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Measure Twice, Order Once - Tips for Measuring Your Pontoon Boat for New Furniture

When ordering your furniture, there are some very specific methods used in measuring for your new pontoon boat seats and other pontoon boat accessories. You'll want to take these measurements with the rails on your pontoon boat. The rails provide consistent guides for your measurements and give a more accurate view on how much actual seating room is available on your pontoon boat.

While older pontoon boats had a single standard layout, pontoon boat designs have changed quite a bit in recent years, and these measuring steps are not applicable for all pontoon boats manufactured. For older pontoon boats, you can get accurate measurements by following the steps below:

• Rear Width . You'll first want to find out how much space for pontoon furniture is available in the rear of your pontoon boat. To determine this, measure from the inside rail on one side of the pontoon boat across the width of the pontoon boat to the opposite inside rail on the other side. This will allow you to get an idea as to the general seating arrangements available. 

• Rear Length . Measure from inside of the rail that runs across the rear width of the pontoon boat to the beginning of a middle gate on either side of your pontoon boat.

• Front Length . Measure from the beginning of a center gate closest to the front of the boat to the inside of the rail that runs across the front width.

• Front Width . This final step is actually two separate measurements due to the gate at the front of the pontoon boat. Starting on the left side, measure from the inside of the rail on the left corner to the closest corner on the left side of the gate. Repeat this process on the right side so that you'll have two measurements that do not include the width of the gate.

Finally, you'll want to factor in rail bracings attached to the rails in your pontoon boat. These bracings can impede placement of pontoon furniture and you'll want to have a clear and realistic image in your mind of how you will arrange your new pontoon boat furniture. Remember measure twice and order once.

Create your own Custom Pontoon Boat Layout

Following these simple steps will make ordering new pontoon boat furniture and pontoon boat accessories a breeze.

CHECKLIST:

1. Measure “A” distance between Port and Starboard rails. (add 1” extra spacing for vinyl and foam). Most boats are 89” to 93”.

2. Measure “B” distance between rear rail and side gate. 

3. Measure “C” distance between front rail and side gate. 

4. Check corners “D” - round or square?

NOTE: Measure inside of rails and account for rail support braces.

• Gated Rear Entry Pontoon Boats
• 8 foot wide Boats are generally 89-91" between the railings.
• 8 1/2 foot wide Boats are generally 95-97" between the railings.
• Rear Gate Areas Typically Take up 24" for the Gate and another 3-4" for the Gate Railing. (27-28

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Wise Deluxe Pontoon Seating Series vs. Premier Pontoon Seating Series

At Pontoon-Depot.com we proudly sell Wise Pontoon Furniture and accessories. The leading manufacturer of marine-grade furniture. We offer two series and here is quick run through of what each of these superior seating options offer.

Wise Deluxe Series Pontoon Furniture has been a boater’s favorite for several decades. Mounted onto high quality, rotational molded plastic bases and backed with weather resistant, injection molded plastic frames, each cushion is filled with high-compression foam padding and covered with 28 oz. marine-grade vinyl featuring UV and mildew inhibitors. Bench cushions are hinged to provide extra storage in the seat base. The Deluxe series is available in 5 tried-and-true color combinations, compatible with most pontoons.

FEATURES

• High quality, stout and sturdy rotational molded plastic bases
• Weather resistant, injection molded plastic seat and back frame
• 28 oz. marine-grade vinyl with UV and mildew inhibitors cover high-compression foam padding • Hinged bench cushions provides storage in the seat base
• 5 tried and true color combinations coordinate with most pontoons boats
• 5 Year Warranty on Frame • 3 Year Warranty on Upholstery

Wise Premier Series Pontoon Furniture is where luxury meets value - true OEM grade quality and standards. Features high density, plastic rotational molded bases, and marine-grade seat and back frames that will withstand hard use year after year. High-compression, OEM grade, American foam padding provides just the right amount of firmness and suppleness. Each cushion is covered in 28 oz. soft-touch, marine-grade vinyl featuring UV and mildew inhibitors. Bench cushions are hinged to provide extra storage in the seat base. The Premier Series is available in 6 contemporary color collections that look outstanding on newer and older pontoon boats.

