UV Thread (Gutermann?) for sail repairs

[Boathook]

Recently, possibly in the last month there was a thread ! and someone mentioned UV proof polyester thread and gave a link to a supplier. I thought that I had booked marked this but now can't find it. I've tried searching using google and the search here but with no success which is fairly normal for me.

A link to the post or the company selling the stuff mentioned would be appreciated.

Thanks.

 

[ash2020]

What you need is Bonded V69 if you're using a domestic machine or V92 if you have an industrial machine. I'm a boat upholsterer and I always use V69, reasonably light, a 16-18 needle, but very strong.

V69 vs V92 thread: All You Need to Know - Best Sew Machines

There's a very wide range at Kayospruce. Search results for: 'bonded thread'

 

[Martin_J]

Likely Point North (also known as Pro Fabrics)..

Either their bonded polyester V69, or V92 if your sewing machine will cope with the thicker thread.

Thread - Marine

Edit: Corrected "chippie with the ticker" to "cope with the thicker". Darned auto correct.

 

[Martin_J]

Or if you're feeling flush and really want the thread to last.. then try Bainbridge for their Solarfix thread..

A bit of a pain to sew with (because it's so slippery) but it should outlast my sprayhood and cockpit tent fabric.

Bainbridge International > SolarFix Sewing Thread

 

[Martin_J]

Although with Solarfix you can go up to the V138 with the same needle as you would use for your V92.

 

[Martin_J]

Ah.. just read the original post. For sail repairs... just the standard V69 or V92.

To be honest. Steer clear of the Solarfix PTFE unless your are seriously good at setting tensions on a sewing machine.

 

[doug748]

Recently, possibly in the last month there was a thread ! and someone mentioned UV proof polyester thread and gave a link to a supplier. I thought that I had booked marked this but now can't find it. I've tried searching using google and the search here but with no success which is fairly normal for me.

A link to the post or the company selling the stuff mentioned would be appreciated.

Thanks.

Gutermann Strong, sometimes called Extra Strong, is the stuff - M782 . Dunelm Mill often have it or (for example I have not used these people) :

Extra Strong, Gutermann Sewing Threads - Fast Delivery | William Gee UK

I think you only need white for boaty stuff, last time I got some it was a bigger reel, so it might be worth looking around if you intend to use a lot. It works very well, not as strong or thick as V69 but can be easier on a domestic machine.

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[lustyd]

Gutermann Strong, sometimes called Extra Strong, is the stuff - M782 . Dunelm Mill often have it or (for example I have not used these people) :

Extra Strong, Gutermann Sewing Threads - Fast Delivery | William Gee UK

No mention of UV or rot resistance in that link so while it might be strong I’d dig a bit deeper first or just use the stuff mentioned above. Standard threads can fail after a year or two outdoors, the only benefit is they’re easy to rip and remove for replacement!
I think you only need white for boaty stuff, last time I got some it was a bigger reel, so it might be worth looking around if you intend to use a lot. It works very well, not as strong or thick as V69 but can be easier on a domestic machine.

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[Daydream believer]

Or if you're feeling flush and really want the thread to last.. then try Bainbridge for their Solarfix thread..

A bit of a pain to sew with (because it's so slippery) but it should outlast my sprayhood and cockpit tent fabric.

Bainbridge International > SolarFix Sewing Thread

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I like the last lineof that description
"Limited lifetime warranty"
So is it any good or not?

 

[lustyd]

I like the last lineof that description
"Limited lifetime warranty"
So is it any good or not?

The lifetime of the fabric, apparently. Seems a pretty straightforward warranty for a change!
https://rivercustomcanvas.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/SolarFix-Warranty.pdf

 

[doug748]

PS.

If you are not happy with the suggestions so far check out the Contender website....

Gutermann do a specialist product - Solbond, (not used it myself) which may be the one you heard about? Bad news is that you have to buy 3000 metres, better news is that it will cost c £40 delivered
They also do Coates Dabond, (which I do use and like) a little cheaper.

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[lustyd]

Bad news is that you have to buy 3000 metres,

Which is only 1500m of straight stitching, 750 zig zag, probably a lot less after wastage. A sail may be 10-15m high, a sail bag 4m long, a spray hood 4m over the top. That reel starts to look quite small when you add up all the lengths!