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I have recieved my bunk carpet this weekend from iboats. My four bunks are 20'each. Should I use carpet nailes or staples? What is the recommended size?
I have used both stainless screws with washers on them and heavy galvinized staples (couldnt find stainless) 1/2- 3/4 inch worked well.
and depending on what type of wood you are using you may want to pre drill the holes, so it doesnt split.
rob
I used 1/2" Monel staples that I found at the local True Value store ($19/ box). I found stainless staples evrywhere but they all specifically stated NOT for marine use. Good Luck!
I have been very satisfied with Monel staples re-doing upholstry and carpeting bunks. Found a box on sale years ago and about needing to pay the higher price for a new box.
Monel is what you want, as stated before, stainless has enough iron in it to eventually corrode. Monel is expensive and very hard to work with, it makes a great bolt or staple!
. Good Luck!