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Need OB advice on a pontoon boat...
Posted on 1/19/14 at 9:55 pm
Posted on 1/19/14 at 9:55 pm
In south LA does having a carpet floor on boat( I know the technology in outdoor carpet has increased dramatically) or is this a deal killer with all the rain, precip., mold, rotting, etc.
Should I go for a hard ( Vynel) floor and play it safe?
Replies much appreciated-- about to pull trigger...
Should I go for a hard ( Vynel) floor and play it safe?
Replies much appreciated-- about to pull trigger...
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Posted on 1/19/14 at 9:56 pm to shipshoal
I'd stay away from carpet if buying new, which it sounds like you are. That's just me though.
Posted on 1/19/14 at 10:03 pm to shipshoal
Keep in mind this was 10yrs ago in Mobile...my friend had the green outdoor carpet(granted he kept it in a garage) but each spring we would scrub and wash the carpet. It stayed pristine for as long as he kept the boat. Used to take many trips to Sand Island off of Dauphin Island. It allows moisture to evaporate easier, no slippage.
Posted on 1/19/14 at 10:04 pm to TidenUP
Depends on storage
Posted on 1/19/14 at 10:06 pm to ToulatownTiger
Outdoors but will be covered ( roof) storage
Posted on 1/19/14 at 10:10 pm to shipshoal
Got kids? The reason I ask is the slippage factor. Either way it's a great way to spend time with the family and friends.
Posted on 1/19/14 at 10:13 pm to TidenUP
3 kids under 8, that's why we r doing
Posted on 1/19/14 at 10:17 pm to shipshoal
My brother in law has carpet. It's made for outdoor use.
Keep in mind that it is plastic fibers and is basically rot-proof.
After five years it has held up fine with simple pressure washing now and then.
Keep in mind that it is plastic fibers and is basically rot-proof.
After five years it has held up fine with simple pressure washing now and then.
Posted on 1/19/14 at 10:21 pm to shipshoal
Personally, I would get the indoor/outdoor carpet. My friend and I both had young ones and they had no trouble sliding. Just do the general upkeep and you won't have problems with the carpeting. JMO of course. 
Posted on 1/19/14 at 11:15 pm to TidenUP
have carpet in xpress, pressure wash after every trip and no issued in 7 years. Fibers are starting to unravel but that is exprected with use and age.
Posted on 1/20/14 at 4:37 am to shipshoal
quote:
Outdoors but will be covered ( roof) storage
After each use, let it sun dry then put it under and you will be good for a bunch of years.
Posted on 1/20/14 at 7:48 am to fishfighter
you want carpet. A quality boat carpet will last and stand up to the abuse. Like was said, always let it dry before putting acover or tarp on it. But keep it covered as much as possible when stored. UV does the most daamge is left out.
Posted on 1/20/14 at 8:23 am to shipshoal
My cousin has a pontoon boat without carpet. The flooring is textured and we've never had issues with slipping. I don't know how that would translate to children slipping, but drunk adults don't seem to have a problem. I think it makes it 10x easier to clean as well. It sounds like some people like the carpet, so I guess it's a matter of opinion. But I'd go without carpet if I was buying.
Posted on 1/20/14 at 6:46 pm to KG6
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Posted on 1/20/14 at 8:04 pm to shipshoal
quote:Pontoon Boat? What the hell are you going to do on a pontoon boat, retake Omaha Beach?
pontoon boat
Posted on 1/20/14 at 8:11 pm to shipshoal
quote:
Should I go for a hard ( Vynel) floor and play it safe?
If you ever fish in icy (slippery) conditions, you'll be glad you have carpet.
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