SEM Marine Vinyl Coat — Ranger Black Aerosol (M25053), 12 oz

Built for marine vinyl that flexes Marine vinyl seats, pontoon cushions and personal-watercraft seats flex constantly with use and sun exposure. A rigid coating cracks at the seams and creases. Vinyl Coat is an elastomeric coating formulated to stretch and recover with the substrate, which is why SEM lists "stays flexible, will not crack" as a core feature of the line. It is designed for marine vinyl and plastic surfaces, not for structural repair or for filling cracks. Formulated for marine vinyl and plastic Vinyl Coat is intended for two main substrates: vinyl and plastic marine surfaces. That covers boat seats, pontoon upholstery, captain's chairs, personal-watercraft seats, and many interior plastic trim pieces. It is not a dye — it is a flexible, permanent coating that sits on the surface and holds colour. Prep is critical: SEM recommends cleaning with SEM Soap and a grey scuff pad, then re-cleaning with Vinyl Prep before spraying. The application steps are summarised in the FAQ below. A note on colour matching Ranger Black is an OEM-style black in SEM's marine Vinyl Coat line. The line includes 25 colours matched to popular boat and personal-watercraft interiors. If you're matching a specific marine black, SEM's colour reference is the authoritative source. This listing is for Ranger Black (M25053) specifically. Note that some retailers confuse M25053 with M25063 — M25063 is Ranger White, not Ranger Black. It covers stains, fading and prepped mildew — not damage Vinyl Coat is a colour coating, not a repair product. It hides stains, fading and mildew after the surface has been properly prepped. It does not bridge cracks, tears or deep gouges. A reviewer on OpenTip noted: "Did not do a good job bridging cracks. Best for real small repairs." If the vinyl is cracked or torn, the surface needs repair before coating — otherwise the coating will follow the crack rather than hide it. One can covers approximately 10 sq. ft., or roughly a large captain's chair at 2–3 passes. Safety first This is a Danger-classified aerosol. The SDS lists it as extremely flammable, a pressurised container that may explode if heated, suspected of causing cancer, suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child, and capable of causing damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. It is harmful if swallowed and enters airways, causes skin and serious eye irritation, and may cause drowsiness or dizziness. Use in a well-ventilated area, wear gloves and eye protection, keep away from heat, sparks and open flame, and read the full SDS before use. Key Features & Benefits Feature Why it matters Customer benefit Elastomeric (flexible) coating Marine vinyl flexes with seating, sun and use; a rigid coating cracks The finish holds up on seats and cushions instead of cracking at seams and creases Covers stains, fading and prepped mildew Sun-faded and stained marine vinyl is the main reason people refinish Restores colour without replacing upholstery Formulated for vinyl and plastic marine surfaces Boat interiors combine vinyl seating and plastic trim One aerosol covers the two most common marine interior substrates Increased UV inhibitors Marine interiors are exposed to direct sun and weather Better fade resistance than a general-purpose coating Ready-to-spray aerosol — do not thin Mixing and thinning add steps, cleanup and ratio risk Open, shake, spray. Suitable for spot repairs and one-seat jobs without mixing equipment Quick-drying Long dry times mean longer downtime and more contamination risk Recoat in 5–10 minutes; full cure in 24 hours 25 OEM-style marine colours A single black may not match every boat interior If Ranger Black isn't the exact match, the line offers alternatives Superior adhesion and excellent hiding Poor adhesion is the leading cause of coating failure on marine vinyl With correct prep, Vinyl Coat is formulated to bond rather than peel Product Highlights Elastomeric marine coating — flexible, will not crack Not a dye — a permanent, flexible coating Substrates: marine vinyl and plastic Covers stains, fading and prepped mildew Increased UV inhibitors for marine conditions 16 oz aerosol can with 12 oz net fill (4 oz propellant) Recoat time: 5–10 minutes; full cure: 24 hours Coverage: approximately 10 sq. ft. per can; roughly a large captain's chair at 2–3 passes VOC: 615.8 g/L (per retailer data) Colour options: 25 marine colours in the Vinyl Coat line Country of origin: US UPC: 646786951527 Current replacement SKU: SEM 82053 (Color Coat 3, Ranger Black) Use Cases Pontoon seats and cushions: restoring sun-faded or stained pontoon upholstery — Summit Racing's description specifically mentions pontoon seats Captain's chairs and helm seats: one can is generally enough for a large captain's chair at 2–3 passes Boat seats and benches: refreshing faded or mismatched marine vinyl seating Personal-watercraft seats: OEM-style colours are matched to popular boat and PWC interiors Marine plastic trim: interior plastic panels and trim pieces on boats Mildew-stained vinyl (after prep): covers prepped mildew staining, but is not a mildewcide Outdoor power-equipment seats: a reviewer used it on a zero-turn mower seat and reported it held up for a year of seated mowing — a corroborated non-marine use case, though the product is formulated for marine vinyl Small spot repairs and single-seat jobs: where a full quart or gallon system is unnecessary Who Is This For? Boat owners refreshing faded, stained or mismatched marine vinyl without replacing upholstery. Pontoon and personal-watercraft owners restoring seats and cushions. Marine detailers and small shops that need a flexible aerosol coating in OEM-style colours. Anyone matching a marine black who has confirmed Ranger Black against SEM's colour reference. It suits buyers who understand that prep is required and that the product is a coating, not a crack filler or structural repair. It is not right for torn or deeply cracked vinyl that needs repair first, or for anyone expecting a dye that will permanently penetrate the vinyl.