Marine Upholstery
The outside marine environment will take its toll on your canvas work and cushions over time. At Maldonado Upholstery, we care for your investment and each project we work on to ensure it can endure the harsh weather. We understand that each boat is structured differently. Still, we go out of our way to satisfy by using the current design or creating a new one upon customer request.
fabric
Most of the interior and exterior of a marine boat is covered with either two fabrics: Marine-grade Vinyl or Sunbrella canvas. These two options have a great variety of colors at your disposal, and in some cases, logos can be integrated into the design upon customer request. Each design created would withstand up to a few seasons with proper care. Mold, salt stains, and mildew can be easily removed with the appropriate soap.
Upholstery Framing
Regarding boat upholstery, there is a world of possibilities in design creation. Traditionally, most frames already come pre-built within the boat, and in some cases, the design remains intact due to how well the customer took care of it. Like building a house, a good foundation is a key factor for a good upholstery project. The same could be applied to the framing for each of the projects.
Some of the frames for the cushion can be used, but back in the day, wood boards were the primary framing material for them. We will offer to replace the wood boards when we consult with the customer. If the wooden boards have deteriorated, we offer to replace them with a board made of polyethylene resistant to the marine environment. If the cushion is not present, we can develop one based on the location requirement.
Foam
In each of the projects, we investigate how severe the damage done to the foam due to the weather. In most of the events, the foam has been exposed to the sun for a long time, therefore, being eaten away by the sun. In most projects, the foam is warped due to exposure to marine elements and needs to be replaced. The foam that we use is meant for exterior use and is made of polyethylene. It dries easier and is resistant to mildew, odor, and mold.
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