Mudrider34 Posted January 3, 2015 Posted January 3, 2015 I need to redo the carpet in my boat but I don't want the same color that's in there now, however I have horrible vision and don't know what would look good. Is there any websites or anything to help with this? I am not computer worthy at all so I'm at a loss for that. All help is appreciated! Quote
FloridaFishinFool Posted January 4, 2015 Posted January 4, 2015 Sorry to hear about the eyesight. I'd go with a grey or black since they can cover a lot of dirt spots, etc. And the outdoor carpet I use has a foam rubber backing that reduces noise and vibrations and really makes a difference, especially when standing on it feels like walking on gel insoles. I also install carpet in such a way it can be easily removed for cleaning the carpet and the boat. Cabela's and BassPro both have various selections to choose from, but also check with your local carpet dealers and see if you can get some for less from them. Good luck and post some photos when you are done! Quote
desmobob Posted January 4, 2015 Posted January 4, 2015 I don't know if we have any professional decorators here on the forum or not, but if we DO, I think they'd probably want to know what color your boat hull and seat upholstery (and maybe even motor color) is before they could make a recommendation on carpet color.... :-) Tight lines, Bob Quote
Super User J Francho Posted January 4, 2015 Super User Posted January 4, 2015 Light gray matches everything. 1 Quote
desmobob Posted January 4, 2015 Posted January 4, 2015 Light gray matches everything. I don't know about that... I've seen it clash with dyed, dark brown hair. (The light gray carpet was how I knew the dark brown hair was dyed!) ;-) Tight lines, Bob Quote
Super User Hi Salenity Posted January 4, 2015 Super User Posted January 4, 2015 I fish barefoot in the summer and light Grey gets hot. I wouldn't use anything darker... Quote
Mudrider34 Posted January 4, 2015 Author Posted January 4, 2015 I was more looking for website or something similar so I could actually see what it would look like but I'll definitely take suggestions! Here is my boat... I was thinking dark grey like suggested I just dunno how it will look. Quote
Super User Hi Salenity Posted January 4, 2015 Super User Posted January 4, 2015 Bassboatseats.com Quote
FloridaFishinFool Posted January 4, 2015 Posted January 4, 2015 Light gray matches everything. That's what I was thinking! Black too! I guess I'm not one for matching colors to seats and motors since they come and go while the boat can remain the same. I have changed seats several times and I just grab what I can find off craigslist and don't worry too much about matching the carpet and drapes or make the carpet match an outboard. Never heard of such a thing. My rear seat is white and front seat is grey and I never even think about it not matching- all I want it for is to work while fishing. I'm also not one of those guys- or gals- who likes to match my reel color to the rod color and then add flashy knobs (hubcaps) or hood ornaments. I am there to fish, not play interior decorator! Maybe that is why my socks never match? Quote
FloridaFishinFool Posted January 4, 2015 Posted January 4, 2015 I fish barefoot in the summer and light Grey gets hot. I wouldn't use anything darker... Now that is interesting. I have solid black and I live in central Florida and mine does not get hot in the summer. I fish barefoot too. So this would indicate that certain materials are better suited for carpet than others??? Quote
Super User Hi Salenity Posted January 4, 2015 Super User Posted January 4, 2015 Interesting, at times I've put my flip flops back on? Quote
FloridaFishinFool Posted January 4, 2015 Posted January 4, 2015 I have no idea who made my boat carpet, but I got it at the last PGA golf tradeshow in Orlando, Fl. The carpet in my boat was used on one of the booth's across the aisle from a large booth I was under contract with, and when the show ended they simply rolled up the carpet and tagged it as "trash" and needless to say it, but that trash is now in my boat and I have enough spare to do it a second time too. So the carpet is probably not one of the lesser expensive carpet types being that it was part of the exhibit across the aisle. It is more than likely some sort of outdoor carpet designed for high end golf purposes and maybe even professional putt putt facilities. I really have no idea what its intended application was. All I know is I like it, and if I had to pay for it I probably would not like the price. It feels like rough brillo pad and fibers are some type of thick plastic fiber and it is backed by a black foam rubber substrate. Even in the hottest of days under a blazing hot central Florida sun it stays very cool to the touch so and I never gave it any thought until now that you are saying yours gets too hot to touch. And this leads me to conclude that color is less important than the material it is made of. I'll post an image of it. It is some good stuff. Just wish I could identify it now and I may have to wait until the next PGA show and hope that same company is back in that same spot next time. Who knows, but golf related carpet may be an improvement over what some sell as boat carpet. When you step back it looks solid black, but up close you can see it has white fibers mixed in with black. Foam rubber backing; Quote
BassnChris Posted January 4, 2015 Posted January 4, 2015 Bassboatseats.comX2.This is where I bought my carpet and adhesive. They were the most reasonable price wise and the quality of product is great. Definitely where I'll go the next time. If you google search bass boat recarpet you will find both written instructions and a few videos. Quote
Mudrider34 Posted January 4, 2015 Author Posted January 4, 2015 Approx how much would I need? 6'x20' roll? My boat is 17' long Quote
BassnChris Posted January 4, 2015 Posted January 4, 2015 My boat is 18'-6" with a 74" wide deck. I bought a roll 8'x30' roll and had just enough with just a tad left over. You must take into account the hatch lid doors, the sides if carpeted,ect. Cost me $389 for the carpet and glue. I had a lot of scap wood but had to buy a lot of clamps at harbor freight to clamp the lids while drying. I wanted to do all the lids at once. There are some pics of my project in this thread: http://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-forums/topic/130530-carpet-in-my-bass-boat/page-2 Quote
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