Marine Shrink Wrap & Tarps

Boat Shrink Wrap and Supplies

Covering your boat during the off-season is crucial to protect it from water, dirt, and debris. This not only reduces the potential for damage to topside surfaces but also makes spring cleaning easier. While polyethylene tarps and canvas covers are commonly used, marine shrink wrap offers superior protection during extended storage periods. Canvas covers are also very expensive.

Why Choose Shrink Wrap for Your Boat?

Shrink wrap is a thin plastic sheeting that shrinks when heated, creating a custom-fit cover around your boat. Boat wrapping is commonly used for boats stored during winter or new boats being shipped from manufacturers.

Benefits of Boat Shrink Wrap:

• Durability: Shrink wrap is engineered to withstand harsh weather conditions, providing a watertight barrier that keeps your boat protected all winter long with minimal upkeep.
• Custom Fit: The material shrinks to form a tight, custom fit around your boat, ensuring no water, dirt, or debris can get in.
• UV Protection: Many shrink wraps include UV inhibitors to protect the plastic from breaking down due to sun exposure.
• Ease of Use: Shrink wrap is easy to apply and remove, making it a convenient option for boat owners.

Types of Boat Shrink Wrap Supplies

Fisheries Supply offers a broad range of boat shrink-wrap supplies, including:

• Individual Rolls: Available in various widths and thicknesses to suit different boat sizes and storage needs.
• Shrink Wrap Tarps: Heavy-duty tarps designed specifically for marine use.
• Heat Tools: Propane heat guns and other tools necessary for applying shrink wrap.

How to Shrink Wrap Your Boat

Materials Needed:

• Boat shrink wrap
• Heat gun
• Shrink wrap tape
• Vents
• Strapping and buckles
• A frame to make a tent-like shape. This can be made out of wood or metal tubing.

Steps to Shrink Wrap Your Boat:

• Preparation: Clean your boat thoroughly and ensure it is dry. Remove any items that could be damaged by heat or mildew during storage.
• Covering: Drape the shrink wrap over your boat, ensuring it covers all areas that need protection.
• Securing: Use strapping and buckles to secure the shrink wrap in place.
• Heating: Use a heat gun to shrink the wrap, starting from the bottom and working your way up. This ensures a secure and tight fit as the material shrinks evenly.
• Ventilation: Install vents to allow air circulation and prevent moisture buildup.

Fisheries Supply is your premier supplier of marine shrink wrap supplies and marine tarps from top brands. We offer a full range of boat shrink wrap kits or individual rolls of shrink wrap – along with tape, clips, vents, and heat tools – everything you need to put the boat away for long-term storage. Investing in boat shrink wrap is a wise decision for protecting your boat during the off-season.

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