Nick Ross

Brighten up your Boat!

By Nick Ross / October 15, 2012 / Comments Off on Brighten up your Boat!

Have you walked through a boat show lately? If so, you’ve probably noticed the big trend in interior colors is lots of neutrals, beiges and tans. At Corinthian Marine Carpet, we’ve become aware of this […]

What kind of Carpet is Right for High Performance Boats?

By Nick Ross / October 2, 2012 / Comments Off on What kind of Carpet is Right for High Performance Boats?

Loud, fast, vibrant, attention-getting. No, I’m not referring to the latest football uniforms donned by the University of Oregon Ducks. I’m talking about high-performance go-fast boats. If you happen to be one of the lucky […]

Choosing the Right Boat Carpet for Cruisers

By Nick Ross / September 26, 2012 / Comments Off on Choosing the Right Boat Carpet for Cruisers

So, it’s time to replace that worn out snap in carpet. This type of boat has so much carpet that on the downside a worn out snap-in carpet can be an eyesore and detract from […]

Boaters’ Simplified Guide to Sunscreen

By Nick Ross / July 10, 2012 / Comments Off on Boaters’ Simplified Guide to Sunscreen

There are 2 forms of Ultraviolet rays from the sun that reach us here on earth. UVA rays are the deep penetrating rays that lead us boaters to be so tan. Unfortunately, they are also […]

How To Re-Carpet Boat Trailer Bunks

By Nick Ross / May 10, 2012 / Comments Off on How To Re-Carpet Boat Trailer Bunks

How To Re-Carpet Boat Trailer Bunks Re-covered Trailer Bunks Your boat trailer most likely has carpeted covered boards called bunks that protect the hull of your boat during transportation, loading and unloading of your boat.   […]

Need holiday gift ideas for the boater in your family?

By Nick Ross / December 7, 2011 / Comments Off on Need holiday gift ideas for the boater in your family?

Looking for a holiday gift for the boater in the family? There are all kinds of great ideas, from a gift card, to a 30′ Sea Ray. Assuming we’re not all going to go out […]

Snap-In Boat Carpet Edge Treatments

By Nick Ross / November 15, 2011 / Comments Off on Snap-In Boat Carpet Edge Treatments

A solid edge treatment is the key to a finished, clean looking snap-in boat mat. There are four basic options to choose from but most companies choose to offer only one. Once you’ve gone through the […]

Does Boat Carpet need Stain Treatments?

By Nick Ross / November 10, 2011 / Comments Off on Does Boat Carpet need Stain Treatments?

The simple answer is no. Virtually 100% of all exterior boat carpeting is manufactured from solution dyed Polypropylene. The process of creating the fiber is called solution dying. It begins with a formula of color […]

Does the Backing for Snap-In AquaMats Really Matter?

By Nick Ross / November 8, 2011 / Comments Off on Does the Backing for Snap-In AquaMats Really Matter?

Why is the backing for Snap-In AquaMats Different? A removable boat mat designed to withstand the marine environment is truly a unique application in the carpet world. After all, there is no other place where […]

Why Does Old Snap-In Carpet = Bad Boat Mat Template?

By Nick Ross / September 8, 2011 / Comments Off on Why Does Old Snap-In Carpet = Bad Boat Mat Template?

It may seem straightforward enough to take out your existing boat mat, box it up, with instructions: “make me one of these”. Unfortunately, it isn’t that easy. Over the years, boat mats are exposed to […]

Holiday Gifts for the Boater

By Nick Ross / November 10, 2010 / Comments Off on Holiday Gifts for the Boater

Looking for that special something for the captain or skipper in your life, without having to buy a whole new boat?  Let’s face it—Personalized polo shirts, drink koozies, and floating key chains scream uber-cheesiness.  Just […]

Storing your Boat for the Winter? What about your Carpet?

By Nick Ross / September 30, 2010 / Comments Off on Storing your Boat for the Winter? What about your Carpet?

Getting your boat ready for winter storage can be a project with lots of items on your list to check and re-check. One item you don’t want to overlook is your carpet. Before storing for […]