Actually take pictures of the old upholstery from multiple angles while it s still on the boat so you have points for comparison.
What kind of paint for staples used on marine vinyl.
China top silver 22 gauge 71 series 3 8 inch crown 3 8 inch leg length upholstery staples galvanized fine wire staples 10 000 pcs box 3 8 out of 5 stars 28 12 99 12.
The rust resistant stainless steel staples are the best choice for use in demanding marine environments.
When the outer skin is made additional additives are used to make the material marine grade vinyl.
Some brands apply a clear topcoat on the vinyl and trademark them with things like permaguard or permablok3.
Our upholstery staple sizes range in length we offer sizes 1 4 3 8 1 2 and 9 16 inch to meet your unique needs.
Most paint companies offer these types of paints labeled as exterior paint if you are painting vinyl siding color is also important.
Paints formulated to adhere to vinyl are made from 100 percent acrylic or urethane and acrylic resin blends.
Now granted you can overcome that beam engagement by using more staples but more staples more small holes more places for moisture to creep in.
This guide will walk you through the types of marine paint and how to apply them.
Amazon s choice for marine spray paint rust oleum 7592838 6 pk professional 7592838 high performance enamel spray paint 15 oz gloss white 6 pack 6 pack 4 7 out of 5 stars 4 113.
Using a deglossing product removes the vinyl floor s gloss which allows the paint to more readily adhere to the surface.
The main reason i wanted to try this paint was because it was offered in a range of different colors that the rust oleum brand didn t have.
If you use too narrow of a staple you don t have enough beam engagement width of the staple that contacts the vinyl and you run the risk of the vinyl tearing away from the staple.
These additives provide uv protection prevent mold mildew bacteria growth prevent yellowing and help prevent staining.
This is not specifically a vinyl spray paint but the back of the can said it was intended for use on everything from metals and plastics to papers and fabrics.
Also if you re tempted to cut the skin off don t.
When you do each piece take close up pictures beforehand and as you remove the staples and the skin.
It s also vital that you choose the correct paint.