Smart supplies
These latest products are changing the marine fabricator industry.
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Colorful faux suede
The KnollTextiles Contour Collection includes new colors of Ultrasuede®, its premier high-performance, multi-use faux suede. The durable fabric is inherently stain resistant and versatile with a soft hand. It is appropriate for upholstery, wrapped panels and direct glue wall covering. KnollTextiles now offers 93 Ultrasuede colors, with 12 exclusive stocked colors and six that are new this year, including high energy lime and orange that capture the neon trend.
www.knoll.com
Oxygenated boat cleaner
Moldaway is a powdered oxygenated cleaner that’s effective on a wide range of surfaces and removes stains without harsh chemicals or scrubbing. The cleaner contains no bleach or chlorine, so it’s safe to use on colored vinyl, canvas, plastic, carpeting, interior and exterior cushions, sails and wood. It removes mold, mildew, algae, dirt, blood, and food and drink stains without scrubbing. Easy to use by mixing the powder in water, then sponge or brush the solution onto a cool surface, let soak and rinse with water.
www.shurhold.com
Portable press
C.S. Osborne’s portable grommet press works well for brass grommets and fasteners. This portable press with screw action is constructed of lightweight aluminum and is easy to move and carry. It effectively sets snaps, self-piercing grommets, ventilators and rivets, plain grommets up to size 4 and spur grommets up to size 3. Dies are interchangeable with the Osborne No. W-1 Press. Individual dies are purchased separately. This press is not recommended for stainless steel grommets.
www.csosborneupholsterytools.com
Sleek, tough upholstery fabric
Serge Ferrari’s updated Stamskin Top collection has a sleek, modern color palate. The indoor/outdoor upholstery fabric delivers a unique blend of contemporary colors with high-performing durability in even the most demanding environments. The elevated color line includes 24 new colors from clean neutrals to bold primary colors and is appropriate for contract furniture, yachts and boats, restaurants and more. The imitation leather texture enhances a luxurious style that is resistant to abrasion
and easier to clean.
www.sergeferrari.com
High-tech hearing protection
Etymotic’s safety line of earplugs and earphones reduce the risk of noise-induced hearing loss and tinnitus. The line includes HD•Safety™ high fidelity ready-fit earplugs, which reduce sound levels while preserving clarity. The HD•15® electronic earplugs allow safe sounds to pass through, as though nothing is in the ears, yet instantaneously react to reduce loud sounds and protect hearing. The HD•Safety™ Earplugs + Earphones block external sound while providing excellent sound quality.
www.etymotic.com
Snap-free window straps
Quick Snap Tabs eliminate the frustration of snapping and unsnapping the straps that secure clear vinyl windows. Their two-part hardware installs quickly on existing hardware and remains in place. They are attractive, durable and blend in with existing straps and canvas. Once installed, windows can be rolled up and down effortlessly, even while the boat is underway. The tabs fit in most standard size snaps and can be installed in seconds.
quicksnaptabs.com