Here's a link to a pretty extensive item on covering with silk:
http://www.eskimo.com/~smallnet/Archive/post381.html
Scroll down a ways to find the article.
Also:
http://www.aalmps.com/silk.htm
ORIGINAL: Safetywrench
Hey guys, I have a question (or a couple of questions).
What about using silk?
Is there any data out there about going to the fabric store and buying a bunch of silk .... then depending on the dope to shrink the silk taught?
If silk is an option, is it heavier, lighter, or about the same as using ... say ... 21st Century Coverite fabric?