mikes261
Junior Member
Posts: 10
Jeanneau Model: SO 37
Yacht Name: Dreamcatcher
Home Port: Cardiff
Country: UK
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Post by mikes261 on Nov 9, 2019 2:42:24 GMT
Hi All Just thought I would share my latest change to the boat which is tidying up the look of the top sides. The top sides where the original painted (sprayed) blue and were looking rather shabby after 17years of service.
After looking at my options I decided to have the topsides and transom vinyl wrapped. This was 1/4 to 1/5 the quoted prices of a new spray job, with the added bonus, the only maintenance is wash it down with soapy water ever six months or so. I will probably put some UV protective polish on, especially on the rounded edges of the transom were I think the vinyl may crack overtime.
I've been told the lifetime of the vinyl is 5 - 7 years and if/when it is scraped you can simply put a patch over the top which will only be noticeable when looked at closely. However only time will tell if I have bought myself a whole lot of trouble but for now I am really happy with the transformation.
At the same time I had the companionway steps and entrance done in a vinyl wood effect, which I think will be a bit of a Marmite thing (i.e. some will like it others won't), I am still not sure.
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Post by zaphod on Nov 9, 2019 5:36:05 GMT
Wow, that looks great!
Our local Jeanneau broker had a brand new boat wrapped a custom colour for a buyer. The benefit to that is when it gets old you can peel it off and have brand new gelcoat underneath!
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Post by Zanshin on Nov 9, 2019 7:07:35 GMT
That looks really impressive! I looked into getting my boat "wrapped" and there were great advantages in price and maintenance, in the end I just had my boat resprayed instead. Several people in two yards told me that the wrap gets damaged whenever the boat goes into the slings for a haul and that, for me, was one reason not to do it.
I'd like to hear from you once the boat gets put back into the water to see if the slings do any damage and if they do, how much work it is to fix that up.
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Post by alenka on Nov 9, 2019 9:14:53 GMT
She certainly looks brand new. Can you post any before and after pics?
Can you tell more about the vinyl wood effect. Our cabin sole is a job on the to do list and one that keeps getting put off. Sleeping on the boat with a newly varnished floor is probably not a healthy thing to do!
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mikes261
Junior Member
Posts: 10
Jeanneau Model: SO 37
Yacht Name: Dreamcatcher
Home Port: Cardiff
Country: UK
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Post by mikes261 on Nov 9, 2019 12:29:17 GMT
It just so happens the before images I have don’t show any of the marks, especially the large fender mark which was about 8inches square.
I asked about any issues when hoisting in or out and the answer was just make sure the slings are clean to prevent scratching. I was also told to use fender socks. However there are pros and cons to using socks because apparently they can collect dirt and grit. I have bought a spare set so will always have a clean set ready to use. Plus some old fenders when going along side a dirty lock wall, which is the case when going into Bristol harbour, one of our weekend destinations.
I’ll keep you posted how things go when we go back in the water at the end of the month.
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mikes261
Junior Member
Posts: 10
Jeanneau Model: SO 37
Yacht Name: Dreamcatcher
Home Port: Cardiff
Country: UK
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Post by mikes261 on Nov 9, 2019 12:34:02 GMT
With regards to using the vinyl wrap for cabin sole boards, this is a definite no. It simply would not stand up to the traffic use.
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rb951
New Member
Posts: 5
Home Port: Penetanguishene, Georgian Bay
Country: Canada
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Post by rb951 on May 14, 2021 17:44:16 GMT
Any updates on how the vinyl wrap has held up over the years? I am looking at purchasing a new boat, and would really like to have a coloured hull. Thanks
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Post by reiner on May 14, 2021 18:52:40 GMT
Hi, my boat was wraped 3 years ago. It still looks fine. Slings are normally not a problem, if they are clean an protected. I had it now 6 times in the slings without any problem. Where you have to pay attention are marinas with very tight places and swell and high pressure on the fenders. I improved it with a clear protection film in the fender area, which is very strong. And I once had a problem with a motorboat, very wide in the waterline and to quick when going back with the stern to the quay. I had a scratch wich is reparable. But this could happen also to a painted hull and the repair is perhaps more difficult. I add to photos from last year.
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Post by NZL50505 on May 15, 2021 2:55:48 GMT
Even with a standard (non-wrapped) hull I always ask my crane crew to wrap the slings. They hate doing it and grumble - but that’s what crane crews generally do - but they charge me extra for it so I don’t feel bad about making it a requirement of lifting.
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