Hunter 23 cloth color

[Andrew125i]

Hello,
I own a 1986 Hunter 23 in some sort of blue color. I can’t recall having seen one in any other color, but I’m wondering what exactly the color is for cloth/ canvas purposes. This forum’s store has so many different blues, and I don’t want to buy a tiller cover that horrifically doesn’t match my sail cover. I have included a picture of my mainsail cover, just in case anyone needs a reference. Thanks in advance for the help!

 

[ggrizzard]

Your pic shows a sail cover made in "Pacific Blue" color. It should be available from most canvas suppliers.
Keep in mind that the color may fade over time vis a vie your existing item and a different dyelot on a newly made item can end up with a slightly different shade (from your existing sail cover when bought new.

It shouldn't be a glaring difference and don't pass on sunbrella brand. I''ve owned a 30 sq feet Sunbrella
sunshade for 47 years and except for some grommets it has been terrific.

 

[jssailem]

@ggrizzard knows his colors. Pacific Blue is a popular color choice among boat owners. There are two popular material products being used. Sunbrella and WeatherMax. The materials have different weight feel with Sunbrella being a bit heavier. They are made using similar dye colors but not identical. Ask for a sample of the material so you can compare to your sail cover.

I purchased my main sail cover from the SBO store in 2015. It still looks great after 9 years of service. At that time the covers were being made by Lee Sail Covers out of Ohio. I got to know the owner. Received great advice about the design and product. I chose WeatherMax for my needs. I would use them again.

 

[Ralph Johnstone]

Here's a link that will put three small samples of your variously selected materials in your hands at no cost. Large selection of Sunbrella.

Fabric Sample | JT's Outdoor Fabrics

Struggling to find your perfect fabric? Order fabric samples today and see, touch, and feel the fabric(s) before making a selection.

jtsoutdoorfabrics.com

Their web site is a little convoluted but works once you get into it.

Tell the vendor you are looking at a sizeable order and they should be willing to mail the samples down south.

 

[Ralph Johnstone]

Further to my post #4.

I am preparing for some repairs on seat covers for the stern seats on the boat.
I need to find the same Sunbrella material that was used some 10+ years ago or it's going to look like ............. a repair job.

I had sent off a request to JT's Outdoor Fabrics for three samples last Monday and on Friday received the free samples :

Took the samples to the boat and the Marine Blue was the match. No fading of the material in 10+ years. Mind you, Vancouver is not noted for excessive amounts of sunshine.