When giving a facelift to a marine vessel, re-upholstering its interior or exterior is the best choice. Hire a professional marineupholsterer who has a vast experience in installing the best materials. Investing in marine upholstery can be brought to justice if you get hold of a reputed expert.
Basically,
there are four types of materials that can be used as cushion foams:
Compressed
polyester
It
is a dense polyester batting that poses as an alternative to foam.
Compressed polyester can get more compressed over time. Due to the
dense format of polyester, it is mildew resistant and non-allergic.
It can even be washed with water. Compared to foams, compressed
polyester lacks the advantages of the former.
Polyurethane
Foam
Polyurethane
foam is the cheapest of all. It has a medium firmness, and is the
perfect material for seating and mattress applications. Be sure to
cover the material with an engineered leather that is polished and
water resistant. Additionally, it prevents mould and mildew growth
which is common in coastal areas. It is a good idea to use Dunlop
foams which are a branded form of the polyurethane type.
Open
cell foam
An
open cell foam has pores all over that allow water and air to flow
through easily. Open cell foams are comfortable and offer a cool
seating cushion. They are formulated with an antimicrobial agent to
prevent mould and mildew. It is a bit expensive, but you get what you
pay for. When paired with an outdoor cushion fabric, it creates a
maintenance free material no matter what the climatic condition is.
Closed
cell
Closed
cell foams are also known as floating foams. It does not allow water
to run through it thus, being a buoyant. Closed cell foam is great
for floatation applications like floating cockpit cushions and life
vests. It is also a good choice for commercial boat seating. A thin
layer of closed cell foam is often glued to the bottom of other foam,
which helps to create additional support.
Bear
in mind that crossing the materials for your boat upholstery is
crucial because they stand responsible for both aesthetic and safety.
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