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Master sailmaker · Est. 2005021 744 553
CoverMania
Custom white boat cover fitted to a classic Chris Craft launch in Auckland
Auckland workshop · Est. 2005 · Master sailmaker

Cut. Stitched.
Fitted.

Custom covers, canvas and upholstery from a German-trained master sailmaker. 38 years in the trade. Every job is measured off the real thing, not off a chart.

Apprenticed in Germany, 198338 years with canvas & threadOne workshop. One standard.

The Work

“Sebastian reupholstered all my boat seats, side liner, modified my boat cover and new carpets. Nothing was a problem and exceptional work. Sebastian is a craftsman and I would highly recommend him.”
Philip James · Boat upholstery & cover · Google review
“Sebastian did a great job replacing our old Devon umbrella cover and making two matching butterfly chair covers. His workmanship is excellent and his turnaround time was very quick.”
Diane Graham · Umbrella & chair covers · Google review
“He is very particular about his work and the quality of workmanship is second to none. He is very knowledgeable and provided ideas I hadn’t thought of, which has resulted in one very happy boat owner.”
Tony Woodworth · Boat clears & covers · Google review
Sebastian Obermeier, founder and master sailmaker at CoverMania
Sebastian Obermeier, master sailmaker
The craftsman

One craftsman,
start to finish

Sailmaking apprenticeship, Germany, 1983. His father's loft after that. Then Auckland: five years with sailmakers, seven with an awning manufacturer, and since 2005, CoverMania.

No project managers. No subcontractors. The person who quotes your job is the person who patterns it, sews it and fits it.

"Quality is paramount to me. My aim is to produce lasting products to a high standard, to the complete satisfaction of my clients."
How it works

Four steps.
No surprises.

Send photos today and you'll usually have a price back within two working days. Free quote, no obligation, no pressure.

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  1. Today

    Send photos of the job

    Two minutes on the quote form. Photos and rough sizes are all Sebastian needs to price it. No site visit required to get started.

  2. 1-2 days

    Your price, with straight advice

    Sebastian prices it personally and tells you the smartest option. If a $200 repair beats a $2,000 replacement, that's the quote you'll get.

  3. 2-4 weeks

    Patterned and made to fit

    Measured off the real thing: your boat, your bench, your frame. Made in the Auckland workshop with marine-grade materials.

  4. Done

    Fitted and signed off

    Delivered and fitted at your home, berth or business. Checked under tension before sign-off. You deal with the maker the whole way.

Repairs & restitching

Don't replace it.
Repair it.

UV kills thread long before it kills quality canvas. Most boat covers, shade sails and awnings that look finished are structurally sound and failing only at the seams. Restitching with UV-stable thread, patching, new zips and a proper wash cost a fraction of replacement.

The same goes for upholstery. A well-made chair or a set of squabs with tired fabric recovers into what looks like a new piece, for far less than quality new furniture. Good gear stays out of landfill and money stays in your pocket.

  • Canvas restitchingBoat covers, awnings, shade sails, biminis
  • Canopy washingMould, salt and grime cleaned properly
  • Umbrella canopies & framesReplacement canopies, wooden frame and rib repairs
  • Zips & hardwareReplaced with marine-grade fittings
  • Patches & reinforcingStress points rebuilt to outlast the original
  • Upholstery recoveryNew fabric or leather over sound frames and foam
Stained and tired squab before recovering
Squab recovered in fresh outdoor fabric on the workshop bench
As it arrivedRecovered

Drag the handle. Same squab, off the bench this week

Materials

Materials that last

A cover only lasts as long as its weakest component. We specify marine-grade materials as standard, matched to how and where the finished piece will live.

Planasol & Sunbrella

Solution-dyed acrylics that hold colour and breathe. The benchmark for boat covers, awnings and outdoor fabric.

PVC-coated polyester

Fully waterproof heavy cover material for equipment, trailered boats and hard wear.

Commercial shade mesh

Engineered UV block for shade sails, rated for New Zealand sun.

UV-stable thread & stainless fittings

The details that decide whether a cover lasts three years or fifteen.

Straight answers

Common questions

Anything else, call 021 744 553 and ask Sebastian directly.

What does CoverMania make?

Custom boat covers, spray hoods, sail bags and marine squabs; shade sails, awnings, drop curtains and umbrella canopies; indoor upholstery, window seats and cushions; leather work; and commercial canvas from equipment covers to banners. Everything is measured, made and fitted in Auckland.

How much does a custom boat cover cost?

It depends on the size of the boat and the fabric. Send photos and rough dimensions through the quote form and Sebastian will price it, usually within two working days. If a repair to your existing cover makes more sense, that is the quote you will get.

Do you repair covers, shade sails, awnings and umbrellas?

Yes. Restitching, patching, new zips, canopy washing and hardware replacement. For umbrellas we make replacement canopies to measure and repair wooden frames, broken arms and ribs. Seams and thread usually fail long before the fabric does, so a repair often costs a fraction of replacement and adds years of life.

Which areas do you service?

All of Auckland. Marine work is measured and fitted at your berth, including Westhaven, Bayswater, Gulf Harbour, Half Moon Bay and Pine Harbour. Outdoor, upholstery and commercial jobs are measured and fitted at homes and businesses across the region.

What fabrics and materials do you use?

Solution-dyed acrylics like Planasol, Sunbrella and Recasens for covers, awnings and sails; PVC-coated polyester where full waterproofing matters; commercial shade mesh; marine-grade foams, UV-stable thread and stainless fittings; and upholstery-grade fabrics and leathers.

How long does a job take?

You will usually have a price within two working days of sending photos. Most jobs are patterned, made and fitted within two to four weeks, depending on fabric availability and workload. You get a timeframe with your quote.

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