Where to Buy Marine Vinyl by the Yard (No Minimum)
By Johnston Spillers, owner, Carolyn Fabrics. Updated November 10, 2026.
Short answer: you can buy marine vinyl by the yard from upholstery supply distributors, online fabric stores and marketplaces. Whoever you buy from, make sure the listing names the brand and line, gives you a spec sheet, and sells a sample. At Carolyn Fabrics you can order a single yard with no minimum and no account, and samples are $5 and ship free. We ship from High Point, NC.
What to check before you buy from anyone
Marine vinyl that looks the same in a photo can be very different on a boat. Before you order, check these:
| Check | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Brand and line name | If the listing won't tell you what the vinyl is, you can't look up how it's rated or match it later |
| Spec sheet | Look for UV hours, cold crack, abrasion (double rubs) and a mildew test. No spec sheet, no way to compare |
| Width | Most marine vinyl is 54 inches. Our yardage guides assume 54 |
| Weight | Boat seat vinyl usually runs 29 to 33 oz per linear yard |
| Minimum order | Some sellers want 3 yards or a full roll. A small repair may need 1 |
| Samples | Color on a screen is never quite right. A sample costs less than a wrong yard |
| Ship time and returns | Know what happens if the color is off or you over-order |
How ordering works here
- Vinyl by the yard, no minimums. Vinyl and fabric are sold in 1-yard increments. One yard or a full roll.
- No account needed. Anyone can order online. Shops can open a trade account if they want one.
- Volume pricing. $1 off per yard at 5 yards, $2 off at 15 yards, $4 off on a full roll.
- Shipping. $30 flat. Free on orders of $199 or more. We ship to the lower 48 states and DC.
- Samples. $5 each. Open any vinyl, pick your color and tap the $5 sample button. Samples ship free.
- Returns. Unused cuts of 5 yards or more can come back within 30 days of delivery, with a 20% restocking fee. Shorter cuts are final sale.
What we carry
More than 20 marine vinyl lines from Spradling, Morbern and our own house brands, all 54 inches wide, from $20 a yard. Every product page has the full spec table: weight, abrasion, cold crack, UV hours, mildew test, flame ratings and care.
- All marine vinyl
- Pinnacle, our house brand, with a cool-touch finish and more than 1,500,000 double rubs
- Cool-touch marine vinyl for seats that sit in the sun
- Compare our marine lines side by side
We also stock the thread, sew foam, staples and hog rings for the job, and we sew CNC panels in diamond and other patterns if you don't want to sew the pleats yourself.
Who we are
Carolyn Fabrics has sold upholstery materials out of High Point, North Carolina since 1932. I'm the fourth generation to run it. When you call, you get me or Jennifer, and we can tell you which vinyl fits the job and why.
Frequently asked questions
Can I really order just one yard?
Yes. There's no minimum. One yard is a normal order here.
Do I need a business or trade account?
No. Anyone can buy online. A trade account is for shops that want the sample cards, tax exemption where they qualify, or to ship on their own UPS, FedEx or freight account.
Can you match the vinyl on my boat?
Often, yes. Mail us a piece of the old vinyl and we'll match it against what we stock. We can try from photos, but we can't guarantee a photo match. If you send photos, send several in different light, plus the back of the material.
Do you ship to Canada or Alaska?
Not right now. We ship to the lower 48 states and DC.
Where are you?
1306 Starr Drive, High Point, NC 27260. Call (336) 887-3101 or text (336) 497-1476, Monday to Thursday 8 to 5 and Friday 8 to 3 Eastern.