Author Topic: Boat lettering/graphis  (Read 211 times)

Offline balloonguy

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Boat lettering/graphis
« on: October 03, 2024, 11:13:04 PM »
Is there a marine grade vinyl for boats/trailers? I am afraid the oracal stuff I have on hand will not hold up the Florida sun and sea…
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Matt
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Offline farmboygraphics

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Re: Boat lettering/graphis
« Reply #1 on: October 04, 2024, 06:08:35 AM »
If this is a one off job I'd order from Signs365
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Offline zanegun08

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Re: Boat lettering/graphis
« Reply #2 on: October 04, 2024, 08:12:21 AM »
I used Oracal matte black vinyl, I am pretty sure 651 and it's held up great on my boat.  3M has vinyl that could possibly work better, but I used what we had on hand at the time and it's worked great on my last couple boats, though in fresh water.

If you want to be really cool though get the domed decals https://domedlettering.com/

Offline Homer

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Re: Boat lettering/graphis
« Reply #3 on: October 04, 2024, 11:09:43 AM »
no, but make sure you remove the outer coating / wax before you install. Most major brands are fine. We use 3M and Oracal for wraps, both hold up well. Sun / water isn't the issue, hitting the dock and improper install will be the biggest liability.
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Offline balloonguy

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Re: Boat lettering/graphis
« Reply #4 on: October 04, 2024, 01:55:33 PM »
Thanks for the replies. It is a friendly neighbor. I will give him the options and let him choose.
Have a great weekend.
Matt
When you dig grave will you make it shallow so that I can feel the rain?