• How much fabric do I need to cover a standard folding deckchair?
• Do I need to do anything to my old deckchair before replacing the
      old canvas as it is looking very sorry for itself?
• Are the fabrics weatherproof - can I leave them outside?
• How do I fix the fabric to the deckchair?
• Is the fabric sewable?
• Can I buy these products in the shops?
• My deckchair is wider at one end than the other - how do I make
      the fabric fit?
• I want to order two deckchair slings - do they come ready cut or in
      one continuous length?
• Is there any sewing involved?
• The edges of the canvas look uneven with a 'frilly' appearance
      which was not obvious on the website pictures - will it fray?"
• How much fabric is needed to cover a directors chair?
• What is the best way to cover a directors chair?
• Fading - Will the stripes fade in the sun?
• Should our deckchairs all have matching stripes?
• Can I leave my deckchair outside in all weather?
• Do the stripes run vertically or horizontally down the roll?
• Do you ship to BFPO adresses

How much fabric do I need to cover a standard folding deckchair?

There are so many different sizes of deckchair - some are larger than others, so 1.5 metres will cover most deckchairs and in some cases there will be a little spare.
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Do I need to do anything to my old deckchair before replacing the old canvas as it is looking very sorry for itself?

When removing the old canvas, it is useful to keep it as a guide to measure how much fabric you will need. All old rusty nails must be removed and any rough wood sanded down and checked for loosened joints. It should be scrubbed with detergent and allowed to dry before treating with a proprietory wood treatment to vanquish any trace of worm and protect it in the future. It is then up to the individual to put a protective finish on the wood such as teak oil or even varnish or paint.
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Are the fabrics weatherproof - can I leave them outside?

Our fabrics are 100% strong cotton canvas; they are not weatherproof. Most deckchair canvas was never treated and was an affordable commodity - after being stored in a garden shed all winter, most people used to buy replacement canvas from a local hardware store. This is sadly no longer the case but never fear, Deckchairstripes are here and can now solve that problem.
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How do I fix the fabric to the deckchair?

We have found old deckchairs where the canvas has been nailed on and the nails have gone rusty, making them difficult to remove and damaging the wood. We suggest upholstery nails, which are similar to drawing pins but longer with domed heads. The fabric is turned over at the ends, wrapped around the wood and tacked on at intervals of approximately 10 centimetres.
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Is the fabric sewable?

Because our fabric is 100% cotton, it is sewable using a domestic sewing machine and normal sewing thread.
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The edges of the canvas look uneven with a 'frilly' appearance which was not obvious on the website pictures - will it fray?"

As a 'utilitarian' fabric, the 'frilly' appearance of the edges of the fabric is a charming characteristic of the weaving process (similar to hemps, tickings and hessians)- these edges are finished and will not fray, nor is it necessary to sew them.

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Can I buy these products in the shops?

At the moment, all our products are exclusive to us and accessible directly to the public online via our website, but soon we will be selling our products through selected retailers in the UK.
Please watch for details!
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My deckchair is wider at one end than the other - how do I make the fabric fit?

All deckchairs are slightly wider at the top than the bottom to accomodate the supports when folded. If the narrower end is too narrow for the fabric, then a small corner may be tucked in on either side and then tacked. It does not significantly alter the appearance of the deckchair - if we made the fabric any narrower, on some wider deckchairs there would be significant gaps around the sides!
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I want to order two deckchair slings - do they come ready cut or in one continuous length?

Fabric ordered in the same pattern is sent in one complete length, so if you order 2 x 1.5 metres it will comes as one 3m length
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Is there any sewing involved?

For deckchairs there is no need to sew as it can be tacked on almost any deckchair top and bottom. The sides are 'finished'. In the case of a folding Directors or 'Club' chairs, then some sewing may be necessary, as the seats and backs are usually narrower than our 45cms widths.
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How much fabric is needed to cover a directors chair?

Approximately 1.5 metres - It is important that the stripes are 'slung' horizontally across the seat and back of the chair so that the warp and weft or the 'grain' of the fabric is not compromised.
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What is the best way to cover a directors chair?

The seat needs to be measured and the fabric narrowed by sewing a hem front and back to the correct depth. It is then fixed by upholstery nails into the wood underneath the side supports of the seat. The back is sewn as before to adjust the size to the narrow back (it may be simpler to double the fabric over) and either tack on as before around the two wooden back supports, or make a 'sleeve' which may be easily removed.
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Fading - Will the stripes fade in the sun?

All our fabrics are 100% cotton with no synthetics and as with all natural fabrics fading will occur if exposed to sunlight.

All our fabrics are dyed using permitted chemicals which are azo-free - they include no dangerous chemicals which were widely used up until quite recently. These made the colours vibrant and long lasting, but at the expense of the environment and the health of the workers handling the products!

This is why we recommend not leaving the fabric outside unless being sat upon, but to treat it as an indoor fabric - this is why deckchairs fold up so easily and quickly and were never meant to be left outside for sustained periods.

Historically, the reason that deckchair covers were so brightly coloured was that they were made with 100% cotton like ours and were only taken outside as easily erected extra seating when the weather was fine. The stripes were bright enough to allow for fading, and as a utilitarian fabric, was usually replaced each year.
Some time later, synthetic fabrics crept in, which did not fade as much, and although not at all pleasant to sit on, the plastic was forgiving in all weathers.

So it gives you a good excuse to replace your deckchair canvas often, to have a change of colour and a different stripe which is why we offer a large choice.
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Should our deckchairs all have matching stripes?

We are of the opinion that the more different stripes the better and traditionally two deckchairs were never the same - people get attached to their own preference of deckchair ! They all 'clash' in a very attractive way...
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Can I leave my deckchair outside in all weather?

Unfortunately, the wood and the fabric would be damaged by excesses of weather - any dampness should be dried off thoroughly before storage as the frame will eventally rot and the fabric will mildew. Your deckchair should be put under cover in adverse weather conditions and it will last a lifetime.
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Do the stripes run vertically or horizontally down the roll?

ALL our stripes run the length of the roll - they do not go across from selvedge to selvedge.
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Do you deliver to BFPO addresses?

Yes we do. Please email us with your requirements and we will send you a Paypal invoice for the total amount less VAT (if applicable) + additional reduced shipping costs depending on size of parcel and where you are based.
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