Pontoon Boat Wrap and New Vinyl Graphics

Something I haven't done in a few years is wrapping a boat. A friend bought a used pontoon and it was a blank slate and wanted to add some color and new graphics. There were no graphics on the sides, all I had to do is remove the registration numbers and apply the Oracal Wrap film and custom cut Avery vinyl graphics. I created the graphics from scratch using Flexisign Pro based on the original Bentley design and cut them in house.
I bought the wrap material from Metro Restyling and it arrived in a few days, start to finish the install took me about 9 hours including cutting and weeding the graphics.

[@SouthbayCreations]

Hey now that came out fantastic!! I bet your friend was super happy with it!! Made a huge difference on how the boat looked!! Nice job!!!

[@TheSignGuy]

It did make a big difference and his wife picked the colors. Wrap is still looking great from what I'm told, I have not personally seen the boat since it left my place. Thanks for watching!

[@JohnnyCab]

Nice work ,that came out awesome!

[@johnburks1004]

I needed a good how to video!!! My 96 is in outstanding shape, other than that damn fence! Thank you for taking the time to show us.

[@TheSignGuy]

Glad it helped you out!

[@SlurpJ]

I've wrapped some stuff in the past. Thinking about doing a deck boat i just purchased. A 5ft x 30ft roll should do it. I just havent figured out the best way to cut the whole roll in half.

[@TheSignGuy]

I unrolled the media and laid the whole 60" on the table, measured to find center and then cut it with a razor.

[@racoon126]

excellent job,really looks good!

[@TheSignGuy]

Thank you very much!

[@edistoisle4906]

Great job!!

[@davidpaw8138]

The patient that you have man

[@TheSignGuy]

It's not for everyone, and yea I do have some patients when it comes to stuff like that.

[@alexcreation44]

nice job !

[@TheSignGuy]

I'm far from a seasoned "wrapper" but got it done and he and his wife were happy with their "new" pontoon! Thanks for the comment!

[@alancall5113]

You make it look so easy awesome

[@TheSignGuy]

Ha ha, thanks. I've done a few so kinda know what to expect, it is easy but time consuming.

[@moncorp1]

If I was going to wrap a pontoon like that it would be something more creative.

[@TheSignGuy]

I agree but it's what the customer wanted.

[@jeffreywichern2013]

What type of gloves are you using for this application?

[@TheSignGuy]

ORACAL Blue Wrap gloves. It helps apply the vinyl and prevents the oils from your hands and fingers from getting on the adhesive side of the vinyl while applying it.

[@danmcelveen4006]

Would it be possible to add a wrap to a ribbed texture siding?

[@TheSignGuy]

Yes, absolutely you can. BUT it will take a lot more time applying the vinyl to the ribs especially if there are screws. Remove as much as you can (screws included) to ease the install time, the flatter the better.

[@mellaglenn1644]

If the metal has dents will a wrap hide them? Small like hail damage

[@TheSignGuy]

The material will not "hide" them but it will also depend on the color of the wrap. Generally lighter colors will hide a little better than darker colors. The material will confirm to whatever you apply it to, so if you have tiny dents they will show.

[@mattc24]

What colors on a pontoon like that will show the least amount of water marks? Great job!

[@TheSignGuy]

Thank You!! Lighter colors the better! Keep it waxed up, Lucas Slick Mist is what I used to clean and make em' shine!. Water marks will also depend on what minerals are in the water.

[@mac100percent]

Did you do any post-heating, specifically around the rivets?

[@TheSignGuy]

I hit everything with a little heat before the rain came in. I was a warm day and did not need any more heat LOL.

[@sovereignwordbaptistchurch8082]

You did a great job. It looks real nice. Can you please tell me about how much the material cost? I am thinking about doing my pontoon which looks the same size as yours.

[@TheSignGuy]

Hello! The major cost was the color shift material, between the two I think it was around $450 plus some everyday cleaning stuff. I bought my material from metrorestyling.com/ they have good prices and fast delivery, and discounts for wrap/signage professionals.

[@crcdesign9886]

Is that easier to install than if you were to use an adhesive decal vinyl..Orcal 651 for ex? The reason I ask is I had one heck of a time installing orcal 651 on a sign. I needed to change the color from white to orange and it was almost impossible to lay it without bubbles

[@TheSignGuy]

Yes, air release vinyl will greatly help you for color changes. Or you can use the wet method to apply the 651, or use the big squeegee to apply. I do this all the time but depends on what vinyl I have in stock as to how it gets applied.
Thanks for watching! SG

[@bobbycoffman8337]

I've got the exact same boat. Please come do mine now 😂🤣

[@TheSignGuy]

Where are you located Bobby?

[@bobbycoffman8337]

@@TheSignGuy Middle Tennessee

[@TheSignGuy]

@@bobbycoffman8337So not in my backyard, I'll have to charge you by the mile, lol... I can help if you wanna give it a go!

[@bobbycoffman8337]

What would something like that cost, if I found someone local?

[@TheSignGuy]

@@bobbycoffman8337 my best guess would be about 2k give or take.

[@bwilson6908]

What kind of gloves were you wearing?

[@TheSignGuy]

I like the Oracal Wrap Gloves, any wrap gloves will work.

[@douglasstudios]

I have the exact same pontoon just painted it black and I am looking for just the Bentley 240 cruise decals in lights grey for the sides and front. Any chance you have the ability to cut the logo out order it from you? Thank you in advance if you see this. Nice work.

[@TheSignGuy]

email me [e-mail] and I'll see if I can help

[@chipmillerick6564]

How did you replicate the Bentley graphic?

[@TheSignGuy]

It's a font, I used Hancock

[@chipmillerick6564]

@@TheSignGuy i mean the graphic design, not the wording. i cant seem to find the same design for my 2003 240 fish Bentley. id really like to put it back the same except for the colors.

[@TheSignGuy]

Don't remember, I either did it from scratch or found something close and tweaked if from there.

[@aarixk2620]

I have been trying to find Sombody to make me these exact Bentley logos for my boat , any possible way I can purchase

[@TheSignGuy]

Sure, [e-mail]

[@david.carter1647]

life span of a wrap on a fresh water lake pontoon boat? any idea?

[@TheSignGuy]

If the boat stays in the water all year and if it's in the south, you will get about 5-7 years out of it depending on how you take care of it. If it's used on weekends and trailered to the ramp and stored out of the sun 10+years but still needs a good clean and spray wax. Keeping the wrap clean and waxed will always help add life to any vinyl.

[@david.carter1647]

@@TheSignGuy sounds as good as a repaint. thanks

[@TheSignGuy]

@@david.carter1647 The wraps have their place but I would paint over installing a wrap if you are looking for life over looks

[@22josta]

@@TheSignGuy I painted my father in laws boat 2 years ago.. same boat actually... stripped it all with paint stripper and stripping tools.. primed and painted with Top side marine paint from west marine. it stays pretty sticky in hotter environments, and chips easily with him fishing and banging it up with poles and nets and all... I was wishing I had just wrapped it

[@TheSignGuy]

@@22josta If the paint still get sticky in the heat something did not cure or set right. Sounds like the time you had in painting it you could have wrapped it...

[@MrSirang]

How come you didn't apply it wet?

[@TheSignGuy]

You don't apply wrap material wet. Every brand (3M, Avery, Oracal, Arlon etc) call it something different but all wrap material has an air egress adhesive/liner. Once you have the material in place pressure and heat activate the adhesive. All wrap material is CAST not calendered if you're looking for material.

[@mikehrynyk434]

What state are you located

[@TheSignGuy]

Upstate South Carolina