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Marine Upholstery — Boat Seats, Canvas and Vinyl in Minnesota

8 of the 694 sewing and fabric businesses we track in Minnesota have marine upholstery, boat seating or canvas work. Full listings for every city are on the Minnesota page.

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Furniture upholstery and boat upholstery are different trades using different materials. Sun, salt and standing water demand marine-grade vinyl, UV-stable thread and foam that drains instead of holding water. Shops here state that they do marine work — seats and cushions, pontoon furniture, bimini tops and covers. Measure or photograph the seat base before you call; quotes depend on whether the frame and foam are reusable.

Chanhassen 1

  1. Wichterman's Upholstery

    7801 Park Dr, Chanhassen, MN 55317-9210

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Coon Rapids 1

  1. Gregg Patchen Custom Upholstery

    11819 Woodbine St, Coon Rapids, MN 55433

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Crosslake 1

  1. Crosslake Canvas & Upholstery

    37148 CR-66, Crosslake, MN 56442-2532

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Laporte 1

  1. Up North Canvas Company

    46841 County 45, Laporte, MN 56461

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Minneapolis 1

  1. Threads by Deb

    5704 S James Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55419-1644

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Rogers 1

  1. Premier Upholstery Inc

    20998 134th Ave N, Rogers, MN 55374-4814

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Royalton 1

  1. AAA Industrial Sewing & Upholstery

    16477 68th St, Royalton, MN 56373-3844

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Waite Park 1

  1. SouthPaw Upholstery

    428 4th Ave NE, Waite Park, MN 56387-1272

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Ask specifically about thread and foam. Polyester thread rated for UV outlasts nylon in sunlight, and closed-cell or reticulated foam is what keeps a wet seat from turning into a sponge. A cheap rebuild using furniture materials looks identical on day one and fails by the second season.

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Good to know

How much does it cost to reupholster boat seats?

Commonly $150-400 per seat depending on size, whether the foam is replaced and how much of the frame survives. A full pontoon interior runs into the thousands, and most shops quote after seeing photos of the existing seating.

What is marine vinyl?

Vinyl made for outdoor and wet use: UV inhibitors, mildew-resistant backing and cold-crack ratings so it does not split in winter. It is heavier than furniture vinyl and is the reason a proper marine job costs more per yard.

Can a regular upholstery shop do boat seats?

Some can, but the materials and the thread are what matter. A shop that does marine work regularly stocks marine-grade vinyl and UV thread; one that does not may build a beautiful seat that fails in a season of sun.

Where can I buy fabric?

There are 8 fabric and quilt retailers located across Minnesota offering a wide range of textiles. Options range from small independent quilt boutiques to large regional craft suppliers. Browse our full directory to explore locations in Minnesota by city or region.

Where to buy fabric material?

Suppliers throughout Minnesota stock various fabric materials, including quilting cotton, silk, linen, and wool. You can choose from 8 verified locations listed across the state to suit your crafting or garment projects. Use our guide to discover specialized material retailers in Minnesota.