There was an article in Old Home Journal (at least 4 years back, most likely
much more ) about installing canvas floors. That article listed a supplier
in Baltimore who supplied canvas and paint for a decking system. I used
information from these two sources to lay a canvas deck at the College of
Mount St.. Vincent. I used linseed oil based paint. I followed the old
nailing pattern every where there was no rot. Any where there was we made up
new details. I will try to find this info for you I know I have the company
name somewhere. CTB
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From: John Leeke <[log in to unmask]>
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Date: Saturday, June 12, 1999 7:51 PM
Subject: Canvas Roof or Deck Methods?


>I seek information on canvas roofing and canvas porch deck methods and
>materials.
>
>In the past I have used products for the boat building trade. Pettit Paint
>Co. used to sell a series of coatings for canvas decks
>including primer, adhesive, sealer and paint. Does any company now offer
>coatings for new canvas deck work?
>
>For the roof of an 85' tower we are planning to adhear the canvas to
>mahogany marine plywood with an acrylic adhesive, then apply coatings on
top
>of the canvas. The architect has specified linseed oil paint on top of the
>canvas, which I am reluctant to do, so I am trying to develop an acrylic
>paint or elastomeric alternate. I fear the acidic linseed oil will attack
>the canvas, and this is supported by stories from the boat builders who say
>they get longer service life when the canvas is first coated with a
>nitro-celulose laquer, which I suspect is acting as an isolation layer
>between the canvas and the oil.
>
>Do you have any souces of info on methods, proceedures and materials for
>laying canvas decks or roofs on wood?
>
>Thanks for your help.
>
>
>John Leeke, Preservation Consultant
>
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