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General

A simple box trailer cover built in white cotton duck canvas.
 A winter storage 'cap' for a motor-caravan in plain green cotton duck.
 A tonneau for a small pickup truck, in plain green cotton duck.
 This E-Z-Go golf cart lives outdoors at the owner's golf club, so we built him a fitted cover in dark green Solacryl acrylic fabric.
 A fitted cover for a market trader's box trailer, in blue polyester cotton canvas, chosen for its breathing qualities in view of the products stored inside.
A dutch awning cover made to our customer's specific requirements in durable acrylic fabric - a much heavier material than is commonly used for awnings like this. The striped pattern is available in many different colours.
 A dutch awning cover made to our customer's specific requirements in durable acrylic fabric - a much heavier material than is commonly used for awnings like this. The striped pattern is available in many different colours.
 (Link) An unusual one for us, this wrestling ring canvas was made in two colours of cotton duck canvas, shaped for the corner posts, to the requirements of the FWA Academy, Portsmouth, UK.
 (Link) A set of clip-on screens to protect a mobile catering operation from the weather, built from matt vinyl in the customer's corporate colours and able to accept stick-on logos.
 Our customer entrusted us with building this tonneau cover for the bed of his superbly restored 1951 Ford Pickup. It's made in navy blue Solacryl fabric, with fibreglass bows to prevent ponding.
A customer in the Lake District asked us to build a yurt at long distance, working from sketches and dimensions provided. We incorporated a few of our own ideas, and this is the result.
 A customer in the Lake District asked us to build a yurt at long distance, working from sketches and dimensions provided. We incorporated a few of our own ideas, and this is the result.
 (Link) Example from a suite of covers built for Comtec Racing, Formula Renault 3.5 World Champions 2006: Front Wing and Nosebox covers in acrylic fabric.
 (Link) Example from a suite of covers built for Comtec Racing, Formula Renault 3.5 World Champions 2006: Rear Wing cover in acrylic fabric.
 (Link) Example from a suite of covers built for Comtec Racing, Formula Renault 3.5 World Champions 2006: A valise built in PVC material for carriage and storage of overhead light boxes used in the pit garage.
(Link) Example from a suite of covers built for Comtec Racing, Formula Renault 3.5 World Champions 2006: Pitstop Jacks, with and without the cover.
 A garden sun awning, made to our customer's design and resembling a sail, in beige acrylic with specially reinforced edges to withstand tension.
 An unusual type of garden swing seat for which we built a fitted cover from bottle green acrylic.
 A domed cover to a steel framed structure for a carwash operation, built in fire-retardent pvc fabric with one translucent side for better lighting. Not the best of photos, but a challenging project.
 Our customer needed a rugged cover for a statue. Working from dimensions and photographs which he supplied, we devised this conical-shaped cover and built it from our heavy 18oz sand coloured military canvas for both abrasion resistance and breathing qualities.
A set of four sheets in green poly/cotton canvas which lace together to form the sides for a straw store. The sides can be lifted up for access & ventilation.
 Some of our customers are collectors...and some collect unusual things. This is a Rolls Royce Viper jet engine, mounted on a trailer so it can be started & demonstrated. We made a close fitting, zipped cover in matt black vinyl to protect it during transport & storage.
 Rain Screens for a log store. These can be made to any size and have a glassfibre batten sewn into the bottom edge for ease of rolling up. In this material, Fibretex, they are quite economical to build.
 Specially built hood for a Beach Buggy, in black acrylic with zip-out side panels.
 Rear view of the Beach Buggy hood, this time with side panels removed.
Custom-made valise, in black pvc, with padded interior, to hold and protect an important display board.
 New acrylic canvas sides for the folding top on a classic VW Camper. We have a pattern for this design, and so can reproduce it readily.
 Interior view of the VW Camper top. We offer a wide range of patterned acrylic fabrics, of which this is but one.
 A cover for a business trailer where wide loading access was required on either side. The material is light grey pvc.
 We were engaged to design and build sets of Weather Screens for a number of vending carts, to be deployed at football grounds all over the country. The screens roll up when the cart is in use, and zip together when in the down position. The material was fire-retardent pvc.

Marine

A tailored deck cover for a classic Delta sportsboat, built in black TopGun fabric and fitted with a tension belt below the gunwale for securing, enabling the cover to be used either afloat or on the trailer.
 A tailored deck cover for a classic Albatross 2-seater, in blue polyester/cotton canvas. This cover has brass eyelets all round for tiedowns, and so is not intended for use while afloat.
