H26 "Noseeum" cockpit enclosure

[Chiriqui]

That's what I need but I can't find an outfit ready to take on the task. Has anyone here on the forum had one sewn up for their boat?

Noseeum: A term for sand flies or any other critter that can get through mosquito netting.

Here near any beach even tied up a hundred or more feet off shore and they are a real pest!

I'd like a enclosure that has a support that fits over the hatchway using the hatch track to brace the support. Then a covering over the bimini supports that drapes down the port and starboard and stern sides of the cockpit and attaches to the hatchway pop-top covering. I'd like some zippers in locations where I can duck out and get up on deck at night should I need to.

The cockpit part of the enclosure would only be up at anchorage.

I've been rejected by Ameriseam and one other I can't recall their name. Finding a outfit set up to do this is a chore.

One outfit "HALLETT CANVAS & SAILS, INC." but it's a struggle getting them the necessary dimensions.

I'm told best to find someone local to make up what I need, well so far I haven't been able to find such a place in Panama setup to do this.

Let me know if you've got a place in mind.

Heading to the states tomorrow

 

[Phil Herring]

That fine mesh is a bear to sew, most canvas shops won't touch it. If I were you I'd go to the trouble to get the dimensions and use the shop that's willing to make one.

 

[Bill Roosa]

If you have a standard sewing machine and the dimentions it is not at all hard to make your own. Sailrite.com has all the materials (not sure on the no-see-um netting though) I am in the process of a complete bimini & cockpit curtians rebuild and have been able to turn one out in about two evenings.
On a related note, the curtians (plastic windows) are not only handy when at anchor. You would be supprized at how cool it can get and you can still be comfortable with a set of curtains. also makes a rainny day a lot dryer/warmer.

 

[Bill Roosa]

Also, the netting is very easy to sew if you use a piece of fabric on both sides to sandwitch it between

___2___________
|___2 _1__|
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____2 _1__
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Lay the screen and both "C shaped" covers so that the foutside of each cover is facing the bug screen and sew #1 (blind stitch). the fold over the covers and sew #2.
works great, less filling

 

[Bill Roosa]

Crap! my attempt at diagraming with ASCI needs some work
try this.

 

[soling42]

A heavier and perhaps more easily sewn 20x20 No-see-um screen is also available from most local screen room contractors for a typical home screen enclosure. It is a very tiny opening and might now be non-compliant with current wind load regs in Fl where we are. When this stuff gets wet on a windy day it certainly won't easily pass water and has considerable windage but it keeps the bugs out and may hold it's shape better than a super light weight mesh.

I have a roll in my shop that I intended to use for just such a large project on our 260 but it looks like I won't ever get to it. I also used it on my screen cage at home(and it saves the day) so it'll get used some day. I would think you could find this screen in Panama with all the bugs you're said to have down there too.
http://www.qualitywindowscreen.com/store/noseeum-screen-20x20-72x100-full-roll-p-400.html

The tropics are a double edged sword and I certainly feel your tropical pest pain. Mike

 

[Rick Webb]

Keep in Mind

That tight a mesh significantly cuts down on air flow so it you enclosure may turn into a sweatbox.

A regular screen with a repellant sprayed on it maybe easier to live with.

 

[Chiriqui]

Following the thread.. thanks guys

Yes need air circulation but the bugs are a bigger problem. Bug spray won't work I'm afraid.

I'm still hoping that there's a professional outfit out there ready to tackle this.

 

[Rick Webb]

Avon Skin So Soft

worked on the ones we had to deal with in Mississippi. Problem was those bastards would chew you through your tshirt and get into your hair.

 

[kloudie1]

These devices do keep them away.
http://www.thermacell.com/mosquito-repellent
Only thing I have found in the swamps to keep 'em at bay. I don't know where you could find them down there.. Wal Mart here has 'em.. and you can order them from the company or the internet suppliers.

 

[Benny17441]

Most canvas makers have developed standard patterns according to their own designs which they will adapt to fit different boats. A request that incorporates to many special requests as how to frame and where to attach may likely turn them off. If there is a place where you may find a skilled tradesman willing to work with your design at a reasonable price it has to be Panama. Any experienced upholsterer should have the basic skills and the tools to get the job done.