That was very informative I thought. And I'm glad that you spoke about the differences. Plus you carry both. This shows that you aren't just about making money, and that you care about the customers. This is why I really like your company. I have alot of respect for Sailrite. 😊
I choose Sattler for my new V-Berth cushions for the price, since my searches and reading basically said the same as this video. Great stuff and of course I bought it from SailRite! Fabric choice was easy, teaching myself to sew was a... pain.
You have two different metrics for comparing fade resistance of these two fabrics. Which one is more fade resistant? Sattler : 1,750 Hours at 2,200 KJ irradiance (AATCC 169) vs Sunbrella: Grade 4 (Slight Fading) at 2,200 KJ (AATCC 169)
The manufacturers use different testing methods (or ways to state those metrics). The fact is that the fiber used for both brands is the same --- 100% Solution Dyed Acrylic. My understanding is that there are only a couple of sources for the acrylic and all of the competing products share these suppliers. We are confident in saying you can expect the same longevity between the two brands. Honestly, they will fade at the same rate. The base material is the same. And remember that both brands are warranted for 10 years for fade resistance. So they are excellent. That said, we don’t get many warranty claims for Sunbrella or Sattler but we know from our own experience that even solution dyed acrylics (these brands and others) do fade slightly over time. I think most people expect this despite the extreme warranty offered. Colors like red, orange, and yellow seem to be more prone to fading than blacks and blues. But most fading is never obvious unless you happen to hold a new piece up to the old after years of exposure to the sun. And unlike other fabric, made from other fibers, the fading does not harm the integrity of the fabric itself.
Use this link to see a "Fade Resistance" rating from each manufacture: directus.sailrite.com/assets/d6b4dae3-6967-44d6-b180-e81ac3af00ab/Sattler_Sunbrella_Specs_Comparison.pdf
@@trixdropd Here is an updated link: directus.sailrite.com/assets/d6b4dae3-6967-44d6-b180-e81ac3af00ab/Sattler_Sunbrella_Specs_Comparison.pdf The old links broke when our new website went live.
I know this kind of fabric is advertised as being abrasion resistant, but that does not mean that it doesn’t abrade-it certainly does given enough time in contact with something.
The moiré pattern appearance difference may be visible because one panel was oriented along the weft or warp differently from the other fabric panel. Because of that the light that reflects off the weave creates a different looking shadow, making the weave and sometimes even the color of the fabric look slightly different, when they are actually similar or the same woven fabrics.
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That was very informative I thought. And I'm glad that you spoke about the differences. Plus you carry both. This shows that you aren't just about making money, and that you care about the customers. This is why I really like your company. I have alot of respect for Sailrite. 😊
Great Job on the comparison. Thank You for caring so much about us.
Thank you for your kind words, I'm glad you found the comparison helpful!
I choose Sattler for my new V-Berth cushions for the price, since my searches and reading basically said the same as this video. Great stuff and of course I bought it from SailRite! Fabric choice was easy, teaching myself to sew was a... pain.
That's great to hear that the video was helpful in your decision-making process!
You have two different metrics for comparing fade resistance of these two fabrics. Which one is more fade resistant?
Sattler
: 1,750 Hours at 2,200 KJ irradiance (AATCC 169) vs Sunbrella: Grade 4 (Slight Fading) at 2,200 KJ (AATCC 169)
The manufacturers use different testing methods (or ways to state those metrics). The fact is that the fiber used for both brands is the same --- 100% Solution Dyed Acrylic. My understanding is that there are only a couple of sources for the acrylic and all of the competing products share these suppliers. We are confident in saying you can expect the same longevity between the two brands.
Honestly, they will fade at the same rate. The base material is the same. And remember that both brands are warranted for 10 years for fade resistance. So they are excellent. That said, we don’t get many warranty claims for Sunbrella or Sattler but we know from our own experience that even solution dyed acrylics (these brands and others) do fade slightly over time. I think most people expect this despite the extreme warranty offered. Colors like red, orange, and yellow seem to be more prone to fading than blacks and blues. But most fading is never obvious unless you happen to hold a new piece up to the old after years of exposure to the sun. And unlike other fabric, made from other fibers, the fading does not harm the integrity of the fabric itself.
Great. A really fascinating experiment. Thanks
I'm glad you found the experiment fascinating!
Links in the description need updating.
I have updated the links!
Thanks for letting us know.
I would like to see a uv testing comparison on several colors.
Use this link to see a "Fade Resistance" rating from each manufacture: directus.sailrite.com/assets/d6b4dae3-6967-44d6-b180-e81ac3af00ab/Sattler_Sunbrella_Specs_Comparison.pdf
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@@trixdropd Here is an updated link: directus.sailrite.com/assets/d6b4dae3-6967-44d6-b180-e81ac3af00ab/Sattler_Sunbrella_Specs_Comparison.pdf
The old links broke when our new website went live.
Awesome video. Love seeing the comparison!
Thank you so much for watching! I'm glad you enjoyed the comparison.
Love love love this video!
Three "loves"? You must really love it! Thanks for the support!
Thanks for the informative video. And your humor 🏋️
I'm glad you found the video informative and enjoyable!
I know this kind of fabric is advertised as being abrasion resistant, but that does not mean that it doesn’t abrade-it certainly does given enough time in contact with something.
Great video!!!
I really appreciate your support, it means a lot!
Is the Sattler equivalent to Outdura? I'm trying to learn about Outdura. I prefer Sunbrella but a boat cover company says they might use either. ??
Sattler is the marine grade type while Outdura is the upholstery fabric type. They are both made by Sattler. Let me know if you have more questions.
On the screen the sattler patch appears to have a moir pattern unlike sunbrella. Are they woven slightly differently?
The moiré pattern appearance difference may be visible because one panel was oriented along the weft or warp differently from the other fabric panel. Because of that the light that reflects off the weave creates a different looking shadow, making the weave and sometimes even the color of the fabric look slightly different, when they are actually similar or the same woven fabrics.
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