Umbrella repair

[m@]

I discovered at the weekend my brolly is no longer waterproof . Bugger.

 

It's an Abu 50" and apart from the seepage issue it's in great condition, as it's knocking on being 10 years old I don't mind too much.

 

I'm thinking I can probably get something (a spray or brush on sealant) at a camping shop that would sort it out.

 

I thought I'd ask here before I do -in case there are any words of wisdom?

[randal]

10yo, get a new one you tight sod.

[m@]

Not tight, just thrifty...

 

I have lots of tackle that I've had for a similair length of time, if not longer, all good quality stuff, get's cleaned/oiled/polished three times a year at least and are nearly 'as new'.

I bought the brolly for well over £60, and it's lasted 10 years (so far), if £3 will make it last another 10 then why not do it?

Put the money saved towards something else...

 

I can't be alone in my point of view that you're better to spend those few extra $/£'s on good quality products and then look after them??

[*Ant*]

Amongst others, there is an aerosol sealant just for this job called Fabrisil. Not sure about the spelling though.

[rob.i]

Ive heard thompson waterseal does the trick, but havent tried it maybe someone on the forum has.

[Dick Dastardly]

Yes Fabsil (SP?) is the one.

[RUDD]

Go to your nearest walking/camping shop.

They have stuff for tents and waterproofs.

[northern mark]

Fabsil, did my overwrap about 8 years ago. Never had a problem since, never had one before though

 

Mark

[Michaela]

Yeh camping shop, they sell loads of different stuff even stuff to repair rips!!

[chesters1]

thompson waterseal works on most nylon type stuff even coats but be very carefull it stinks for weeks ,ok for your nylon brolly or bivvy but dont let the mrs/mother catch it indoors

if its the seams then use a seam sealer (theres an excellent one with my surname and has a built in sponge) as stated fabsil spray works for the rest