So how do you remove vinyl decals and stickers from a boat.
Acetone on boat vinyl.
I use it sparingly.
I wipe it on vigorously on a small area at a time by applying a small amount on a cloth.
This product comes with a spray head making it super easy to use.
Reapply acetone to the rag and continue to wipe the glue away until it is completely removed.
If necessary agitate the surface with a brush or terrycloth towel.
How to clean your vinyl boat seats with marine 31 mildew remover 1.
Can be mixed with clifton hypalon accelerator.
3m s marine vinyl cleaner is a wonderful inflatable boat cleaner.
Add more solvent reapply to boat.
Thin consistency brushes on easily.
I ve never had it turn the vinyl brown or brittle or eat it.
Spray directly onto surface and allow 1 3 minutes for penetration.
I use acetone when all else fails.
Its fresh lemon scent makes it not only a good cleaner but a pleasant one as well.
Thoroughly rinse and dry surface.
Recommend methyl ethyl ketone mek or acetone as a solvent cleaner.
There are three popular ways to remove decals and stickers from a boat.
For stubborn stains allow cleaner to penetrate for 5 minutes before agitating.
Works by softening the coating on the boat and patch materials effectively creating a mixture of the two coatings for a great bond.
I completely rejuvenated the old moldy and grimy vinyl surfaces on my 84 montauk with acetone when i first purchased it.