Frequently Asked Questions

The most asked questions
What is the longest lasting Boat Cover Fabric?

Sunbrella or any brand of 'woven acrylic' is the winner. The fabric will easily outlast them all with a small amount of maintenance.

Do I have to bring my boat to the shop for a new custom cover, top or enclosure?

Yes, with a few possible exceptions on New Bimini Tops without front, side, or aft curtains.

Custom Canvas, the definition.
The catalog I am ordering from says it's custom?

It can't be custom if it is made from a pattern. Semi-fitted or pattern-made is not custom made. Don't be tricked by the claims of mass-production industries.

What is custom canvas?

Custom canvas is made for your boat and fitted on your boat.....

What is custom?

Custom is something made to individual order.."one of a kind".or."custom made"

Insurance Estimates
Do you do estimates for insurance claims on boats?

yes, estimates are $250.00 pre paid: includes pictures, prices, documentation, and consultation.

Hours and Location
How do i get to the shop?

check out the location page for all the details.

Is Lakeside Canvas open year round?

yes

How long has Lakeside Canvas been in business?

since 1995, SEE about lakeside canvas.

Can I come in after work?

YES. . open by appointment

What Hours is Lakeside Canvas open?

open by appointment

Method of payment for canvas services
Do I leave a deposit to get canvas work done?

no, just bring a check when you pick up the boat.

Do you take Credit Cards for canvas work?

no, we accept personal checks or cash.If you want to use a credit card, go to the bank and get a cash advance on the card and use that for the cover.

Boat Covers, Tops, Enclosures
Can you RE-FIT Custom or Universal Covers from Bass Shops or Discount Stores to fit my boat?

YES. Please see repairs in the price list.

Can you repair my old boat cover?

YES, any torn up cover can be fixed. Repairs take 3 business days.

Do I need an appointment for canvas repairs?

YES. Please call or email the shop. Repairs take 3 business days.

Do I have to bring my boat to the shop for a new custom cover, top or enclosure?

yes

Do I need an appointment for a new custom cover?

YES. Email or call the shop for an appointment.

How much does a new Custom Cover cost?

Have a look in the Price List or contact the shop.

Can you use my Old Cover for a pattern?

no, Custom Covers are fit to each boat.

When the boat has to be picked up after work is done?

7 days. Then storage charge $3 per day.

Warranty for a lost cover?

none available through the canvas shop.

Warranty with a new custom cover?

5 years(fabric), 3 years free repairs.

How long does it take to make a custom cover?

7~10 business days (Mon-Fri), if fabric is available.

How should I store the boat over the winter with my cover?

have a look in cover care .....

How do I clean and take care of a cover?

have a look in the cover care section.....

Pontoon Boats
Does Lakeside store pontoon boats from Buckeye Lake?

yes, October to the first week of April.

What if I have a 3 pontoon boat?

for a full cover bring the boat to the shop on a trailer -or- I can make the cover while it's in my dock.

Do you have a launch ramp to get my pontoon out of Buckeye Lake?

yes, boats with 2 pontoons only

Cover Maintenance and Moble Work
Do you clean boat canvas, enclosures or covers?

I am generally busy making new covers and do not have time for cleaning.check out the cover care section for DIY instructions or use a commercial service like www.cleancanvas.com.

Can you waterproof my boat cover?

no, It is easy, you can do it. Check in the cover care section.

Do you do any Mobile or on-site work?

Yes, $1.00 per mile round trip -plus- $20 Mobile Service Charge and $60 per hour total time.

Boat Carpet
Can you put new carpet in my other boats too?

Yes

Can you put new deck and carpet on my pontoon boat?

yes, you pick the new color.

Boat Repairs and Maintenance
Do you do repair fiber glass and gel coat?

call Bob Coleman at fiber glass restorations. He is in the back of the toy store building, accross from TC Market.

Do you do mechanical repairs on boats?

this was discontinued, Please look in local services

Can you winterize my boat?

Depends on what you have and when you need it done, or look in the Do it yourself winterizing section.

Boat Trailers
Do you repair boat trailers?

yes, all types of welding, electrical, bearings, pads, and brakes.

Lake Erie Boats
My boat is too big to tow from Lake Erie?

Find a shop at Lake Erie to do the canvas work .

What length of boat can you handle?

24 foot, due to the driveway limitations at the shop.

Can you make new canvas for Lake Erie boats?

yes. The boat must be towed to Buckeye lake.

Do you fix canvas and enclosures from Lake Erie?

yes, depending on time of year and schedule.

Sail Boats
Do you make canvas for sailboats?

yes, sailboat items can be ordered from a pattern shop. If you need custom work, the boat must be brought to the shop. NO EXCEPTIONS You will have to step the mast after the boat is here for a dodger, bimini, enclosure, sail covers, jib-bag and some others to be done.

Upholstery
Do you Clean Boat Upholstery?

no, Look in the Upholstery Care Section.

Do I leave a deposit to get Upholstery work done?

yes, 2/3 payment when boat or seats are dropped off.

Do you do all types of Upholstery?

we do Boat Upholstery only

When do you work on Boat Upholstery?

July 1st to Febuary 1st, Canvas schedule permitting