Seaquip
Hardtops
When you hear of hardtops for a boat, you can think of something like a ceiling of the roof because that is practically what a hardtop is. Hardtop in a boat helps to shield the deck from sun or water washing down on it, a hardtop gives you the cool and comfortable feeling when outdoors on your boat, you can easily stay out in the open of your boat on a sunny day and be shielded away from the sun as a result of your well-fitting hardtop.
Advantages of having a hardtop
- Protection from sunlight
- Protection from rain and washing water
- Keeps the natural light in but not the heat
A hardtop can be made from different materials, and the choice of choosing a hardtop is primarily based on the framework of the boat and the type of hardtop it can take. It is important to be able to identify the framework of your boat and what it can support as most hardtop designers do not include framework support in their services, you might need to check with your local boatmaker or manufacturer to determine the framework. Also, an individual can have a choice of the type of material to use based on preference or style for the boat.
Fibreglass hardtop
Advantages of the Fiberglass hardtop
A modern form of hardtop different from the conventional types is the fibreglass hardtop. The complete material of this hardtop is made entirely out of fibreglass, the advantage of the fibreglass hardtop is that it is very light and can easily be placed on the Bimini style framework. It also caters for the water channelling system by creating a water channel into the hardtop to prevent the flow of water down into the cockpit. The middle layer of the fibreglass hardtop is also strengthened and can serve as a comfortable platform for attaching objects like solar panels etc.
- Light for easy fitting
- Eco-friendly material makes it durable
- Integrated water channel
- Construction of handrail for safety
Choice of hardtop
Steps of choosing a hardtop
When selecting a hardtop for your boat there are certain factors to watch out for as they ease the challenge of fitting a hardtop.
- Lightweight
- Strong for the harsh weather
- Provides full enclosure
- Durability
- Already welded and only requires fitting
It is necessary to select a hardtop that fits your boat type and specification. Some steps to follow in selecting hardtops are:
- Select a style that suits your preference for a hardtop, you can check for recommendations
- Consider the framework and type of your boat if it fits your choice of hardtop
- Get the specifications of the hardtop to include specific details
- Obtain the hardtop and get a professional to fit it or you can do the fixing yourself
- In the event whereby you do not get a hardtop that suits you, you can order a custom design.