Installing CE Smith Deluxe Marine-Grade Carpeting for Bunk Boards CE11372

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what glue do you recommend for applying carpet to treated wood for trailer bunks

asked by: Jeff B

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I do not recommend using glue; instead, you should use staples to install the CE Smith Deluxe Marine-Grade Carpeting for Bunk Boards - Charcoal - 12' Long x 11" Wide # CE11372.

You'll want to use staples to ensure the # CE11372 is always tight against the boards as glue may not be enough to keep it taut, and that can mean the carpet can possibly tear.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

I recommend using a combination of non-water-soluble glue and staples to install the CE Smith Deluxe Marine-Grade Carpeting #CE11372. You can use the staples only on the back side of the bunks - where it does NOT touch the boat hull. Glue should be…

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Answer 2

We typically try to use 1/2 inch stainless steel staples when we install the CE Smith Deluxe Marine-Grade Carpeting, #CE11372, but 3/8 inch staples will work too. I would not go much shorter than the 3/8 inch staples because you don't want them…

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Answer 3

Yes, you can use stainless steel (heavy-duty) staples to attach boat trailer bunk board carpet like CE Smith #CE11372 to pressure treated wood. You can also use hot-dipped galvanized staples. Either type is fine for use with treated lumber.

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Answer 4

The only blue bunk carpet we have is the CE Smith Deluxe Marine-Grade Carpeting #CE11350 which comes in 12 foot by 11 inch rolls. The closest option we have to the dimensions you are looking for is the part #CE11349 which is an 18 inch wide roll that…

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Answer 5

The 5/16 measurement should be the leg length from the top of the crown to the bottom of the leg. That equals 8 millimeters. This is a common size in many small staple guns like what you might find at a hobby shop.

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Answer 6

We do offer marine grade carpet 18" wide, the CE Smith Deluxe Marine-Grade Carpeting part #CE11349 which is 18' long but it's only available in black. I have attached a full list of our selection below.

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Answer 7

We don't sell 2x6 bunk boards, but we do sell the carpet to allow you to wrap boards that are that size. For 2 x 6 bunks you'll want the 18-inch width carpet #CE11349 in order to have full wrap-around coverage without exposed wood.

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Answer 8

For 2 boards that are 2x6 and 96 inches long, I recommend the CE Smith Deluxe Marine-Grade Carpeting for Bunk Boards - Black - 18' Long x 18" Wide #CE11349. This will allow you to cover your boards completely. That will allow better hold to…

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Answer 9

The CE Smith Deluxe Marine-Grade Carpeting for Bunk Boards #CE11350 will work well for your two bunk boards. The carpet will be able to completely cover your 2x4 boards and is 12' long. This means you will have a little extra since you will need…

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Answer 10

I recommend using 1/2 inch stainless steel staples when installing marine carpet like the CE Smith Deluxe Marine-Grade Carpeting, #CE11349. I strongly recommend using stainless steel staples because they provide the best rust resistance so will last…

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Answer 11

I have an alternate option for you, but we do not have any carpeted bunk boards that are 6" wide. All of our bunk boards are 2x4's. Instead you can source the boards from a lumber yard or home improvement store and then use the CE Smith…

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Answer 12

It is recommended to cover all of the exposed wood. When the wood is exposed there is a greater risk of rot and damage. The carpeting is made of breathable polyester which makes sure it can dry out so no mold will build up and damage the wood or…

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