FABRIC ENGINEERING

Covers, canvas & shade.

Boat covers are deceptively technical. Overall length, beam, rail height, accessories and fabric style matter more than the marketing photo of a boat that looks sort of like yours.

Boat coversBiminiFabric

**Measure the hull, not the brochure**Plan view distinguishes centerline hull length, maximum beam and protruding equipment. Follow the cover maker’s endpoints; console and rail height need a separate measurement.Reference: Carver — cover selection and fit

THE QUESTION TO ASK

Which dimension does the cover manufacturer actually want?

Boat covers, Bimini tops, enclosures and the measurements that matter.

DEEP DIVE

Start here

Covers, canvas & shade· 7 minHow to measure a boat for a cover without buying the wrong coverThe stated boat length is a starting clue. The cover has to fit the actual object, accessories and all.Read the guide

PRACTICAL TOOL

Make the numbers behave

FITMENT TOOLBoat-cover fit worksheetCreate a copyable record of centerline, beam and accessory projections before you buy canvas.↗