How to Measure a Boat for a Vinyl Wrap

Boat wraps are made to fit the side of your boat between the Gunwale and the Chine. Measuring the side of your boat is important to get an accurate wrap that fits your boat properly.

Hull Style?

If your boat has ribs or ridges along the side of the hull, it is best to have us add extra vinyl to cover the additional surface area. 

Length Measurement

LENGTH MEASUREMENT. Because the sides of the boat are curved, they will be longer than the direct distance from the bow to the stern. To measure the length correctly take a tape measure and, following the curve of the boat, measure the length along the Gunwale and also along the Chine. Depending on the style of boat, either the Gunwale or the Chine will be longer.

The LONGER measurement will determine the length of your wrap:

DON'T DO THIS.

NOT LIKE THIS. Do not measure straight from the bow to stern. This will be an incorrect length measurement.

Always measure along the gunwale.

Height Measurement

The curve and angle of the hull can make the actual height deceiving to the eye. The best practice when finding the height is to measure the distance between the Gunwale and the Chine at both the Bow and Stern, then measure the distance between the Gunwale and the Chine along the side of the boat roughly every 12inches.

The longest of these measurements will determine the height of your wrap:

DO NOT just take one height measurement by assuming it is the highest point.