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Clean Mildew Off Boat Seats

Clean Mildew Off Boat Seats Clean boat seats with mild soap and warm water, then a maker-approved mildew cleaner. Never a Magic Eraser.

Center console boat seats recovered in white marine vinyl

How to Reupholster Boat Seats Pull the old cover, use it as the pattern, sew new marine vinyl with UV thread and staple it back on.

Hurricane Canvas Prep

Hurricane Canvas Prep Take bimini tops, enclosure panels and canvas covers down before a storm, then check seams and zippers after it.

How Long Boat Upholstery Lasts

How Long Boat Upholstery Lasts Maker warranties run 1 to 10 years, and Strataglass states 2 to 5 years for clear vinyl. Florida sun sets the rest.

How to Measure a Bimini Top

How to Measure a Bimini Top Count the bows, then width, length, height and tube size. Five numbers and a photo.

Center console boat seats recovered in white marine vinyl

Reupholster or Replace Seats Recover when the frame and shape are good, from $200 per cushion in South Florida. Replace when they are not.

Why Boat Upholstery Costs More

Why Boat Upholstery Costs More Hand patterns, outdoor-rated materials and fitting on board, which is why a recovered cushion starts from $200.

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