Custom Mats for
Merritt's Boat & Engine Works
Merritt's Boat & Engine Works in Stuart, Florida has been building custom sportfishing boats since 1948. Few names in sportfishing carry the weight that Merritt's does — a heritage of precision engineering, tournament pedigree, and Florida craftsmanship that spans nearly eight decades. A Merritt's build is a serious statement. The mat at the dock should match it.
A Heritage That Commands Respect at Every Dock
When Merritt's Boat & Engine Works was founded in Stuart, Florida in 1948, the offshore sportfishing world was just beginning to define what a great offshore boat looked like. Over the next 78 years, Merritt's helped write that definition. The builds that have come out of Stuart are among the most recognized, most respected, and most coveted custom sportfishers in the history of the sport.
A Merritt's build at a tournament dock stops conversations. The hull lines, the construction quality, the reputation — all of it is immediately recognized by anyone who knows sportfishing. BoatMat Corporation has been producing mats for Merritt's builds for over 30 years from our Fort Lauderdale facility — less than 90 miles from Stuart. We know these boats and we know what their owners expect.
⚓ What Merritt's Owners Typically Order
One 6'×4' or 8'×4' HD printed dock mat with vessel name and hull number — Merritt's builds command a dock and the mat should match. One 48"–60" embroidered boarding mat for the cockpit entry. A custom deck mat for teak salon and cockpit areas. Call 321.751.4636 — we know Merritt's builds.
Sizing for Merritt's Custom Builds
Merritt's builds typically range from 46 to 80+ feet of custom Carolina and Florida sportfisher construction. Here's our recommendation by vessel length:
Boarding mat: 52"–60" wide
Deck mat: custom teak dimensions
Boarding mat: 48"–52" wide
Deck mat: custom cockpit/salon
Boarding mat: 40"–48" wide
Deck mat: custom cockpit dimensions
Three Products. Every Application.
Full-color industrial inkjet print. 150+ colors. UV-cured inks rated for 5–8 years marine outdoor. Industrial nitrile rubber backing. Vessel name, hull number, team logo — all in one mat.
From $325.95 · Custom sizes $0.25/sq in Design Yours → Cockpit Entry · Tournament Ready Embroidered Boarding MatSunbrella® SeaMark marine-grade fabric. ScootGuard non-skid backing. Sandbag pockets grip the gunnel without damaging gel coat. Custom embroidery: vessel name, team logo, hull number.
From $169.95 Design Yours → Interior Finish · Teak Deck Embroidered Deck MatAqualoc marine carpet at 106 oz/yd. Madeira Polyneon UV-stable thread. Precision commercial embroidery. Lifetime buy-back guarantee. For teak decks and salon interiors.
From $214.95 Design Yours →Frequently Asked Questions
Every Merritt's is a custom build — dimensions vary. Call 321.751.4636 and we'll discuss your specific hull, slip dimensions, and cockpit configuration. We have produced mats for Merritt's builds across the full range of their history and we will spec the right product for your boat.
Yes. BoatMat Corporation is based in Fort Lauderdale, FL — approximately 85 miles south of Stuart. We have served the Stuart and Treasure Coast sportfishing market for over 30 years. Many Merritt's clients have visited our Fort Lauderdale facility directly for consultations on large custom orders.
Yes. BoatMat's HD printed dock mats reproduce any color scheme with full-color artwork capability. Match your Merritt's hull colors, bottom paint color, team colors, or provide PMS references for exact matching. Call 321.751.4636.
Merritt's owners expect the same level of material quality and craftsmanship in every product aboard their vessel that Merritt's puts into the hull itself. BoatMat uses Aqualoc backing at 106 oz/yard, Madeira Polyneon UV-stable thread, and UV-cured industrial inks — the same commitment to specification that Merritt's applies to every system on the boat.
Design Your Mat Today
Built in Fort Lauderdale. Engineered for offshore conditions. On your dock in under two weeks.