By Oldgoat54 Fri May 08 2020 948 pm We are going to replace the carpet on our pontoon boat with vinyl or woven vinyl.

Pontoon carpet vs vinyl. Pontoons are used on water making the carpet prone to mildew if not cared for properly. Vinyl floor covering is a commonly recommended upgrade for your pontoon. This is ideal for all boatspontoons even fishing boats.

Aluminum vinyl rubber and PVC flooring may be a better option for these areas. Your boating lifestyle really determines what marine flooring carpet or woven vinyl is best for you. And depending on the quality and ounce weight it will cost you around 300 to 1200 extra.

So the expense is something that everyone needs to personally weigh against their budget. The vinyl gets hot baking in the sun we just throw a bucket of water on it and it cools off. The new vinyl flooring looks like carpet almost feels like carpet and doesnt mold or mildew.

Carpet for boats is an affordable aesthetically-appealing option for those who enjoy simply cruising around the lake without a lot of in and out of the water. A popular alternative to carpet is vinyl. Pontoon Helper - Expert Advice for Pontooners.

When our carpet needs replaced Im going with vinyl. The moisture will encourage the growth of mildew or mold which will damage the carpet. Vinyl flooring for boats.

Unlike carpet vinyl boat flooring is easy to clean and wont fade with prolonged exposure to the sun. Pontoon Flooring Vinyl Vs Carpet What S Best Why An End To The Classic Pontoon Flooring Debate Carpet Or Vinyl How To Install Infinity Luxury Woven Vinyl Flooring On A Pontoon. It has good traction even when wet but the grain pattern is uncomfortable on the knees and elbows.