Hi all
I am in the middle of boat renos and attention now turns to the hull. It needs some work after years of crab pots banging against the side, sinkers and the odd shark putting dents in it.
The paint is solid - it is not peeling but it is marked, scratched and dented, and I want a new shint look to match teh topsides that have been done.
Question is Viynl Wrap or Paint? I have had a few quotes on Viynl wraps and due to dings/scratches etc there is some prep to before the wrap is put on which pushes the costs up to about $2000. its a 5.5 meter boat with a max height between topside and waterline of 700mm so just fits into a single wrap I am told.
My reservation about Viynl Wrap is longevity - exactly how long do the last? I have been told between 3 and 7 years if looked after which to me seems okay - noy great but okay. My boat is stored outisde but covered so does get more sun than normal I guess that may also decrease the life.
Painting is about 20-30% more than a wrap but to me might last a bit longer and be more durable.
Time wise I intend to keep the boat for at least the next 5-7 years if not longer.
So what is everyone's thoughts on Vinyl Wrap vs Paint?