Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Extend the Life of Your Clear Vinyl Window Panels. In this step-by-step tutorial, Eric from Sailrite shows you an easy and effective way to create custom protective covers for your boat enclosure windows or curtain panels. These simple canvas covers with Protect-It™ fabric on the backside help shield expensive clear vinyl (like Strataglass or similar materials) from UV damage, pollutants in the air, scratches, bird droppings, and more. Easy install and removal via Twist-Lock fasteners. The result? A soft-backed cover that rests gently against the vinyl window without scratching while providing excellent protection when the boat is docked for extended periods, privacy, or during storage.

Chapters:
Patterning From Enclosure Curtain Panel - 0:41
Cutting Canvas & Protect-It™ to Size - 2:59
Scoring Canvas to half inch - 4:34
Sewing Canvas to Protect-It™ - 5:48
Trimming Away Protect-It™ and Sewing Inner Stitch - 8:16
Installing Twist-Locks - 9:27

OTHER ENCLOSURE & BIMINI TOP TUTORIAL VIDEOS:
youtu.be/CeuqOsss108
youtu.be/V1y18rSHdII
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youtu.be/G6iN2ixnKSg
youtu.be/Z6OMybVhbJ8
youtu.be/X2EoLS10PIM
youtu.be/rgdKktmmSq8
SEE THE PLAYLIST: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAbM539i4biUDbQ9BaG38tOgrVeEv7BRH&si=tECE7HaYS9cCkc4V

Materials List:
Dura-Skrim® Patterning Material 74" - SKU: 103134 sailrite.com/Dura-Skrim-2-Patterning-Material-74?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=protective+cover
Sattler® Marine Grade Black 60" Fabric - SKU: 124352 sailrite.com/Sattler-Marine-Grade-Black-60-Fabric-6005?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=protective+cover
Protect-It™ Gray 63" Fabric - SKU: 122679 sailrite.com/Protect-It-Gray-63-Fabric?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=protective+cover
Bound™ Tex 90 Black UV Bonded Polyester Thread 1 oz. (275 yds.) - SKU: 126986 sailrite.com/Bound-Tex-90-Black-UV-Bonded-Polyester-Thread-1-oz?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=protective+cover
DOT® Twist-Lock Fastener 2-Prong Cloth-to-Cloth Stud Set (Government-Black Brass) - SKU: 777150 sailrite.com/DOT-Twist-Lock-Fastener-2-Prong-Cloth-to-Cloth-Stud-Set-Black-Finish-Brass?option__custitem_qty_in_pack=3&utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=protective+cover

Tools List:
Leather Weight 2 lbs. Brass - SKU: 126411 sailrite.com/Leather-Weight-2lbs-Brass?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=protective+cover
Sailrite® Canvas Patterning Ruler - SKU: 107040 sailrite.com/Sailrite-Canvas-Patterning-Ruler?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=protective+cover
Kai Stainless Steel Bent Handle 9" Scissors - SKU: 125661 sailrite.com/Stainless-Steel-9-Bent-Handle-Scissors?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=protective+cover
Chalk Pencil Cartridge Set - SKU: 121669 sailrite.com/Marking-Chalk-Cartridge-for-Fabrics?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=protective+cover
Sailrite® Scratch Awl - SKU: 123270 sailrite.com/Sailrite-Scratch-Awl?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=protective+cover
Glass Head Pins 1-7/8" (100 Pack) - SKU: 123125 sailrite.com/Glass-Head-Pins-1-7-8-100-pack?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=protective+cover
Sailrite® Deluxe Fabricator® Sewing Machine Package (110V) - SKU: 400600 sailrite.com/Sailrite-Deluxe-Fabricator-Sewing-Machine-Package?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=protective+cover
Sewing Gauge Ruler 6" - SKU: 102995 sailrite.com/Sewing-Gauge-Ruler-6?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=protective+cover
Sailrite® Twist-Lock Eyelet Hole Cutter - SKU: 108001 sailrite.com/Common-Sense-Eyelet-Hole-Cutter?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=protective+cover
Sailrite® Rubber Poundo Board 12" x 12" - SKU: 123962 sailrite.com/Sailrite-Rubber-Poundo-Board-12-x-12?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=protective+cover
Sailrite® Round Maul 3# - SKU: 123968 sailrite.com/Sailrite-Round-Maul-3?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=protective+cover
Prong Bending Tool for Twist-Lock & Lift-The-DOT® Fasteners - SKU: 120445 sailrite.com/Prong-Bending-Tool-for-Common-Sense-and-Lift-The-Dot-Fasteners?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=protective+cover
2-Prong Cloth-to-Cloth Stud Hand Punch - SKU: 100972 sailrite.com/Hand-Punch-Common-Sense-Lift-The-Dot-Cloth-to-Cloth-Stud?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=protective+cover