“Value is not what you pay, it’s what you get for what you pay.”

Now that you know the differences between vinyl boat lettering, you can be assured you’re getting the best quality from us. The next step is to design your lettering. Our Boat Name Designer makes it easy. Enter the boat name, select a font, color, and effect, and instantly see how it looks. When you’re finished designing, you can order the decals and have them delivered right to your door, complete with application instructions for professional results.

Boat Registration Numbers

All powered boats, personal watercraft, and sailboats are required to display state issued registration numbers, except for vessels documented by the Coast Guard (see below). Numbers should be in a ‘block style’ font, 3 inches in height, and usually with a space or hyphen separating the letters and numbers. They are to be affixed to a visible location on both sides of the bow of the boat.

Coast Guard Documentation

If your boat is documented by the United States Coast Guard, there are specific requirements for the lettering, such as: • All lettering must be at least 4” in height. • The port of call must displayed and written in all capital letters. • The port of call must be the same as on the documentation paperwork. • The documentation number must be 3 inches tall and permanently affixed to the interior hull of the vessel. Pricing for documentation numbers is the same as state registration numbers.

Preferred

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The Reality of Cheap Lettering.

Precision Cut

One Color Two Color: Shadow Two Color: Outline Two Color: Outline & Shadow FL 1234 AB FL 1234 AB FL 1234 AB FL 1234 AB FL 1234 AB FL 1234 AB

As the name suggests, Precision Cut is cut by a blade from marine-grade vinyl. This is how we make the majority of our lettering because it’s the best way to make lettering for boats. The blade produces a clean, sharp edge and, unlike printing, where the color is only on the surface, the color of marine-grade is part of the vinyl material itself. As such, it’s more durable and provides the best protection against fading. It’s the same grade of material that boat manufacturers use, and the only grade we use.

Here are examples of cheap boat lettering that have cracked and peeled, some after only a short time outdoors. They not only look bad, they are difficult to remove. You’ve made a significant investment in your boat, so why skimp on the one thing that makes it personal? Besides, wouldn’t you rather spend time on your boat having fun with family and friends instead of scraping off cheap boat lettering?

Printed

Much of the lettering made for boats these days is printed. Not because printing is better for boat lettering, but mostly because printing is easier and more profitable for the companies that sell lettering. Unfortunately, printed decals are not ideal for boats because they’re not as durable as precision cut vinyl lettering. There are ways to make printing more durable, such as using high performance decal material, premium inks, and UV laminates, all of which add to the cost, but are essential for maximum durability. No matter what you see elsewhere, there is no such thing as ‘marine grade’ printed lettering. Printed decals are primarily used for vehicle ‘wraps’, which require a more pliable decal material with a lower adhesion. Therefore, they do not hold up as well against the outdoor elements. We offer printed decals when the job calls for it, such as gradient colors or photographic images. Of course, we use the best quality decal material and premium solvent inks. We also offer a UV laminate to protect against intense sun exposure, especially in southern climates.

When it comes to lettering for boats, there are two methods

of manufacture: Precision Cut and Printed.

Not All Boat Lettering is The Same.

You can also include a set of one-color numbers with your boat lettering on our Boat Name Designer.

Pricing: (set of 2) One Color - $30 Two Color (outline / shadow) - $60 Gold Flake - add $20 22k Gold Leaf (includes outline / shadow) - $135

To order call: 407-522-1447

Our custom registration numbers are better because they are: • Pre-spaced on one sheet for easy application. • Available in a variety of colors and font styles. • Made from durable, marine-grade vinyl. • Compliant with state and federal requirements.

Design Your Lettering Online.

Coast Guard Documentation FAQs (pdf file)

Now that you know the differences between vinyl lettering, you can be sure you’re getting the best quality from us. The next step is to design your lettering with our Boat Name Designer. Simply enter the boat name, select a font, color, and effect, and instantly see how it looks. When you’re finished designing, you can order the decals and have them delivered right to your door, complete with application instructions to help you achieve professional results.

Boat Registration

Numbers

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407-522-1447

FL 1234 AB One Color FL 1234 AB Two Color: Outline FL 1234 AB Two Color: Outline & Shadow FL 1234 AB FL 1234 AB Two Color: Shadow FL 1234 AB

Precision Cut

As the name suggests, Precision Cut is cut by a blade from marine-grade vinyl. This is how we make the majority of our lettering because it’s the best type for boats. The blade produces a clean, sharp edge and unlike printing where the color is only on the surface, the color of marine-grade is part of the vinyl material itself. As such, it’s more durable and provides the best protection against fading. It’s the same grade that boat manufacturers use, and the only grade we use.

