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    Seam Seal question

    I’ve made several tarps and a tipi in the past with 1.1 sil-nylon and seam sealed it with 100% Silicon Sealant & Mineral Sprits. I’ve seam sealed the outside, the inside or sometimes both. My question is what side of the Ridgeline is the best side to seam seal?

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    I find I always do both inside and out ...... a few coats to be sure.
    No leaks ever there so far......
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    The last tarp I made I sealed both sides. I was just wondering what others did... thanks for your info Shug...

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