Re-Upholstering Boat Seats??

Question

I have a '89 Maxum Bowrider, that is in need of new upholstery. I was wondering how difficult it is to do? Also, is the only thing I need to do is buy the vinyl, cut it to the shape I need, stretch it, and staple? Is it that simple? Thanks!!

Answer 1

it is very easy. I would also recommend replace the bottom wood while you have it apart this will help with future dry rott and will be alot easier putting everything back together

Answer 2

It IS that simple...I upholstered many a scooter seat, and a couple of cars...

pic

http://www.strangevehicles.com/images/co...

Answer 3

Yup...that simple. You can get as complex as you want. There will be some cutting, assembly and stitching if you want tuck n roll and edge piping. But for a basic recover...cut and staple...done.

Answer 4

you are going to be much happier to remove the seats and take them to a pro upholstery shop .... the old seats need to be re-stuffed with ''new'' foam cushions and the pro-look of your boat is still there --- UNless the looks are un-important and then you can do the job just like your question asks --- IT is that simple<< buy the vinyl and go for it ...........

Answer 5

If you don't mind round corner,s it is that simple, if you want the crisper corners you will need to cut the fabric at each corner to allow it to conform to the foam and sew the corner,s it is difficult to explane, the best way to explane it is to take a piece of paper set it over a square object fold two sides down about 2 inches on one corner, you will see the bulge, with a pair of scissor,s cut the bulge until the edges fit, you will have a nice crisp corner after it is sewn, you will need a different needle for your machine and you will sew it inside out, it may take some practice but you will wind up with a cleaner look.  so practice making one corner with scrap material .

Answer 6

If you value your boat, have it done professionally.  If not do it yourself, and it will look like you did it yourself.