Install Boat Flooring Over Carpet

We ve been in business for over 20 years and have been specializing in fiberglass and gel coating since 1994.

Install boat flooring over carpet.

Our business can repaint gel coat and re carpet your boat. Lay carpet out unrolled in the sun for several hours on a dry day between 65f 90f. Regardless if you re looking for boat carpet replacement options or wish to restore the original. Since i treat every job like it s my own and more like a hobby than a job i prefer taking my time and focusing on every detail of your boat or rv.

Many old boats developed squishy floors which compromised the entire structure of the deck. In the 90 s boat manufacturers began replacing the wood floors in boats with fiberglass floors that were molded into the top deck. The most common type of floors floated over carpet are vinyl and laminate given they are budget friendly and feature a simple interlocking system of installation. Keeping your boat clean and easy to maintain is a priority for most boaters.

There are other flooring types available to outfit your boat. A rug over carpet. Wood laminate flooring directly over the carpet. Sure i d get my security deposit back but i d have to live with a disgusting 8 x 10 cover up in the meantime.

Vinyl planks vinyl planks are designed to resemble hardwood and can be found in a number of wood look textures such as hand scraped wirebrushed and distressed. When most boats were made carpet was glued down within the boat. Here s a link to a success story over fluffy carpet if you d like to try it. Not a fan of carpet.

Marine carpet isn t the only option. This was a natural effect of having carpet which holds water fixed to the floor. We didn t know enough about our future to justify the time and expense. When it comes time to change that carpet most believe they must rip up the old carpet grind away all the old glue from the floors and then have new carpet glued down.

Why should you use snap in carpet. Once fit is right clamp or weigh carpet down to the left port side only. Fold carpet in half lengthwise bow to stern revealing the right side of the floor. With over 30 years experience installing carpet i have the patience and meticulous work ethic to take on any size boat or rv.

Custom cut carpet for an exact fit using a very sharp utility knife or carpet knife.