Printed

Much of the lettering made for boats these days is printed. Not because printing is better for boat lettering, but because printing is easier and more profitable for the companies that sell lettering. Unfortunately, printed decals are not ideal for boats because they’re not as durable as precision cut vinyl lettering. There are ways to make printing more durable, such as using high performance decal material, premium inks, and UV laminates, all of which add to the cost, but are essential for maximum durability. No matter what you see elsewhere, there is no such thing as ‘marine grade’ printed lettering. Printed decals are primarily used for vehicle ‘wraps’, which require a more pliable decal material with a lower adhesion. Therefore, they do not hold up as well against the outdoor elements. We offer printed decals when the job calls for it, such as gradient colors or photographic images. We use the best quality decal material and premium inks. We also offer a UV laminate to protect against intense sun exposure, especially in southern climates.

All Boat Lettering

Is Not The Same.

The Reality of Cheap Lettering.

Here are examples of cheap boat lettering that have cracked and peeled, some after only a short time outdoors. They not only look bad, they are difficult to remove. You’ve made a significant investment in your boat, so why skimp on the one thing that makes it personal? Besides, wouldn’t you rather spend time on your boat having fun with your family and friends instead of scraping off cheap boat lettering?

When it comes to lettering for boats,

there are two types of manufacture:

Precision Cut and Printed.

You can also include a set of one-color numbers with your boat lettering on our Boat Name Designer.

Pricing: (set of 2) One Color - $30 Two Color (outline / shadow) - $60 Gold Flake - add $20 22k Gold Leaf - $135

To order call: 407-522-1447

Our custom registration numbers are better than individual letters because they are: • Pre-spaced for easy application. • Available in a variety of colors. • Made from marine-grade vinyl. • Compliant with state requirements.

Coast Guard Documentation FAQs (pdf)

Design Your Lettering Online.

Coast Guard

Documentation

Design Your Boat Name Online.

Now that you know the facts about vinyl lettering, you can be assured you’re getting the best quality from us. Now it’s time to design your lettering, and our Boat Name Designer makes it easy. Simply enter the name, then select a font, color, and effect, and instantly see how it looks. When you’re finished designing, you can order the lettering and have it delivered right to your door, complete with application instructions to help you achieve professional results.

Boat Registration Numbers.

All powered boats, sailboats, and personal watercraft are required to display state issued registration numbers, except for vessels documented by the Coast Guard (see below). Numbers should be in a ‘block style’ font, 3 inches in height, and usually with a space or hyphen separating the letters and numbers. They are to be affixed to a visible location on both sides of the bow of the vessel.

Coast Guard Documentation.

If your boat is documented by the United States Coast Guard, there are specific requirements for the lettering: • All lettering must be at least 4” in height. • The port of call must displayed and written in all capital letters. • The port of call must be the same as on the documentation paperwork. • The documentation number must be 3 inches tall and permanently affixed to the interior hull of the vessel. Coast Guard Documentation FAQs (pdf file) Pricing for documentation numbers is the same as registration numbers.

Preferred

407-522-1447

FL 1234 AB FL 1234 AB One Color Two Color: Outline FL 1234 AB Two Color: Shadow FL 1234 AB Two Color: Outline & Shadow FL 1234 AB FL 1234 AB

The Reality of Cheap Lettering.

Precision Cut

Here are examples of cheap boat lettering that have cracked and peeled, some after just a short time outdoors. They not only look bad, they can be difficult to remove. You’ve made a significant investment in your boat, so why skimp on the one thing that makes it personal? Besides, wouldn’t you rather spend time on your boat having fun with family and friends instead of scraping off cheap boat lettering?

Printed

Much of the lettering made for boats these days is printed. Not because printing is better for boat lettering, but mostly because printing is easier and more profitable for the companies that sell lettering. Unfortunately, printed decals are not ideal for boats because they’re not as durable as precision cut vinyl lettering. There are ways to make printing more durable, such as using high performance decal material, premium inks, and UV laminates, all of which add to the cost, but are essential for maximum durability. No matter what you see elsewhere, there is no such thing as ‘marine grade’ printed lettering. Printed decals are primarily used for vehicle ‘wraps’, which require a more pliable decal material with a lower adhesion. Therefore, they do not hold up as well against the outdoor elements. We offer printed decals when the job calls for it, such as gradient colors or photographic images. We use the best quality decal material and premium inks. We also offer a UV laminate to protect against intense sun exposure, especially in southern climates.