Looking to make a cover for my sawmill and a few other less-weatherproof tools** which at least for a the next several years will be stored outside.
Nox Vidmate VLC
I've tried tarps, but:
- with the relatively harsh & consistent sun we get they degrade faster than i'd like
- because they are fully waterproof (not breathable like ~sunbrella), pinhole leaks and/or moisture from the ground seems to collect inside, leading to the surface rust i'm trying to avoid.
- it's in full view, at least until we can finish our permanent house, and the wife would greatly appreciate if it looks "nice" for what it is.
I've made covers for some similar (but much smaller) things outside out of awning fabric (Sunbrella), which is great - decade+ in full sun, very waterproof but also has some air-permeability so nothing rusts under it. But it's expensive at $25+/yard, and it's realtively thin so i'd have to double it up many places with ~sharp edges.
Any ideas for something "very water repellant" UV-resistant, and durable, but cheaper?
**If i find a fabric i like, i'll probably also make it for my BH, as I only use it a couple times a year and it lives outside otherwise as I have no space left in my barn. It should survive fine outside, i suppose, but i'd feel better keeping it covered.