Estimating boat carpet installation

[baileyuph]

This one was presented as a general idea of the job of replacing carpet in - a Bayliner probably around 19 - 21 foot which is a small pleasure boat (skiing, riding, and perhaps a little fishing(?).

Too date haven't seen the boat but couple of questions
  !.  How long to tear out old and prep surfaces (cleaning old glue I suppose)?
     Two to three hours?
  2.  On an open boat like this, are there binding requirements?

  3.  Ok, three;  Are there carpet kits available for these type boats, I would think so
       and has one been bought, if so describe quality, experience, and general time
       requirement to install - total job a day job?

Doyle

[MinUph]

It's been my experience with pre cut replacement goods the quality isn't there.
If the existing is totally glud down ot will be a good to prep. Acetone wash will work or one of those black paint removal wheels. If your going to do a full replacement and cut it tight into the boat no binding is needed unless there are hatch covers etc. Door openings also need a finished edge if it a cuddy.

[brmax]

Your the pro Doyle, and agree with what Paul said. I would first ask if it wasn't brought in, Does it just have snap in floor carpet you want/need, or does it look possibly glued in "and on the sides" of all areas and under cushions.
Seems a lot of the newest boats in the mid states have gellcoat interiors now and use snap mounted type carpets as the bigger coastal boats have had for some time.
But Im here for learning so Im all ears, I know all my old boats have had carpet all over and would be a pain to remove in a quality manner to consider a good adhesion. If some of the boat pro check in id like to hear some on the snap strength "action" as Im ready to order some dot durable type and need hands on pro experience buying normal and or hard action, Im lost.
Have a good day

[baileyuph]

Good information guys, I see the merits of using acetone, evaporates and isn't too bad to clean up if you do small areas at a time.

Since the recession hit, now about 7 years ago here or actually before for boats, my marine support has been primarily a few completes on interior and no carpet work.
With that background, I will appreciate anyone's input, there are no wrong answers.

The customer is one that is serious, he wants the sun deck at the rear rebuilt also. 
I remember he mentioned it is a 1996 model bayliner and interior (his words) seems pretty good as the boat has had good care. 

To the quesion about snaps in the carpet, no snaps, his comment there is;  "glued in but is shot, fabric deteriorating.

The black wheel, I believe I understand that to be one driven by a drill?  That was Paul's idea or input.

We still have snow flying plus temperature for days below zero at times, so I will begin on the sundeck soon and do the carpet after moderation in our weaher.

Yes, binding is the question I think at this time, I will find out when I see the boat.  My memory, well over 40 now- smile, but I got the idea there might be some binding and the carpet is basically centered down the middle.

Good comments Paul, anyone think of questions I should be asking.  If the kits are low quality, I don't want to go in that direction.  If marine carpet isn't quality, waste of money to go cheap.  Customer hasn't asked about price, he is one who wants what he wants and a quality job.

Next   --------anyone,

Doyle

[MinUph]

I didn t mean to say marine carpet isnt good. I meant that pre cut / fitted anything could be of a lesser quality.

[brmax]

Messing with another project I came across this 4" disc from scotch brite part 07450, it would need the adapter. They also have a 7 or 8" disc, it would be cool if they are grinder adaptable like the thread on style as im partial to them.
I regularly use the small 2 and 3" roloc disc, on my air  da. I just thought something a bit milder possibly, this has been a great use for mild machine surface clean / prep. Maybe able to remove the heavy glue areas without digging in to any gellcoat or rough glass resin, just a thought it might clog up to?
rambling
Good day

[bobslost]

I have a 1996 larson open bow of my own and I am currently getting ready to redo.
The flooring has covered carpeted boards, that are held down with screws and I would assume some kind of adhesive . I am planing on replacing some of the boards just because of the age (Im sure there is some rot ) In the past I have replaced some carpet in a couple of Lund fishing boats which I said I would never do again . They are riveted into an aluminum frame.
Snap in carpet is the way to go . Best of luck be sure to cover your time it will take longer than you think to tear down and clean up.