Upholstery

jskinner30PII · Oct 16, 2017

2006 - 30' Main ship pilot II
Problem - Upholstery starting to show wear .

Looking at replacing.

Questions-
1)should I just take what I have to a local boat Upholstery place and have them try and match what I have?
2) Does anyone have the specs on foam density and fabric / material used for my year main ship?
Any suggestions appreciated.
Thanks Jeff.

DavidM · Oct 16, 2017

Mainship is now out of business and maybe its OEM suppliers as well. Also the cushions on our new 2006 34T were a POS- the foam slowly fell apart and left crumbles underneath every time we used the boat.

I would go to someone who either specializes in marine canvas and upholstry or one who understands the issues of sunlight and foam life. Get them to make you replacement cushions including new foam.

David

BruceK · Oct 16, 2017

http://www.trawlerforum.com/forums/s9/30-mainship-helm-seats-cushions-35197.html#post602164. Snap??

Dwk · Oct 16, 2017

Any canvas shop should be able to provide samples of fabrics and colors. The "House of Foam " in Parkville, Md 21234 ,not far from your location, has a vast inventory of foams. Take your seat, cushion and compare density.

BruceK · Oct 16, 2017

Get a quote from a non marine upholstery shop as well, it might save some $.

Alaskan Sea-Duction · Oct 16, 2017

Fabric wise try looking at https://www.sunbrella.com/en-us/

jskinner30PII · Oct 17, 2017

Thanks for comments. I guess I will shop around with the cushions.
BruceK,
Those cushions are for a pre 2003 model, will not fit but Thanks for the heads up.
Dave,
I'll also check out the place in Parkville.
Jeff.

rwidman · Oct 17, 2017

The advantage of using a shop that specializes in marine canvas and upholstery is, they understand the marine environment and what materials and techniques will stand up to it. Sometimes it's worthwhile to pay for that experience.

Cheaper today is not always cheaper in the long run.

ksanders · Oct 17, 2017

You could have some fun and do it yourself

Learning to sew is allot more fun than you might think!

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