Unless you happen to own a boat, you may not realize how many different kinds of boat seats are available to boat owners. Boat seats are important, not only for the comfort of your passengers, but also because it would be dangerous for passengers to remain standing while navigating rough waters, or even most harbor and coastline waters.
Boat seats are called by a variety of names, and can be known as fighting or fishing chairs, Captain’s boat seats, drop away seats and bucket boat seats. Some seats come in bench designs and others are collapsible. A leaning post is also considered a boat seat, and offers standing passengers something to hang on to when needed.
Boat seats can also be custom designed and manufactured, so it’s really up to the boat owner to decide on fabric, colors and styles. Of course, fabrics that will stand up to harsh sunlight and salty water are a must, and your local boat parts manufacturer or supplier will be able to determine which fabrics are suitable for your boat seats and which are not.
Some boat seats are entirely upholstered while others come in a combination of wood and steel, or steel and cushions, and some are...