Help with re-canvassing

[Pete]

I live in Ohio and am interested in re-canvasing my grandfather's Old Town Canoe (it has not seen water in over 35 years). I don't feel as though I am up to the task myself. Does anyone know of a reputable craftsman in the Ohio area that would take on this task at a reasonable price?

By the way..what is a reasonable price?

Thanks for your help.

Pete

 

[Benson Gray]

You can find a list at http://www.wcha.org/buildsupply/us/oh.html showing the restorers in Ohio. Gil Cramer from The Wooden Canoe Shop Inc. in Ohio at http://woodencanoeshop.wcha.org/ can probably help. He is a frequent and valuable contributor in these forums. The information at http://forums.wcha.org/showthread.php?t=57 indicates that "A professional restoration will run from $400 for a simple canvas job, to $3000 for a full 'make it like new' restoration with a smattering of new ribs, planking, decks, seats and of course canvas, filler and paint." Your mileage may vary...

Benson

 

[Pete]

Thank You

Mr. Gray,

Thanks for your quick and informative response. I'll definitely look into this. I'll probably post the serial number of the boat shortly. What a great site!

Pete