T-Top Canvas Installation in Barnegat Bay, NJ
Elemental Enclosures is a favorite choice among Barnegat Bay, NJ boaters when it comes to T-top canvas installation. We are committed to customizing every seam, stitch, and snap to ensure your boat cover is a perfect fit. We serve boater’s marine canvas needs across all of Ocean County, NJ whether it be a simple sun shade bimini or extensive enclosure. Don’t wait till next season, get started today!
T-Tops & T-Top Options
T-tops are a type of top for center console boats built with a T-shaped structure when viewed from the side. The top is tall enough to stand under and provides shade and rain protection for two or more passengers at the boat’s helm. T-tops can also provide precious surface area to mount accessories like lights, antennas, and more.
T-tops come in two styles: Hard or soft. They can come pre-installed on a boat or you can opt to install your own as an aftermarket addition.
A hard T-top is made of fiberglass and tends to be long-lasting if manufactured properly and well maintained. Most can withstand weight on top and depending on the size can offer even more space for fishing equipment such as rod holders.
Soft T-tops are cheaper and lighter weight options. The top is fabricated with marine grade canvas that is laced tightly to the frame to provide shaded space with a waterproofed overhead. An added bonus of adding or updating a soft T-top is the ability to customize the color to match your preferences and boat colors.
T-Top Maintenance
In South Jersey, most boats will experience all four seasons and extremes of weather. Exposure to the elements can reduce the longevity of any T-top.
Hiring a professional that uses quality materials to fabricate and install your boat’s T-top is the first step to a long-life. After that, its up to the boat owner to do seasonal maintenance.
It is recommended that hard tops be inspected twice a year for mounting bolts and screws. After the inspection, they should be waxed to keep the gelcoat performing at its best.
Soft T-tops should have their canvas inspected annually. If there are tears or degradation, it may be time to have a repair or replacement. For first time installs or replacement canvas, ensure your marine trimmer is experienced and will use high quality materials to improve longevity.
Are T-Tops Comfortable?
Both hard and soft T-tops go a long way in providing comfort to the captain and crew when on the water for the day, but if you’re looking for the ultimate comfort and protection, you may want to consider a canvas phone booth enclosure.
Just like the name suggests, the phone booth enclosures that we install in Barnegat Bay and other areas of South Jersey offer up to 360 degrees of protection from the wind and splash by enclosing the entire helm area.
We offer fully customizable options to completely or partially enclose your boat’s center console. Adding high quality press polished marine vinyl panels help keep you comfortable while maintaining high visibility. For those days where the weather is simply perfect, panels can be detached and stored or a u-zip can be undone to roll up the isinglass for some fresh air.
Discover the Elemental Difference!
At Elemental Enclosures, you’ll be met with professionalism, kindness, and quality from start to finish. We aim to be a top rated shop by responding to 100% of inquiries in a timely fashion and keeping all customers updated through the duration of their project. Lead times vary, but you’ll never be in the dark as to where your project is on the schedule and when you can expect delivery. When we do deliver, you can expect your marine canvas to be built with style, comfort, & quality in mind.
Get Started Today!
There are many factors when deciding whether to install a hard or soft T-top including cost, longevity, and maintenance. No matter which you choose, you’ll be sure to be gaining comfort and style. Don’t wait another season to get started on your custom designed premium marine canvas install.