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Written by FrankGehry   
Tuesday, 24 February 2009
Custom Boat Seats could be for you if you are refurbishing a boat that you already own, but also if you just bought a new one and want to be more comfortable on it. There are many ways to commission purpose-made boat seats, and this guide is about getting it right.
by FrankGehry


Custom Boat Seats could be for you if you are refurbishing a boat that you already own, but also if you just bought a new one and want to be more comfortable on it. There are many ways to commission purpose-made boat seats, and this guide is about getting it right.

There are many different types of boat seats available, and the potential for customization is almost endless. The most important deliberation in making these kinds of choices are is the type of boat that you have, the space where you need to fit the seating, and what you will be using it for.

When planning for customized boat seats, the best bet is to prepare a detailed list of the specifications that you want your seats to have, and then to discuss the list with several manufacturers.

Once you have the replies, don't only look at the price but also at how professional the reply was. You don't want to take the cheapest offer only to find yourself stuck with an unprofessional manufacturer.

Make especially sure that the manufacturer understands the size requirements and the measurements. It helps if the manufacturer also commits to helping with the installation, where necessary.

As the boat seats will be custom designed and manufactured to your specifications, it will really be up to you as the boat owner to decide on the kind of fabric, of color and trimmings, and of the style that you will want for the boat.

Concerning special modifications and extras, you should mention whether you want the boat seats to include storage space, any seat belts for holding down the passengers, or whether they should be padded.

The padding itself can be variable. Seats and cushions can be manufactured with medium, firm or extra firm padding foam, so you may even want to use a variety on your boat according to the location and specific use of the seats, especially if you normally have passengers on board.

The materials used are one of the fundamentals when it comes to customizing boat seats. If you have a vintage boat and wood is going to be used in the construction of your boat seats to maintain looks and character, you need to make sure that it has been pressure treated.

If your seats are made of or with steel, do ensure that there will be no protruding bolts or other parts that will make it uncomfortable for passengers o sit for a long time. You don't want those boat seats to be painful seating.

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