How to Replace Boat Trailer Bunk Carpet

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When fall hits, many sailors have to start thinking about taking their boats out of the water. And that means projects to finish before the season ends. One thing you should be sure to double check before hauling out is the bunk carpet on your trailer. Holes in the carpet could scratch and damage your boat's fiberglass hull. If the carpet needs replaced, it's an easy DIY project that you can knock out in a day. Scroll down to watch more videos.

Materials List:

Boat Blanket 72" Fabric
21 Gauge Staples 10,000/Box (Stainless Steel)

Tools List:

Grease Marking Pencil Yellow – #111002
Scratch Awl Yellow – #235411
Sailrite® Upholstery Staple Gun – Short Nose #121410 or Long Nose #121411

Boat Trailer Bunk Carpet Replacement Video 2

All you need to replace the bunk liner are stainless steel staples, a staple gun and a boat carpet material. When we replaced the liner on the trailer for our Project Boat, we used Boat Blanket Fabric as our liner material because of its excellent chemical, UV, and mildew and mold resistance. Plus, Boat Blanket is a soft, non-woven plush material that is gentle enough for the boat’s hull.

Replacing the bunk carpeting uses a simple pull and staple technique, with no sewing required. You can install the new fabric with the boards either on or off your trailer. In the videos below, we outline both methods of fabric installation. Part one shows how to cover boards that are not installed and part two demonstrates how to cover boards on the trailer.

See the video above to learn this method of bunk carpet replacement!

Now you’re all set to make this quick but important update to your trailer! What projects are you still working on before the season’s out? Share them with us in the comments!