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Waxed cotton fabric / oilskin

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   Waxed cotton fabric / oilskin - Various Colours

 

Fabric name : 2 fold cotton waxed fabric / oilskin
Width/Length :

60 inches/ 1 meter

Weight

 :

650 grams per linear metre approx.

Colour :

Choose from Drop Down list above

Material : 100% cotton
Finish :

Antique finish

 

Maximum postage £7- UK mainland including Scottish Highlands & Islands, Isle of Man, Isle of Wight and Scilly Islands.. Buy as many items as you like!

Description

This is a beautiful waterproof & a 100% natural cotton waxed fabric, also known as oilskin fabric. It is made in the UK by a renowned wax fabric manufacturer. Waxed fabric has been known to have a history of use in wet and cold English climate especially by seafaring fishermen in old days, who used it in order to stay dry for longer!

This lovely fabric has a slight sheen to it and a special antique effect finish, which provides it a rustic appearance once in use.

Widely used to make wax jackets & accessories by famous brands in the UK; some of it's other uses are: boats covers, tents, canopies, equestrian accessories or just any type of covers.

We also sell Tartan check fabric, which could be used as lining along with this waxed cotton to make attractive & waterproof items.

PLEASE NOTE : Colours and shades of fabric tend to appear different on different computer monitors. Therefore, the only way to truly ascertain a shade and colour is to order a fabric sample first. For example, shades such as silver grey have a very light green tint, which is difficult to show on screen images. If in doubt, make sure you order a sample first, as fabric returns based on colour/shade differences (i.e. wrong colour choices), will not be accepted. Thank you.: We normally supply this fabric folded. However, if you would like to receive it on a roll, rather than folded, please contact us, before placing your order. Thank you.

 

 Some frequently asked questions about this fabric:

 

 Q: Why are square marks visible all throughout the fabric that you have supplied?

 A: It is normal for this antique finished wax to show marks where it has been folded - this precisely is the "antique" finish which makes the fabric look rustic and 'in use'. These marks are not permanent and will go away as the wax shifts and spreads with heat and weight all the time; however, these only add to the beauty of this material!

 

Q: Is this fabric single waxed or double waxed?

 A: It is a 2-fold (double) waxed fabric, and is mid-weight

 

 Q: Is this fabric made in the UK or imported?

 A: This is made in the UK - therefore has been constructed with the British Climate in mind.

 

 Q: How can this fabric be compared to the coated nylon that we also sell in terms of their water resisting ability?

 A: They are both waterproof - the two main differences are: The main fabric, which is cotton in this case and nylon in case of the other; the second    difference is the coating where this has a wax, the other has a PU coating.

 

 Q: Can this fabric be washed in a washing machine?

 A: NO - THIS FABRIC SHOULD NOT BE WASHED AT ALL it can only be wiped clean using cold water and a clean cloth. Neither detergents nor  chemicals should ever be used.

 

 Q: Would it require re-coating?

 A: For normal uses like clothing items say, re-waxing is not required frequently if used with care. Wax being heavy tends to slowly move downward if  a waxed jacket is kept hanging for some time! this can be easily re-waxed by just putting the jacket in the sun for some time - this tends to loosen up the wax and helps in self coating! there are wax sprays available if re-waxing is required and even some mills offer re-waxing facilities if required.

 

 Q: Is this fabric suitable for leaving in the outdoors all year round?

 A: No, it is only suitable for occasional use in the outdoors. Wax tends to loosen up with heat and harden up with cold weather hence if left outdoors continuously, this results in the fabric hardening up and in-turn tearing.

 

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Payment Methods
Paypal is our preferred payment method.

Domestic Shipping - Combining purchases
Maximum postage £7 - anywhere in the UK (excluding Northern Ireland) Buy as many items as you like!
In order to combine postage costs for multiple items kindly DO NOT complete payment after purchasing, but request a total from the buyer and we shall then revise the total for you.

Postage packing costs
If the postage packing costs for certain items seem a little high - that is because the item weighs considerably. Please also consider the price hikes imposed by Royal mail and other carriers due to increasing fuel costs. We only charge the required amount for postage and packing charge in order to pack and post your item securely and quickly to you; we do not make any money in postage costs.

You can however take advantage of our postage promotion offers and save money on postage when you buy multiple items or quantities!

Shipping and Delivery
We try to send items out within 24 hours of receiving cleared payment. You will receive a dispatch notification once we ship your items. During holiday periods or problems such as postal strikes & heavy snowfall issues etc. kindly understand that all postal services get affected and may take longer than usual to deliver. Even otherwise, if you have not recieved your items after a week has passed from the dispatch date, kindly get in touch with us and we will try our best to resolve issues.

International Shipping
For all International destinations, please ask for a p&p quote before purchasing an item as costs vary widely depending on location and size / weight of items. Kindly ask us BEFORE making any purchases.

PLEASE NOTE : Colours and shades of fabric tend to appear different on different computer monitors. Therefore, the only way to truly ascertain a shade and colour is to order a fabric sample first. For example, shades such as silver grey have a very light green tint, which is difficult to show on screen images. If in doubt, make sure you order a sample first, as fabric returns based on colour/shade differences (i.e. wrong colour choices), will not be accepted. Thank you. that we will only use a registered & signed for service to ship to International destinations. Although these cost more compared to normal Airmail services, they provide security and cover in cases where items get lost, damaged or badly delayed whilst in transit. It is therefore imperative that you ask us about shipping costs BEFORE making any purchases.

All international bidders PLEASE NOTE : Colours and shades of fabric tend to appear different on different computer monitors. Therefore, the only way to truly ascertain a shade and colour is to order a fabric sample first. For example, shades such as silver grey have a very light green tint, which is difficult to show on screen images. If in doubt, make sure you order a sample first, as fabric returns based on colour/shade differences (i.e. wrong colour choices), will not be accepted. Thank you. that you will be responsible for the payment of any Import Tax/Duty that your country may require.

Returns Policy
We have a no quibble 14 days returns policy. If you are not happy with an item that you have purchased from us, you can return it back to us within this period after receipt of the item. This should be returned in the same sellable condition as it was delivered, with all packaging (if any) intact. You will have to bear the postage costs in such an event. Once we receive the item we will give you a full refund LESS any initial carriage charges.

In the event that an item has been delivered faulty to you, or a wrong colour / size was sent (than what was advertised) we will bear full costs of either sending you a replacement OR we will refund your monies fully.