 A tailored deck cover for a classic Albatross 2-seater, in blue polyester/cotton canvas. This cover has brass eyelets all round for tiedowns, and so is not intended for use while afloat.
 This strange beast is a Hydrocat F500 raceboat, with fitted cover in white cotton duck for long distance trailer use plus storage.
 A full tailored cover for a classic Yarecraft runabout. Cotton duck was chosen particularly for its breathing qualities on this wooden boat.
Trailer and storage cover, fully tailored, for a 16' Broom sportsboat, in blue cotton duck.
 T850 class raceboat with trailer and storage cover in blue cotton duck. This boat is often put away wet after a busy race meeting and breathability is important.
 T850 class raceboats with trailer and storage covers in blue & red cotton duck. These boats are often put away wet after a busy race meeting and breathability is important.
 A 14' sailing dinghy with fitted cover in plain green cotton duck. The boat's spars are used to support the cover.
 A full winter cover in blue cotton duck for a 36' motor cruiser. Built in 3 sections for ease of use, this tailored cover has transparent panels fitted over some windows, and roll-back flaps over the wheelhouse doors for access.
A fully tailored cover for a Mariah 22 sports cruiser, secured by a tension belt below the gunwale so that it can be used both afloat and when on the trailer. Colour retention was important, hence the choice of the coated acrylic fabric in bright red. Access to mooring cleats was through reinforced slots in the cover sides.
 A trailer and storage cover for a classic Jinx racer in polyester/cotton fabric.
 Tonneau cover for the Jinx forward cockpit in navy blue coated acrylic fabric, intended to be used when running without a passenger.
 Tonneau cover for the Jinx forward cockpit in navy blue coated acrylic fabric, intended to be used when running without a passenger.
 Tonneau cover for the Jinx forward cockpit in navy blue coated acrylic fabric, intended to be used when running without a passenger.
Tonneau cover for the Jinx forward cockpit in navy blue coated acrylic fabric, intended to be used when running without a passenger.
 Full cockpit canopy with side curtains for a Senior 20 cruiser, made to measure in coated acrylic fabric.
 Full cockpit canopy with side curtains for a Senior 20 cruiser, made to measure in coated acrylic fabric.
 Full cockpit canopy with zip-out aft section for a Falcon 23 cruiser, in coated acrylic fabric.
 Full cockpit canopy with zip-out aft section for a Falcon 23 cruiser, in coated acrylic fabric.
A simple, but still tailored, cover for a 16' fishing dinghy, made in polyester/cotton fabric. The owner has provided a raised spar to support the cover.
 A multi-part winter cover in stone colour acrylic canvas for a Grand Banks 32 seagoing motor cruiser.
 A multi-part winter cover in stone colour acrylic canvas for a Grand Banks 32 seagoing motor cruiser.
 A trailing and afloat cover, with quick-release elasticated hem, for a Cetus 9.5SE dory-styled dinghy, built in PVC fabric.
 A gunwale-to-gunwale cover for a Broads motor cruiser, in PVC material, incorporating window panels and zip-up doors for access.
Cockpit canopy for a Bayliner 2655 cruiser, incorporating features requested by the owners.
 A full canopy for a small motor cruiser, built in navy blue coated acrylic fabric with specially made stainless steel frame.
 A classic Poncelet skiboat from Belgium, with its new fitted cover in polyester/cotton canvas.
 Tailored cover for a Valiant RIB, in polyester/cotton canvas.
 Storage cover in blue polycotton for a classic Simmonds skiboat from the 1950s. This fabric was chosen for its breathing qualities - see the next picture for the reason!
A pair of tonneau covers in red acrylic canvas for the same Simmonds skiboat - as can be seen, the polished aluminium hull needs an overall cover which can breathe.
 A pair of tonneau covers in red acrylic canvas for the same Simmonds skiboat - as can be seen, the polished aluminium hull needs an overall cover which can breathe.
 Cockpit canopy for a Fairline Mirage motor cruiser, built in stone colour acrylic canvas.
 A bow cuddy in royal blue Solacryl for a 16' fishing boat, extending aft over the thwart to give shelter while fishing. The stainless steel frame was carefully shaped so as to match accurately the curve of the cockpit and fold down neatly on deck.
 The same fishing boat with its storage & towing cover made from polyester/cotton fabric. Fibreglass bows were fitted to prevent sagging and ponding of water.
At last, a photo of a canopy in a colour other than blue! This one was built in bottle green acrylic for a Seamaster 27 motor cruiser.
