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Marine Upholstery — Boat Seats, Canvas and Vinyl in North Carolina

9 of the 1,176 sewing and fabric businesses we track in North Carolina have marine upholstery, boat seating or canvas work. Full listings for every city are on the North Carolina page.

9fabric stores
6cities
1,176fabric stores statewide

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.

Wilmington 3

  1. A and D Maldonado Upholstery

    508 Rochelle Rd, Wilmington, NC 28411-7349

    Call Website All Wilmington

  2. High Tide Canvas and Upholstery

    311 Judges Rd, Wilmington, NC 28405-3643

    Call Website All Wilmington

  3. Upholstery 1 Trim Shop

    6609 Windmill Way, Wilmington, NC 28405-3746

    Call Website All Wilmington

Raleigh 2

  1. Keyston Bros Raleigh

    1200 Corporation Pkwy, Raleigh, NC 27610-1246

    Online store
    Call Website All Raleigh

  2. ABZ Custom Upholstery LLC

    3100 Stony Brook Dr, Raleigh, NC 27604-3768

    Call Website All Raleigh

Concord 1

  1. Dalas Auto Upholstery

    4441 Motorsports Dr, Concord, NC 28027-8933

    Call Website All Concord

High Point 1

  1. Carolyn Fabrics Inc

    1306 Starr Dr, High Point, NC 27260

    Mon-Thu 8-5, Fri 8-3

    Online store
    Call Website All High Point

Newton 1

  1. Carolina Specialty Fabrics

    28 N Caldwell Ave, Newton, NC 28658-2300

    Call Website All Newton

Supply 1

  1. Doug's Upholstery

    355 Baker Dr SW, Supply, NC 28462-2706

    Call Website All Supply
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 9 fabric and quilt retailers located across North Carolina 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 North Carolina by city or region.

Where to buy fabric material?

Suppliers throughout North Carolina stock various fabric materials, including quilting cotton, silk, linen, and wool. You can choose from 9 verified locations listed across the state to suit your crafting or garment projects. Use our guide to discover specialized material retailers in North Carolina.