Applying New Hull Liner on Speedboat

In this short video tutorial, you’ll learn how to apply new hull liner fabric to a speedboat. This is a no-sew project that anyone can tackle with just a handful of materials and supplies. This video is part of our Speedboat Makeover Series. We’re redoing an entire speedboat - upholstery, flooring, side panels and more - using Sailrite tools and supplies. At the end of our how-to series, this speedboat will look brand-new. Join us for this exciting DIY series.
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Intro - 0:00
Removing Old Hull Carpeting for Patterning - 0:46
Applying Spray Glue - 2:44
Installing Boat Blanket - 4:09
Patterning for Shapes & Curves - 7:02
Materials & Tools List - 13:02
Materials List:
Boat Blanket Black 72" Fabric - SKU: 100113 www.sailrite.c...
Headliner Adhesive 13 oz. - SKU: 123288 or 3M™ General Trim Spray Adhesive - SKU: 73211 www.sailrite.c...
3M™ Specialty Adhesive Remover 32 oz. (Quart) - SKU: 108984 www.sailrite.c...
Tools List:
Chalk Pen White - SKU: 123131 www.sailrite.c...
Clear Acrylic Ruler 6" x 24" - SKU: 102400 www.sailrite.c...
Gingher® Scissors Right Hand Lightweight 8" - SKU: 101017 www.sailrite.c...
Rags, Box Cutter

[@Jim-fe2xz]

Nice project! I've found that where you can if you use a roller to apply extra pressure over the surface the bond is even stronger.

[@SailriteDIY]

That's a great idea!

[@davestewart9146]

Nice 👍😁

[@SailriteDIY]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@bobcfi1306]

I liked the boar blanket material. I have a 1979 hunter sailboat with nasty carpet on the interior vertical surfaces. When I remove the carpet there is some residue glue on the fiberglass surface.
Is it ok to just install the boat blanket directly over that surface?
Thanks
Bob

[@SailriteDIY]

Yes, you can apply the new boat blanket over an surface that still has old glue residue on it. As long as it is flat with no chunks of old carpet stuck on the surface. You must remove the old nasty carpet, but not the old glue residue.