Pontoons have become a very popular and sought after style of boat by boaters today.
The problem is that there are very few tarpaulin manufacturers that build pontoon enclosures. And there are plenty of boaters looking for pontoon boat enclosures.
So when is the best time to purchase a pontoon enclosure for your boat?
You should always purchase enclosure canvas for your boat during the slow boating season or at certain times of the year when there is a discount sale.
Why? Because that is the best time for you to negotiate a good price for your boat.
During the off-season, canvas shops look to stay busy, which is a great time to bargain for a great deal on your new or used boat. In many cases you can get discounts on all new canvas options like;
Nylon screens sewn into the curtains to keep air flowing on those hot, humid summer days.
Installed privacy curtains to make your enclosure more comfortable and private when on the ship overnight, on weekends and on holidays.
Storage boots for your bimini top so you can fold the top back and store it in place when not in use.
If you’re buying a new cabinet online, you may be able to negotiate free shipping.
There are 4 models of pontoon boat enclosures to choose from;
Quick Enclosure 8 x 8, consists of bimini top, 2 side curtains, bow curtain and stern curtain. This type of enclosure is usually a semi-custom design that fits over your existing 8ft x 8ft bimini frame. very popular with anglers, especially in the fall. They can install it very quickly to protect themselves from rain and cold weather.
Half Enclosure, consists of a bimini top, new frame, 2 side curtains, front curtain and aft curtain. This style of enclosure covers the rear of your boat leaving the front open. An inexpensive way to get started with an enclosure: You can always enclose the front of your pontoon boat at a later date.
Sloped front full enclosure, comes with bimini top, new frame, 2 side curtains, front curtain and stern curtain. This type of enclosure will completely cover the entire cabin area of your boat.
Full Camper Enclosure, the cadillac of pontoon enclosures. It comes with 2 bimini tops, 2 sets of frames, 4 side curtains, front curtain and aft curtain.
So be sure to buy your fencing in the off-season or when there’s a discount sale on new tarps.