Overview

GORE® TENARA® Sewing Thread can improve the performance of outdoor and marine products that demand exceptional seam life and seam integrity. Conventional seam threads can embrittle or break after a few years of exposure to the elements. Only GORE TENARA Sewing Thread durably withstands exposure to sunlight, saltwater, harsh chemicals, pollution and extreme temperatures without fading or deteriorating. 

That’s because GORE TENARA thread has a unique ePTFE fiber construction that extends the life of fabric seams — and ultimately, the life of the products in which they are used. Due to its exceptional material properties and use of non-fading pigments rather than dyes, colorfast GORE TENARA Sewing Thread retains its bold appearance over time, even after exposure to harsh cleaning chemicals.

And because this durable thread does not deteriorate — not even after prolonged exposure to UV radiation — it is guaranteed to outlast the fabric in which it is used. 

Guaranteed to last

  • Unaffected by sunlight

GORE TENARA Sewing Thread maintains its strength even after regular exposure to sunlight’s UV rays. This thread effectively resists breakage because UV resistance is permanently built right into our fibers — it’s not a coating or additive that can wear off.

  • Weather-proof

GORE TENARA Sewing Thread remains flexible and strong in extremes of hot and cold. It won’t absorb water and it durably resists acid rain, saltwater, pollution, snow and freezing temperatures.

Gore Graphic on Break Strength
GORE TENARA Sewing Thread will outlast the fabric into which it is sewn. Gore guarantees it!

Known for premium quality

  • Enhance your reputation

Using GORE TENARA Sewing Thread lets your customers know you are providing a premium product with durable seams that are built to last. After more than 30 years in the market, GORE TENARA Sewing Thread has proven itself for delivering lasting quality, for performance that both you and your customers can trust. 

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Beauty that endures

  • Easy to clean

GORE TENARA Sewing Thread is unaffected by acids, alkaline solutions, bleach and cleaning chemicals. Just as important: it will not stain.

As shown, after a red-wine spill, a typical polyester thread absorbed a red stain that couldn’t be removed by cleaning. Compare that to the GORE TENARA Sewing Thread, which cleaned up easily and looks like new.

Gore Tenara Easy to Clean
  • Colors will not fade

GORE TENARA Sewing Thread is pigmented — not dyed. Because these non-fading pigments are highly resistant to light, our colorfast threads retain their bold appearance over time. In tests conducted by an independent laboratory*, GORE TENARA Sewing Thread received the highest score possible: a light-fastness rating of 8.

* Tests conducted by Q-Lab Corporation in 2019 according to DIN EN ISO 105-B06A:2004-07.

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Applications

World-renowned manufacturers and fabricators have discovered how GORE TENARA Sewing Thread enhances the quality, beauty and durability of their products. In outdoor and marine applications, look for GORE TENARA Sewing Thread as the sign of a premium product that is backed by Gore's lifetime warranty.*

Outdoor Applications

  • Awnings
  • Garden structures
  • Outdoor upholstery
  • Patio furniture
  • Sun protection and shade sails
  • Swimming pool covers
  • Umbrellas

Marine Applications

  • Bimini tops
  • Boat covers
  • Boat enclosures
  • Dodgers
  • Sails
  • Sail covers
  • Seat cushions
  • Side curtains
  • Upholstery

Additional Applications

  • Artificial Turf installation
  • Camping equipment
  • Convertible tops
  • Equestrian equipment
  • Flag manufacturing
  • Hunting blinds
  • Kayak Covers
  • Moon Bounces
  • Inflatable Aircraft Hangers
  • Recreational Vehicle (RV) Awnings
  • Tarps and tents
  • Tennis and soccer nets

* Limited Lifetime Warranty

**According to DIN EN ISO 105-B06A:2004-07 tests conducted by Q-Lab Corporation in 2019, all colors of GORE TENARA Sewing Thread received a lightfastness rating of 8, the highest possible.

Resources

GORE® TENARA® Sewing Thread Processing Guidelines

Processing Guidelines: Sewing Thread for Outdoor Applications

Technical Information, 2.43 MB

Reliable Seams for Marine Applications

Data Sheet: Sewing Thread for Marine Applications

Data Sheets, 734.36 KB

For marine and outdoor products, GORE® TENARA® Sewing Thread is the versatile, high-performance choice

GORE® TENARA® Sewing Thread for Outdoor Applications

Brochures, 1.28 MB

Sewing Thread for Outdoor Applications - Product Specifications

Product Selection Guide: Sewing Thread for Outdoor Applications

Product Selection Guides

View all Resources for Sewing Thread for Outdoor Applications

 

Recent News

News

GORE® TENARA® Sewing Thread Featured in MFA 2022 Fabrication Excellence Awards

Posted March 14, 2022

Top honors — an Award of Distinction — in 2022’s prestigious marine industry competition went to GORE® TENARA® Sewing Thread customer Bootssattlerei Hallier of Bad Abbach, Germany. Sponsored by the Marine Fabricators Association (MFA), the annual contest recognizes excellence in fabrication in a variety of categories. Only two Awards of Distinction are issued, recognizing “the best” of the Award of Excellence winners.

Event

Meet Us at the IFAI Expo, November 2-4, 2021

November 2, 2021 - November 4, 2021

Your GORE® TENARA® Sewing Thread Team is eager to meet with you during the IFAI Expo in Nashville, Tennessee.

Event

GORE® TENARA® Sewing Thread Expands Its Portfolio with Multiple Spool Sizes

October 2, 2019 - October 4, 2019

See these spools on display and speak to a Gore Associate at booth # 2362 to learn how these NEW sizes optimize production time and efficiency, adding to the many advantages this premium sewing thread provides.

News

New Navy Blue GORE® TENARA® Sewing Thread Is The Perfect Match For Your Favorite Navy Blue Marine Fabric

Posted July 14, 2017

Give your projects a custom, polished look with the premium outdoor sewing thread that’s guaranteed to last a fabric’s lifetime. The new Navy Blue GORE TENARA Sewing Thread is a perfect match for popular navy blue marine fabrics.

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Not for use in food, drug, cosmetic or medical device manufacturing, processing, or packaging operations.