 Flybridge cover in Royal Blue acrylic for a Princess motor cruiser
 The Princess cruiser project continued with a further, matching, cover, to enclose the after section of the flybridge.
 A set of 5 covers in beige acrylic fabric, to protect the entire deck area of a 46ft Dutch Lemsteraak sailing vessel. The cover set, whose sections lace together, offers flexibility for both summer and winter use.
 A set of 5 covers in beige acrylic fabric, to protect the entire deck area of a 46ft Dutch Lemsteraak sailing vessel. The cover set, whose sections lace together, offers flexibility for both summer and winter use.
A cover for the aft cockpit of the Caribbean class motor cruiser, with zipped access and window. This cover can be supplied built from a standard pattern for DIY fitting to the boat.
 A cover for the aft cockpit of the Caribbean class motor cruiser, with zipped access and window. This cover can be supplied built from a standard pattern for DIY fitting to the boat.
 Sprayhood for a Vancouver 28, built in grey acrylic using the original as a pattern.
 An unusual canopy for a steel motor cruiser which had never previously had one fitted. We designed and built the frame, then the canopy which had to fit over the existing guardrails etc.
 One of our main powerboat racing competitors asked us to build him a cover. He did say he wanted it 'Bright Red'...
Covers for a traditional Norfolk Broads sailing cruiser, in beige acrylic. The set is in 3 parts, the midships section made so that it can be used as an overnight cover, to which the fore & aft sections are added when the boat is not in use.
 Tonneau cover for a beautiful Abbate motor launch, in grey acrylic.
 The same Abbate motor launch, this time wearing her full storage & transport cover, in matching fabric.
 Two out of three - tailored covers in green poly/cotton canvas for use when afloat or ashore. Weight bags keep the covers in place when it's not possible to use ties under the boat. A third cover with zipped access fits over the wheelhouse.
 ...and here is the boat with the full set of covers in place.
Fishing dory cover in bottle green acrylic, intended for both storage and road use. We took advantage of the hull shape and fitted a tension band in the hem, tightened using quick-release buckles at either side close to the stern.
 A further commission from an established customer resulted in our replacing his cockpit canopy. Our brief was to keep it as simple as possible and to make it 'light and airy'. He was very pleased with the result.
 An over-boom cover with bell end to protect the centre cockpit of this sailing cruiser, built in green polyester/cotton canvas.
 This all-over cover for a classic Norfolk Broads sailing cruiser was built in 3 parts, the mid-section can be used independently as an overnight boom tent. The fabric is beige acrylic.
 A fully tailored cover in acrylic fabric for this day cruiser, which is kept on its trailer when not in use.
The owner of this Mayland 20 motor cruiser needed more headroom under the canopy, so we made new stainless steel canopy frames with bowed tops before building his new canopy to suit.
 (Link) Vinyl cover for a framed transporter trailer used by a Formula 1 Powerboat Racing team. The entire top section was built from translucent vinyl to allow light into the trailer, this proved very effective.
 Tailored cockpit cover for a racing hydroplane, in matt black pvc.
 Set of dodgers and a flybridge cover for a Birchwood motor cruiser, built in navy blue acrylic.
 Tonneau cover for a non-standard Albatross classic sportsboat. Inset is a photo showing the corner detail, where we had to form a self-closing slot for the extended throttle lever to pass through. Material is Nautolex marine vinyl.
Special aft cockpit canopy in brown acrylic for a Sheerline 740 motor cruiser, carefully developed with our clients to meet their exact needs...see next window for more details.
 As can be seen from this series of photos, not only does the canopy have the usual zipped rollaway door, but the port corner panel zips out completely to give access when boarding from the side.
 Boom tent for a Waarschip Quarter Tonner, incorporating windows plus an eyeletted pull-out flap to increase space at shoulder height in the cockpit. Built in pvc for ease of cleaning, as seagulls frequent the waters where the boat is moored. The owner commented ... The cover has been a huge success.
 Cover for a 13' fishing dinghy, in TopGun fabric for ease of cleaning beneath trees. Fastenings were fitted facing upwards, as the boat had to be accessed largely from above.

Military

Commer Q4 basic back canvas, with rope pockets front & rear.
 (Link) Leyland Hippo back canvas, secured by rope in pockets front & rear. Camo paint provided by the owner.
 Canvas covers for Jeep headlamps and for a grille-mounted commando badge, to owner's design.
