You can use sewing machines if you want but they can be dangerous.
Can you use regular vinyl for boat interiors.
Overboard designs can match original materials exactly or help you find a striking new look and feel for your boat.
Use needles and thread to replicate the current pattern or devise your own.
Remove the old boat upholstery.
So stapling vinyl what can i say but you will build some serious grip strength doing this.
The boat maker did not use stainless originally and they were rotted away.
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Interior vinyl fabrics are designed to mimic the look of leather for applications like saloon cushions and home décor upholstery.
We specialize in marine upholstery ranging from small repairs to full scale upgrades.
Now comes a lot of sewing and stapling.
You can use dacron if only small areas or corners need attention.
Whether your boat is due for a complete renovation and design change or you have a minor problem area overboard designs can help.
Boat seats can take a beating over winter storage and summer use in 2020.
It is best to clean your boat every few weeks and keep it covered when not in use.
Go a little larger than may seem necessary because new upholstery will compress the foam.
If you don t have access to a garage or shed to store your boat perhaps you can use a mooring cover or even toss some covers over the seats.
Remove the seats from the boat and disassemble backrests seat cushions and covered pieces.
Cleaning and maintaining vinyl boat seats are important for you and your guests as well as the lengthening the use of your boat furniture.
I used a standard staple gun and stainless staples.
Remember proper vinyl cleaning and maintenance increases the life of your boats interior.
Here in florida we cannot use non stainless hardware so spend the 10 on the box of staples and rest easy they will last.
However you sew your vinyl is up to you but you want to make sure the vinyl you choose can hold up when sewn.
Not all seating vinyl is meant for exterior applications like on the deck of a boat so knowing whether you need an interior or exterior fabric will narrow your choices.
Some vinyl when sewn can rip easily at the seams and others will hold tight.
Many people will prefer to use an industrial sewing machine but some marine vinyl will work with regular sewing machines.
Cleaning your vinyl boat seats on a routine basis will reduce the risk of sun damage.
If you don t renew it it will affect your upholstery project.
Most boating supplies stores sell seat covers for about 40 50 bucks.
Over time the plywood will loose its laminate properties or you re going o see peeling.