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Attachment Tools
Fabricator Favorites:
Fasteners and Attachment Tools
by Pamela Mills-Senn
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" When securing
one thing to
another thing,
the project
often dictates
the method. "
hen securing one thing to another thing, the project often dictates the
method, which is why in most shops you'll find an array of attachment
tools and hardware. Still, some are relied on more than others, inspiring
us to wonder-what fasteners and attachment tools can't marine fabricators do
without? Here's what they told us.
Stayput Fasteners
Often deployed as an alternative
to snaps, Stayput Fasteners,
which come in black or white,
are found on many covers and
enclosures since they can be
used even when the material
shrinks, says Tom Matson.
Because these can wear out over
time, he makes sure to have
plenty on hand for repair work.
" I have also created a tool, by
modifying an existing snap tool,
to help facilitate the removal of
the fasteners in the field, " says
Matson. " I then use a small pair
of welding vise-grip pliers to
squeeze the fastener together.
This saves a lot of time, as I can
do the repairs on the boat instead
of taking off the panels and
bringing them into the shop. "
Tom Matson, canvas technician
Bayport Marina Canvas
& Upholstery Shop
Bayport, Minn.
Seamstick 3
⁄8
-inch
basting tape for canvas
This is one of his shop's " goto "
attachment tools, says Rick
Berkey, adding that this doublesided,
acrylic-adhesive tape has
many applications-for example,
when joining two fabric edges,
adding a zipper to a project,
or when a watertight seam is
needed for a top. The tape, which
also comes in ¼-inch width,
is strong enough to hold even
heavy fabrics together while
moving them through the sewing
machine, and yet it can be easily
peeled apart for repositioning.
" It provides more accurate
hems and water-resistant seams, "
Berkey says. " We also find it works
well to hold patches in place
before being sewn in place. "
Rick Berkey, owner
Rick's Custom Marine Canvas
and Sail Repair
Cornelius, N.C.
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