FEATURES

• High-density plastic rotational molded bases
• Weather resistant, marine-grade seat and back frame
• 28 oz. soft-touch, marine-grade vinyl loaded with UV and mildew inhibitors
• American, High-compression, OEM grade foam padding
• Hinged bench cushions provides seat base storage
• 6 contemporary color collections look outstanding on newer and older pontoon boats
• 5 Year Warranty on Frame • 3 Year Warranty on Upholstery

All information provided by Wise Manufacturer - http://www.wiseseats.com/#!marine/c53v

Sunshine, Good Tunes & Good Friends - Making the Best Day Ever on Your Pontoon Boat with a Quality Sound System.

There are a number of speakers available for marine applications. Just about every speaker manufacturer makes a marine model which would be suitable for a pontoon boat or any other boat. At Pontoon-Depot.com we offer a great selection of marine audio speakers and receivers. I think the most important factor in choosing a marine speaker for any boat is that the audio sounds clear, has a decent amount of lows, and looks good.

Marine speakers for pontoon boats are really no different than speakers for any other boat. The only difference is that pontoon boats are generally much larger in terms of floor size than a typical boat, so having crystal clear audio is even more important. So an important thing to keep in mind since a pontoon boat is much larger, you may need to order some extra speaker cable and speakers.

Our best selling audio packages at Pontoon-Depot.com are:

Milennia MIL-MPK16 Marine Package - Includes MIL PRV16 digital media receiver and SPK652BB 6-1/2" speakers.

This stereo/speaker combo package from Milennia is a great way to improve the sound on your boat without breaking the bank. The marine digital media receiver will let you play your favorite tunes, and they'll sound great on the 6-1/2" marine speakers.

The Milennia MIL PRV16 digital media receiver packs a lot of handy features into a compact design that fits into a standard tachometer opening. Crank up some AM/FM radio, or plug a compatible device into the rear USB or AUX inputs. You'll have plenty of options for digital music playback with this receiver. The backlit LED display shows you what you're listening to with just a glance, while the water-resistant face and controls will stand up to sun, salt and moisture.

The SPK652BB 6-1/2" 2-way speakers are designed to sound great and made for marine duty. With corrosion-resistant baskets and UV-resistant grilles, the powerful woofers and 3/4" tweeters will keep pumping out the music despite the often-harsh extremes of life on the water.

Boss Marine Receiver/Speakers Package - Includes MR1308UAB digital media receiver and MR6W marine speakers (does not play CDs) 

With this combo deal from Boss Marine, you can upgrade your audio without emptying your wallet. The package includes a marine-rated digital media receiver, a set of rugged 6-1/2" marine speakers, a 41" dipole antenna, and even mounting hardware. If you're looking for a solid, basic system that's tough enough for life on the water, this package offers a lot of value for the dollar.

The Boss MR1308UAB marine digital media receiver is designed for marine use, with a UV-resistant exterior that resists fading and a conformal-coated PC board that resists corrosion. It blends into most boat interiors and offers an impressive list of features.

This digital media receiver (there's no CD player) gives you the freedom to enjoy all your favorite music without lugging a big box of discs down to the boat. With built-in Bluetooth® and integrated microphone, you get the safety and convenience of hands-free calling and audio streaming with compatible smartphones and devices. You can also listen to your favorite AM/FM stations, play music stored on a USB drive or SD card, or plug your MP3 player into the 3.5mm aux input. All the openings are protected from salt and spray when not in use, of course. And you can control all functions (except for Bluetooth) with the included remote.

The Boss MR1308UAB digital media receiver offers plenty of sound-shaping tools, with four preset modes and independent bass and treble control. If you want to connect an external amp, you can use the pair of 2-volt RCA outputs. The dipole AM/FM antenna is made from durable, flexible rubber, so you can install it out of sight.

The fold-down faceplate features a single-line alphanumeric-text display that's easy to read day or night. When you leave your boat at the dock, you can slip the detachable face into the hard plastic carrying case included with your purchase. An optional soft case is sold separately. One last piece of good news — this radio will retain your presets through the winter when the battery disconnected.

The Boss MR6W marine speakers pair up perfectly with this receiver. These durable 6-1/2" dual cone speakers provide plenty of low-end punch and excellent clarity. The rugged woofer features a water-resistant design that provides splash protection and durability, not to mention style.