Difference

[Marijames]

Hi. Just curious. How does one tell the difference between Virolite and Canvas? Jim

 

[Howie]

I think you mean Verolite? Verolite was canvas that had a tinted vinyl layer on one side. I know it was used by the Canadian canoe company Tremblay - don't know if anyone else ever used it. Its appeal was that it weighed quite a bit less than traditional filled canvas. But over time it was found that it didn't hold up as well as filled canvas as it eventually developed cracks and leaked. I also understand that the colors faded in sunlight earlier than expected.

 

[Marijames]

Hi. Thanks for the info. I only have little pieces left which I found under what was left of the outwales. Cheers . Jim

 

[Rollin Thurlow]

If its not on the boat then it must be Verolite.
(a little bit of sarcasm concerning the durability of the material))

 

[Marijames]

Hi Thanks for replying. At least I know the original color