What Does Sailmaking Mean?

A sailmaker makes and repairs sails for sailboats, kites, hang gliders, wind art, architectural sails, or other structures using sails. A sailmaker typically works on shore in a sail loft; the sail loft has other sailmakers. Large ocean-going sailing ships often had sailmakers in the crew.

What is a sail maker called?

sailmaker - a maker of sails. maker, shaper - a person who makes things.

Why is it called a sail loft?

This bench was used by Frank Tresidder of Penrose Sailmakers at Upton Slip in Falmouth. All ports and fishing villages had sailmakers who were a key part of the industry in keeping boats and ships afloat. They worked hard to make sails in long spacious buildings called sail lofts.