiple layers. Keep in mind that marine vinyl is not forgiving, and if mistakes are made, stitch or pin holes will be visible.
How to cut marine vinyl fabric?
Ottertex®️ Marine Vinyl is easy to cut. High quality shears, or a utility knife are recommended; however, regular sharpened scissors can also be used.