Carpeting 2 x 6 Bunks

[ArizonaNative]

All I've been able to find is 12" wide carpet, which won't quite wrap all the way around the 2" x 6" bunk boards. Is it "alright" to leave a small carpet gap on the bottom of the bunks or is there wider carpet available out there somewhere?

[rudapa]

I just called Marine Master (Triton Trailers) and they sent me the right size pieces already cut. I'm sure who ever makes your firends boat can do the same.

[ReelDoc]

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Great idea Russ - unless your trailer manufacturer is out of business!

[rudapa]

True, but if you had the lengths of the current boards one of the trailer makers should have the carpet for it.

[rdb1028]

Call thes guys---- they can do most anything and are good folks to do business with
http://www.bassboatcarpets.com/products.asp?cat=14

[Astro-T]

On my last boat I just went to Lowes and bought some indoor/outdoor carpet and cut my own. Alot cheaper and never had a problem. if u have to leave a gap at the bottom thats not a bad thing either as the water will be able to drain off the carpet quicker

[Toypuller]

There is supposed to be a 1/2 to 3/4 inch space (lengthwise) in the carpet on the bottom of the bunk.

This allows water to drain off and allows the bunk to dry quicker.

[oldsailor]

Bought a fair sized roll of indoor outdoor carpet at Lowe's to re-carpet a jon boat I was re-doing to sell. With the leftover, I was able to re-carpet my 2"x6"x10' bunkboards - and yes there is some "open space" on the bottom of the boards, but it helps the boards dry faster (don't forget to use treated lumber and stainless staples & hardware when you re-install your boards - helps everything last longer.

[ArizonaNative]

Thanks for the input fellas.