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A quality boat seat buyer guide

There are many different types of boat seats to choose from and choosing the right boat seat for your boat is very important. Then, you are coming to the right place.

Swivel Seats: This type of seat is typically found on fishing boats, so it makes it easier for the fisherman to move around while fishing. They are usually a smaller type of seat with a lower backing, spin 360 degrees, they’re self-lubricating with non-corrosive poly swivel bearings, and they can fit most standard seat holes patterns.

Swivel Seats Buying Guide:

▶ fit most standard 5“x 5”mounting bolt pattern

▶ including 4 stainless steel mounting screws 

▶ common on fishing utility, jon, and row boats

▶ high-impact injection molded plastic seat frame

▶ much higher back for added comfort.

▶ The backrest will fold down for easy storage

Bucket Seats: These seats are rounded or contoured and made to fit just one person. They could also be used as a captain’s chair. Bucket seats are also considered to be very comfortable seats and made out of a marine grade vinyl that will help protect them from the sun and make them resistant to salt and mildew.

Bucket Seats Buying Guide:

▶ Ideal for either captain's or passenger chairs

▶ High-density foam provides a comfortable

▶ will fit on most boats

▶ flips up to provide standing stability

▶ Most commonly used on runabouts or fish n' ski boats

▶ will fit on most boats

Things to consider when replacing boat seats:

▶ MEASURE AVAILABLE SPACE

Measure the space where you want your seats and match this with the full dimensions of the seat. DO NOT make the common mistake of just measuring for the cushions.

▶ DETERMINE YOUR PREFERRED NUMBER OF PASSENGERS.

Keep this number in mind as you shop, it will help to narrow down your search.

▶ IDENTIFY ANY STORAGE NEEDS.

If there isn’t enough storage on your boat, consider choosing a boat seat base with storage underneath.

▶ NOTE YOUR CURRENT SEAT STYLE.

If you are replacing seats, especially just a few, then you’ll want to choose something with a similar style as the old seats to maintain continuity in the look and feel.

▶ SAVE MOUNTING HARDWARE.

New boat seats usually don't come with any mounting hardware, so be sure to save screws, bolts, etc. from your old seats. If you do end up needing some replacement hardware, you should be able to find what you need at your local hardware store.

▶ THINK ABOUT RELATED ITEMS YOU MIGHT NEED.

Shopping for seats is also a good time to shop for furniture and accessories, this way you can coordinate with the seats, and save money by purchasing in groups.


Post time: Dec-09-2021