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DOT Durable Snap Fasteners
DOT brand, Marine Grade fasteners are highly resistant to corrosion. They are also known as domes and excellent for covers, cushions, dodgers, etc. These marine snap buttons are made from top quality nickel plated brass or Stainless Steel.
Twist Lock Fasteners
Dot® Brand Twist Lock Fasteners are also known as Common Sense Fasteners. These fasteners are simple and easy to use. Simply line up the fastener to the male and twist, you now have a securely locked fastener that cannot be dislodged. Twist Lock Fasteners can be used for canvas to canvas, or canvas to surface applications.
Lift The Dot Fasteners
Dot® Brand strong and heavy duty, Lift-The-DOT® fasteners lock on three sides and are opened by lifting the fourth side where the DOT® and the Lift-The-DOT® trademark appear. All brass or other non-ferrous metal construction will prevent rust.
Q-Snap Fastener
Easy to use - The lever action makes it easy for all to tension and secure a cover in one easy action. Tight and secure connection - Cover makers can make a solid and tensioned cover that protects boat and crew properly. The result is a cover that won't pop loose. Quick to install - Installation is like a normal press fastener. Special tools make it faster to install than other secured fasteners. There are no extra parts, thanks to smart pre-assembly. Quality and durability - Q-Snap is unique in being made from marine grade stainless steel 316 throughout, right down to the ring spring in the socket. Designed for the harsh marine environment it is the only secured fastener without moving parts. It is durable and robust

Stayput Fasteners
Stayput™ Fasteners together with new product development have made Stayput™ one of the most reliable and secure fasteners available. Stayput™ offers a superior corrosion free solution to your fabric fastening requirements, limited in application only by your imagination.
Suction Cup Tie Down
Secure boat covers, tarps, scuba tanks, etc. with this large 3-1/4" suction cup and toggle tie. 6" toggle tie stretches to 11", perfect for most applications. No cleats, tying or hardware needed.
Pull-The-Dot Fasteners
Pull-The-Dot® Fasteners are a heavy duty, three sided locking snap fastener that is built to withstand extreme pressure on three sides without unlocking. When pulled on the fourth side where the Pull-The-Dot® trademark appears, the fastener releases instantly. Its all brass or other non-ferrous metal construction means it won't rust.
Tenax Fasteners
The Tenax® Fastener is a self locking fastener which will not come undone once engaged on it's peg until released with a lifting of the button. A quick release is accomplished simply by pinching the head of the Tenax® button.

Windshield Clips
Dot® Brand Stainless Steel Windshield Clips are a spring loaded clip that attaches to the frame of a boat windshield or truck tonneau frame eliminating the need to drill into the frame. Clips are available in 3/4" or 7/8" for Snaps or Lift-The-Dot® Fasteners.
Tarp Clips
Tarp Clips are an easy and fast way for attaching lines anywhere on the edge of a tarp. No need for holes or worries about grommets tearing out and the more pressure put on the clips, the tighter it holds.
Hole Plugs
Assorted sizes of hole plugs to snap into pre-existing drill holes to cover them up and make the holes less of an eyesore.
Panel Fasteners
Various Panel Fasteners for securing upholstered wood, plastic or fiberglass panels.

Magnetic Snaps
Magnetic snaps are a handy fastener solution for a variety of accessories and apparel. The process of attaching them is pretty easy. You basically mark the position, cut the slits for the prongs, mount the pieces and then fold the prongs down and you’re done!

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As the weather improves, the sun shines more, and the weather gets warmer, your thoughts probably turn to life on the water. This means getting your boat ready for the summer sun.

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You will probably spend some time cleaning your water craft to ensure it has not sustained any damage from the elements over the winter. Ensure the engines or sail are in working condition, and you will spend some time cleaning your boat so it looks amazing out on the lake. What happens when you discover that some of the fasteners are not holding like they used to? Does this mean you need to buy a whole new cover?

Do not worry, JT’s Outdoor Fabrics Inc. has got you and your boat covered.

We provide a wide selection of do it yourself materials and equipment for any job to get your boat in the best condition for the water! Here at JT’s Outdoor Fabrics we know and understand how much of an inconvenience and how frustrating it can be when a fastener no longer works. That is why we have a large offering of fasteners of all shapes, sizes, and styles.

Fasten your seatbelts cause you are about to learn all about the marine grade fasteners and canvas fasteners.

Types of Fasteners

There are many types of marine fasteners in our inventory, that we supply our loyal customers with including:

Stayput Fasteners

Stayput offers a very high quality and corrosion free method to secure and fasten your fabric. Thanks to recent product development Stayput fasteners have become one of the most reliable and secure fasteners available on the market today.

Magnetic Snap

Magnetic Snaps are a convenient and easy fastener solution that can be used to secure a variety of accessories. It is pretty simple to attach and use these snaps. You just need to mark the position, cut the slits for the prongs, mount the pieces and then fold the prongs down.

Snap Fasteners

A snap fastener (also called a press stud, popper, snap or tich) is a pair of discs that interlock. They are made out of plastic or metal. Commonly they are used in place of buttons to fasten clothing and for similar purposes. They can be used on a boat to snap and secure your top into place.

Windshield Clips

The stainless steel windshield clips that we supply are spring loaded. The clip attaches to the frame of a boat windshield or tonneau frame. They are excellent clips to use on a boat as they prevent leaks as they eliminate the need to drill into the frame of the boat. Clips are available in ¾” or ⅞” for Snap or Lift-the-Dot fasteners.

Hole Plugs

Hole plugs help create a hidden and professional finish look for any do it yourself project or repair job. Usually, they cover the exposed screw or nail head that holds the materials together.

Tenax Fasteners

The Tenax Fastener is a fastener which will not come undone once placed on its peg. This is because it is self locking. In order to release this fastener you must pinch the head of the Tenax button. Some of the Tenax products we have available include single and double canvas pegs, clinch pegs, machine screw studs, double screw base studs, and Tenax keys. These fasteners are great if you do not want something to come loose out on the water.

Panel Fasteners

A panel fastener is used for securing upholstered or wood panels. We carry FastMount brand fasteners, as well as threaded and unthreaded panel nails. Panel fasteners are great for the house boat or any other boats with wooden panels. We also have a wide selection of different coloured snap caps.

There are many reasons to use marine fasteners as they can be used for a variety of different projects. If you are not sure which type of marine grade fastener or canvas fastener you need and is best for your boat, give us a call. Our knowledgeable and professional customer service team are familiar with all of our marine products and can advise you and assist you with your purchase. One of our representatives would be happy to discuss your needs with you and lead you in the right direction. We are sure that we will be able to find the best product to fit your fastening needs.

Here at JT’s Outdoor Fabrics Inc. we pledge to all of our customers that we will provide exceptional customer service. We also promise to fill all received orders as quickly as possible. We will have your boat out on the water looking great in no time!