Decorating Your Boat’s Interior

If you are a boat owner looking to make your interior feel a bit more personal, you may feel overwhelmed by a lack of options. After all, even the biggest craft has a hard space limit, and you can’t build extra room. Luckily, there are all kinds of things you can do to personalize your boat’s interior without taking up too much space. Here is a list of boat interior decorating ideas from the experts at Tracy Motorsports.

Put Up Photographs & Art

Photographs from your travels or of family and friends don’t take up much space and can make your boat feel much cozier. Art is another popular decoration choice, whether it is a painting or something more non-traditional like a mask. Keep in mind that rough weather can knock things off the walls, so make sure everything is securely fastened.

Mood Lighting

A subtle change in lighting can make a big difference in mood, and there are all kinds of options out there. Some people find that hanging decorative string lights or tube lights around the interior or exterior of the craft adds a bit of charm. Others prefer to focus on the cabin, adding a small lamp such as a pendant lamp to make things brighter.

Add Blankets & Throw Pillows

The right textiles can go a long way toward making a boat feel more like home. Plush pillows and soft blankets add comfort, while the right curtains add a bit of interest. One of the best things about textiles is that they come in a variety of patterns. Whether you choose a theme and stick with it or you have a more chaotic and eclectic approach to decorating, there is almost certainly a set of pillows or a throw rug out there that will work for you.

Holiday Decorating

Many people enjoy decorating for the holidays, and boaters are no exception. Switch out your lights for ones appropriately colored for the holiday. Some pieces of lawn decor can be repurposed for your boat, and a speaker can be used to listen to your holiday playlist. If you are celebrating a birthday, graduation, or another special occasion on your boat, you can decorate for those events as well.

Choose Decor Wisely

As a final note, be sure to choose your decor wisely. This goes beyond just finding things in the right color to go with your theme. The reality is that some decorations work better than others on a boat. For example, paper decorations can be ruined by an errant wave or just by humidity. Plastic and wood work better, as it is water-resistant, light, and less likely to break than glass or ceramic ornamentation. Fire safety is another concern, as real candles are a significant potential fire hazard. Luckily, LED candles can provide the same warmth without the risk.

We here at Tracy Motorsports wish you luck in decorating your boat, inside and out. When you are done, it will feel that much more like it is yours. For more boat decorating tips or to view our selection of watercraft models, visit us at our dealership in Tracy, California. We are proud to serve the central California area, including nearby communities like Stockton and Modesto.