Testimonials

Zodiac Rib

Dear Michael and Michaela,

Last fall, you custom designed and assembled a bimini top and the associated stainless steel bracing to my Zodiac Rigid Inflatable boat.

Finally last week end it was the first time that I launched my boat since you completed that work.

The ease with which I was able to open, secure, and close the top is a testament to the quality of your work and materials used. While tied up near or in the locks, several people expressed how the top complimented my boat and were very impressed with the overall quality of the bimini top.

Thanks again for the wonderful addition to my Zodiac RIB,

Garry Gould

Hanse 38 (Wheel/Pedestal Cover)

Hi Mike,
I finally installed the snaps today and took some photos. Here are a couple that you might like. I love the work – Thank You!  The cover looks enormously stylish and practically gives me tingles.

Best wishes and thanks again.

Roger

C&C 35 MK1 (Misty Isle)

Rebuilding Misty Isle, a 1972 C&C 35 MK1, has been a long and challenging experience.  There have been many frustrations but many rewarding moments as well and one such moment that particularly stands out was the day I first saw my completed canvas work.  It was a design I had contemplated for many years but finding someone that could do the work to my satisfaction was no easy task.  I met with several fabricators but finally settled on Bennett Custom Canvas and what an excellent choice I made.

One of the first things that impressed me at our initial meeting was that Mike and Michaela actually arrived at my boat when they said they would – something I have found increasingly rare in this industry.  They both worked with me (no easy task) to iron out practical issues with the design and advised me on material choices, window layouts, stitching, fastening and many other details.  Ultimately (and sooner than I ever imagined) we arrived at a finished result that was more than I had even hoped for.  The quality of workmanship is second to none and I have long since lost count of the many compliments I have received on Misty Isle’s canvas work. I have since had occasion to ask Mike and Michaela for advice and they are always happy to accommodate me in a thoughtful and unhurried way. 

I have in the past, and will continue to recommend Bennett Custom Canvas to anyone in the market for custom fabrication of marine canvas.  The continuing canvas needs of Misty Isle will be a little simpler to plan as I already know who will be doing the work.

Mike Wallrap, Misty Isle
PCYC

PS 37 (Mythago)

Dear Mike and Michaela….. 
 
The new canvas has proved to be the best investment in overall comfort we could have made for Mythago. During our annual Lake Ontario vacation cruise, it was an entirely new experience to be dry in a 45 knot squall!
The quality of your construction and attention to detail sets you above your competitors and we are so glad that you took us on as clients. Everywhere we went, other boaters were admiring the style and workmanship of both the dodger and bimini. So, we shall continue to rave about Bennett Custom Canvas to the best of our abilities.

Fair winds, Sherry and Dave McClorry  (S/V Mythago  PS37 #301)

Beneteau 311

Mike,

Delighted, absolutely delighted....that’s how we feel about our new Dodger!!!

After hours of analyzing other products & companies we totally lucked out when we met you.

You are a quietly confident, understated guy who clearly wants to make people happy, as a result of which you have chosen to produce a First Class product combined with a First Class service straight off the bat. Your work speaks volumes for you. We have nothing but praise for your work and your professional, yet friendly, service. You made a nice looking boat look gorgeous! And all at the price you quoted.

We can't wait to order our Bimini and cushions.....we'll be back................

Thanks a million,

Colette & Cara

Beneteau 49

Dear Mike,
We are writing to thank you for the wonderful work you have done on our new 2008 Beneteau 49. We are very pleased with your dodger design and the materials you have so carefully picked for the construction. In addition, your help on designing and manufacturing our new cockpit cushions and the colour schemes has resulted in a boat we are very pleased with. Lastly, we are appreciative that you delivered all services and materials on time and on budget. We would be happy to act as a reference for any large boat owners looking to use your firm's services. All the best to you and your staff in 2008.

Anne and Chris Rich - Beneteau 49

Hunter 380 (Private Dancer)

Dear Mike,
We are very pleased with our dodger and cockpit enclosure.

We found your craftsmanship to be of high quality with excellent attention to detail. We also appreciate your willingness to adapt the design to fit the specific needs of our boat. Other Hunter owners have expressed open admiration. We are confident in highly recommending Bennett Custom Canvas.

Jean and Jerry Samson - Private Dancer
Port Credit

Alberg 30 (Carandy)

What can we say about Bennett Custom Canvas?

Our experience was great. The team came up to Parry Sound from Toronto to measure and install our dodger and sail cover. They came when they said they would in spite of rain and did an excellent and professional job. Mike seems to have a creative touch. We talked with him on the phone, detailing what we wanted and the colour of the old dodger and the colour of the boat. We had gone on the internet to look at colours and picked out a couple. When he came to the boat to take measurements, he had brought a few colours and they were the same ones that we had picked out. He seemed to know what we wanted and what was right for the boat. As with most boat owners, we are very picky about what we wanted and what we expect. When we saw the finished product, we were tickled. As we walked up the dock, from 3 or 4 boat widths away, we saw the Bennett touch, a small strip of burgundy at the side window (the same colour as the boat) which just made the dodger look extra special A small detail, but it just makes it right! The same goes for the sail cover. It was a win-win situation - we were happy with the quality of workmanship and they got to see a moose on the road coming into the marina (which they had never seen before, nor had we!).

Peter and Leslie Terry,

Carandy

Beneteau 40

Top notch quality and workmanship.
First rate installation, service and follow-up.

Jim & Edye McAfee - Beneteau 40 Owners

Zodiac Pro

Mike,

I just wanted to write you a quick letter to thank you for the excellent work that you did for me on my boat.  I am very pleased with the way the design turned out.   I was impressed with your level of professionalism as well as the quality of your work, and everything was performed in a timely manner.  I will recommend you to anyone interested in custom canvas work.

Thank you again,

Chris Salt

Cape North

Catalina 320

Dear Mr. Bennett,

After some years of research to make a new enclosure for my boat I came to see some of your work at Mimico Cruising Club. While walking around, a nicely done new full enclosure caught my attention. It was installed on a large Beneteau and it looked perfect to me. The quality of workmanship was excellent; stitches, good material and nice fittings. That was when I decided to get a new enclosure done for my boat.

After discussing the details about the design with you, you had several ideas and particular finishes about small but important details. At this time I appreciated your experience and advice, also how to select the best possible materials for the canvas, windows and zippers. Another important aspect was the time frame available, as it had to be done during a certain schedule.

All the above conditions were fulfilled and we are very pleased to mention that our quality of boating life has much improved since having the new, much improved enclosure. Larger windows, good screen materials, good working zippers and an elegant fitting makes the boat look so much more attractive. Most of all, the enclosure is totally water proof, no more leaks or water pockets.

We have happily recommended your work to a number of friends and other boaters at several Yacht Clubs around the lake.

With appreciation,

Frank Horn

Professionalism at its finest.....Mike Bennett of  BENNETT CUSTOM CANVAS has taken customer service to a different level. Along with being prompt his workmanship and installation has been perfect without any hidden cost or surprises. He has given me one of the best Bimini and Dodgers along with other canvas work I've ever seen. Well done Mike, you will get a referral from me to all my friends.
 
Thanks.....

Frank Infusino and Lisa Pinsonneault.