Your narrowboat is more than just a vessel; it’s a floating home, a sanctuary, and a reflection of your personality. Over time, even the most cherished interiors can start to show wear and tear, or simply no longer match your evolving style. If you’re dreaming of a fresh look, enhanced comfort, or a complete transformation, a refit focusing on upholstery, mattresses, curtains, and soft furnishings is the perfect place to start.
At Ship Shape Bedding, we specialise in bringing narrowboat interiors to life, combining practicality with unique design. Let’s explore how upgrading these key elements can make a world of difference.
The Foundation of Comfort: Upholstery
The seating in your narrowboat takes a lot of punishment. From daily use to the unique challenges of the marine environment, upholstery can fade, tear, and lose its supportive qualities. Upgrading your upholstery isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about comfort, durability, and creating a welcoming atmosphere.
Why Upgrade Your Upholstery?
- Enhanced Comfort: Worn foam can lead to uncomfortable seating. New, high-density foam provides superior support and comfort for you and your guests.
- Modern Aesthetics: Outdated fabrics can make your interior feel tired. A fresh choice of material can instantly modernise your boat’s look.
- Improved Durability: We offer a range of marine-grade fabrics designed to withstand moisture, UV rays, and heavy use, ensuring your investment lasts.
We offer bespoke upholstery services tailored precisely to your narrowboat’s unique dimensions and style. From custom-shaped cushions to a vast selection of durable and beautiful fabrics, we ensure a perfect fit and finish every time.
Dreamy Slumbers: Mattresses Designed for the Water
A good night’s sleep is crucial, and a narrowboat presents unique challenges for mattresses – odd shapes, limited ventilation, and the potential for dampness. Don’t compromise on comfort or hygiene; a custom-made mattress is an investment in your well-being.
The Narrowboat Mattress Advantage
- Bespoke Sizing: Standard mattresses rarely fit narrowboat berths. We create custom mattresses to any size or shape, maximising your sleeping space.
- Material Choices: From supportive foam to luxurious pocket sprung or hybrid options, we can recommend the best material for your comfort preferences and body type.
- Ventilation & Moisture Control: We offer features like breathable fabrics and ventilation systems to help combat dampness, extending the life of your mattress and ensuring a healthier sleep environment.
Explore our range of custom narrowboat mattresses, crafted with quality materials and expert precision to guarantee you wake up refreshed, ready for a day on the water.
Frame Your Views: Curtains and Blinds
Curtains and blinds do more than just offer privacy; they are essential for insulation, light control, and adding a significant design element to your narrowboat’s interior.
Functionality Meets Style
- Insulation: Well-chosen curtains can help retain heat in winter and keep your boat cooler in summer, improving energy efficiency.
- Light Control & Privacy: From blackout linings for a restful sleep to sheer fabrics for filtered light, we offer solutions for every need.
- Aesthetic Impact: The right fabric, pattern, and style can tie your entire interior design together, adding warmth and character.
- Mould Resistance: We offer a selection of fabrics with properties that help resist mould and mildew, ideal for the narrowboat environment.
Our custom curtain and blind services provide made-to-measure solutions, ensuring a perfect fit for every window including porthole bungs. Choose from an extensive collection of fabrics and styles to complement your narrowboat’s unique charm.
The Finishing Touches: Soft Furnishings
Once the major elements are in place, soft furnishings are the icing on the cake, adding personality, warmth, and an extra layer of comfort.
Elevate Your Interior with Soft Furnishings
- Cushions: Scatter cushions in contrasting or complementary fabrics can instantly update a space and add comfort.
- Throws & Blankets: Perfect for adding texture, warmth, and a cosy feel, especially on cooler evenings.
- Bedding: High-quality, custom-fit bedding enhances both the look and comfort of your berths.
- Cohesive Design: Soft furnishings are an excellent way to tie together your chosen colour palette and theme.
Ship Shape Bedding offers a beautiful range of ready made and made-to-order bed linens, including duvets, fitted sheets and mattress protectors, all crafted with the same attention to detail and quality as our upholstery and mattresses.
Planning Your Narrowboat Interior Refit
Undertaking an interior refit can seem daunting, but with careful planning and the right partners, it’s an exciting journey.
- Define Your Style: Gather inspiration. Do you prefer traditional, modern, minimalist, or eclectic?
- Consider Your Needs: How do you use your boat? Prioritise durability for high-traffic areas and comfort for sleeping.
- Measure Accurately: Precision is key for custom items. We can assist with measurements to ensure a perfect fit.
- Budget Wisely: Invest in quality materials that will withstand the marine environment and provide lasting comfort.
- Consult the Experts: Don’t hesitate to seek professional advice. Our team can guide you through fabric choices, design options, and practical considerations.
Transform Your Narrowboat Today
An interior refit focusing on upholstery, mattresses, curtains, and soft furnishings is more than just an upgrade; it’s an investment in your comfort, lifestyle, and the longevity of your beloved narrowboat.
Ready to embark on your interior transformation? Contact us today for a consultation. Our expert team is here to help you navigate every step, providing custom solutions, quality craftsmanship, and a finish that will make your narrowboat truly shine. Let us help you create the narrowboat interior of your dreams.