 Canvas covers for Jeep headlamps and for a grille-mounted commando badge, to owner's design.
 Seatback covers for a Bedford MW, made from templates provided by the owner and styled to match the originals.
The owner of this Jago Jeep kitcar sought to make it more closely resemble the genuine article; a new main canvas was made and the support hoops adjusted within the limitations imposed by the vehicle.
 The owner of this Jago Jeep kitcar sought to make it more closely resemble the genuine article; a new main canvas was made and the support hoops adjusted within the limitations imposed by the vehicle.
 The owner of this Jago Jeep kitcar sought to make it more closely resemble the genuine article; a new main canvas was made and the support hoops adjusted within the limitations imposed by the vehicle.
 Examples of the original-style cotton webbings we endeavour to supply. These are khaki, sand and olive drab, 1-1/4'' width, and British pattern brass buckles and tips. 1'' width is also available in olive drab, plus British pattern hardware.
 An ammunition box cover made to the owner's requirements in standard 14oz olive green canvas. Turnbuttons are available unplated, in original brass finish.
A replica rifle/umbrella holster to fit above the Jeep dashboard, to the owner's design in olive green canvas with US-style edge bindings.
 A full back canvas, with bulkhead front and roll-down back flap, for the Morris MRA1 4x4.
 (Link) This Hillman Tilly required a full canvas set - back canvas, interior partition and seat covers - which was made with very little guidance from original components. The owner specialises in 'Mickey Mouse' camouflage!
 (Link) This Hillman Tilly required a full canvas set - back canvas, interior partition and seat covers - which was made with very little guidance from original components. The owner specialises in 'Mickey Mouse' camouflage!
 This 1964 Commer Q4 4x4 truck is used to take shooting parties around a large farm. The customer sought a military-style canvas in keeping with the truck, but with windows in modern material and roll-down protective flaps for use when brushing against bushes.
This 1964 Commer Q4 4x4 truck is used to take shooting parties around a large farm. The customer sought a military-style canvas in keeping with the truck, but with windows in modern material and roll-down protective flaps for use when brushing against bushes.
 A canvas satchel which replicated an original design fitted to a wartime handcart.
 A canvas satchel which replicated an original design fitted to a wartime handcart.
 Camouflage net stowage bag and frame for the rear of a Bren Carrier, in olive green canvas.
 A set of straps in 1-1/4'' sand webbing, from 48'' to 7'' in length, made for a Universal Carrier.
(Link) Top canvas for the Renault RM 4x4, one of a fleet used to show visitors around Port Lympne Wild Animal Park, Hythe, Kent.
 A headlamp cover in field grey canvas for a WW2 German motorcycle project, with blackout aperture trimmed in leather.
 An intriguing restored handcart (we don't know any details of its history) for which we made the satchel on the front, plus special canvas panels to cover the wickerwork sides.
 An intriguing restored handcart (we don't know any details of its history) for which we made the satchel on the front, plus special canvas panels to cover the wickerwork sides.
 (Link) A flysheet for a military tent used by a member of the 514th Q.M. Truck Regiment Re-enactment Group. Our 14oz canvas is heavier than regular tent material and is ideal for this purpose.
(Link) Bedford MJ top canvas - more from our work for Port Lympne Wild Animal Park, Hythe, Kent who use a fleet of ex-military 4x4 trucks to show visitors around the park.
 (Link) Bedford MJ top canvas - more from our work for Port Lympne Wild Animal Park, Hythe, Kent who use a fleet of ex-military 4x4 trucks to show visitors around the park.
 Seat covers for an REO truck, made from our regular 14oz olive green canvas using the originals as patterns.
 Seat covers for an REO truck, made from our regular 14oz olive green canvas using the originals as patterns.
 A full canvas in blue poly/cotton fabric, for a Rocsta Jeep which had been refinished in RAF livery.
A tool pouch made in sand canvas to the customer's design.
 A Bedford RL canvas built from our patterns in standard 14oz olive green canvas. It was brand new when the photo was taken, and the canvas hadn't had time to shrink into place.
 Another Commer Q4 that we kitted out, photographed at a truck show after its restoration.
 Special awning built to our customer's own design in camouflage finish waterproof nylon fabric. This is more practicable than regular canvas as it's lighter and can more readily be stowed (temporarily) when wet.
 Hose covers made in green canvas to match the originals in both colour and design, based on the original photos in the Land Rover catalogue.
Hose covers made in green canvas to match the originals in both colour and design, based on the original photos in the Land Rover catalogue.